Valsartan and Hydrochlorothiazide Medication Information

Get detailed information on Valsartan and Hydrochlorothiazide, 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 and Hydrochlorothiazide provides an overview of possible side effects, precautions, warnings, and storage tips.

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Generic Name : Valsartan and Hydrochlorothiazide

Pronunciation : val-SAR-tan - HYE-droe-KLOR-oh-THYE-a-zide

Trade Names/Brand Names of Valsartan and Hydrochlorothiazide

International :

Diovan HCT

Why is Valsartan and Hydrochlorothiazide Prescribed? (Indications)

This combination medication contains angiotensin II receptor blocker and diuretic, prescribed for high blood pressure. It prevents too much salt absorption in the body and blocks the action of certain natural substances that tighten the blood vessels.

When should Valsartan and Hydrochlorothiazide not be taken? (Contraindications)

♦ Contraindicated in patients with diabetes, anuria (unable to urinate) or hypersensitivity.

What is the dosage of Valsartan and Hydrochlorothiazide?

Adult- PO- The usual starting dose is 160/12.5 mg once daily.

How should Valsartan and Hydrochlorothiazide be taken?

It comes as a tablet, with or without food.

What are the warnings and precautions for Valsartan and Hydrochlorothiazide?

• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of asthma, gout, heart disease, liver, gallbladder, or kidney problems, high blood cholesterol, diabetes, systemic lupus erythematosus, blood electrolyte problems, dehydration, who have had nerve surgery, difficulty in swallowing or breathing, fluid retention, increase or decrease in blood minerals, who are on low-salt diet, on dialysis, who are taking other medications, any allergy, elderly, children, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

• It may cause drowsiness, dizziness, or light-headedness, do not drive a car operate machinery and sit up or stand slowly while taking this medication.

• Avoid exposure to sunlight.

♦ Monitor kidney function, potassium level, blood pressure, and blood electrolytes regularly while taking this medication.

What are the side effects of Valsartan and Hydrochlorothiazide?

Most Common - Headache and dizziness.
Heart - Palpitations and fast heart rate.
ENT - Ringing in the ears and fainting.
Gastrointestinal - Indigestion, diarrhea, flatulence, dry mouth, nausea, abdominal pain, and vomiting.
General - Weakness, chest pain, fatigue, swelling in the extremities and fever.
Infections - Lung inflammation, influenza, inflammation of the stomach, upper respiratory tract infection and urinary tract infection.
Metabolic - Increased Blood urea.
Musculoskeletal - Joint pain, back pain, muscle cramps, muscle pain and pain in extremity.
Central Nervous System - Tingling and drowsiness, anxiety and sleeplessness.
Genitourinary - Erectile dysfunction.
Respiratory - Difficulty in breathing, cough, nasal congestion, throat pain and sinus congestion.
Skin - Excessive sweating and rash.
Heart - Low blood pressure.