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Valsartan Medication Information
Get detailed information on Valsartan, including pronunciation, uses, dosage guidelines, indications, and instructions on how and when to take it and when to avoid it.
The updated prescription information on Valsartan provides an overview of possible side effects, precautions, warnings, and storage tips.
You'll also find brand names used in india and internationally, along with pricing details. For further clarification, consult your healthcare provider.
Generic Name : Valsartan Pronunciation : val-SAR-tan ICD Code : Y52.5 Therapeutic Classification : Angiotensin Receptor BlockersTrade Names/Brand Names of Valsartan
India :
Valent (80mg) |
Valent - H (80mg/12.5mg) |
Starval (80mg) |
Diovan (40mg) |
Diovan (160 mg) |
Valzaar (160 mg) |
Amlopres-VL (5mg/160mg) |
Valzaar (80mg) |
Valent FC (80 mg) |
Valent R-5 (80mg/5mg)
International :
Diovan.
Why is Valsartan Prescribed? (Indications)
This medication is an angiotensin II receptor blocker, prescribed for hypertension, congestive heart failure and myocardial infarction (heart attack). It works by relaxing the blood vessels.When should Valsartan not be taken? (Contraindications)
♦ Contraindicated in patients with severe liver impairment, diabetes during pregnancy and hypersensitivity.What is the dosage of Valsartan?
Adult: PO HTN Initial: 80 mg once daily, up to 160 mg once daily. Max: 320 mg/day. Post-MI Initial: 20 mg twice daily, up to 160 mg bid if tolerated.How should Valsartan be taken?
It comes as a tablet to take by mouth, with or without food.What are the warnings and precautions for Valsartan?
• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of kidney or liver disease, poor blood circulation, sugar, dehydration, angioedema, any allergy, who are taking other medications, children, during breast-feeding.• It may cause drowsiness, dizziness, or blurred vision, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.
• Avoid alcohol consumption.
• Patient may develop with increased risk of angioedema (severe allergic reaction) with the following symptoms: swelling of the hands, face, lips, eyes, throat, or tongue, difficulty in swallowing or breathing and hoarseness. If it is so consult with your doctor.
• It may cause dehydration, vomiting, excessive sweating or diarrhea; if you experience with any of these symptoms consult with your doctor.
• Monitor blood pressure, blood electrolyte levels and heart, kidney or liver function regularly while taking this medication.
What are the side effects of Valsartan?
Most Common - Headache and dizziness.Gastrointestinal - Diarrhea, nausea and inflammation of pharynx.
Respiratory - Upper respiratory infection, cough and runny nose.
Miscellaneous - Joint pain and swelling.
♦ Genitourinary - Impotence and kidney failure.
