Interaction of Valsartan with Food, Herbs and Alcohol - For your own safety It is important to understand and avoid the drug-food interaction and how to take the medication. Drug-food interaction can sometimes cause side effects and can even reduce the efficacy of the drug.
Valsartan is an angiotensin II receptor blocker, prescribed for hypertension, congestive heart failure and myocardial infarction (heart attack).
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Valsartan Interactions with Food and Herbs
Herbs: Avoid using licorice, ginseng and ephedra along with valsartan as they can increase the blood pressure and reduce the blood-pressure lowering effect of the drug. So it is better to avoid such herbs while taking valsartan.
Valsartan Interactions with Alcohol
Alcohol interacts with valsartan and may result in dizziness, drowsiness or faintness. Drinking alcohol with valsartan will further lower the blood pressure.
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How to Take the Medication -
Valsartan is available in the form of a tablet or a capsule to be taken on an empty stomach or with food. For adults, 40mg twice a day is recommended dose. The dose should not exceed 320mg in a day. Follow the directions exactly as given in the leaflet. Try to take the medicine at the same time every day. It may take up to 4 weeks to achieve the desired result. Continue your medicine until your doctor asks you to stop.
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Valsartan for Medical Condition(s)
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