Question: are losartan and irbesartan the same drug?
Answer: Cozaar (losartan) and Avapro (irbesartan) are angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs) used to treat hypertension. Avapro is also sometimes given together with other blood pressure medications. Avapro is also used to treat kidney problems caused by type 2 (non-insulin-dependent) diabetes.