Table 8 Recommended dose, defined daily dose (DDD) and doses with equivalent efficacy of angiotensin receptor blockers based on diastolic blood pressure reduction [42]
Recommended daily dose as to SPC | Defined Daily Dose (WHO) | Equi-effective dose[41] | |
|---|---|---|---|
Candesartan | 8 | 8 | 16 |
Eprosartan | 600 | 600 | 800 |
Irbesartan | 150 | 150 | 150 |
Losartan | 50 | 50 | 100 |
Olmesartan | 10 | 20 | 20 |
Telmisartan | 40 | 40 | 40 |
Valsartan | 80 | 80 | 160 |