valsartan
Used for Heart Attack, Heart Failure and Hypertension
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Manufactured by various FDA-approved generic manufacturers.
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valsartan Uses, Side Effects, Interactions, Warnings & Dosing
What dosages is valsartan available in?
valsartan is available as a 40 mg, 80 mg, 160 mg, and 320 mg oral tablet.
What is valsartan used for?
valsartan is an ARB and is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension), heart failure, and to improve survival after a heart attack.
How does valsartan work?
valsartan is an angiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB). It blocks a chemical that causes blood vessels to tighten. When this chemical is blocked, blood vessels relax, lowering blood pressure and allowing more blood and oxygen to get to your heart and other organs.
How do I take valsartan?
valsartan is typically taken as 80 mg to 320 mg by mouth once a day for hypertension or 160 mg twice a day for heart failure or after a heart attack.
Is it safe for me to take valsartan?
valsartan is a safe and effective treatment when used for FDA licensed indications. However, like all medications, they may give you unwanted side effects. You should always discuss potential side effects with your physician to ensure the medication is suitable and right for you.
valsartan Common Side Effects
Common side effects of valsartan include:
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Low blood pressure
- Diarrhea
- Muscle ache
- Back pain
- Viral infection
- Tiredness
- Stomach pain
valsartan Serious Side Effects
Serious side effects are rare with valsartan. Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any of the following.
- Angioedema (swelling of the face, lips, throat)
Effects of other drugs, drug classes and over-the-counter products on valsartan
The following medications may interact with valsartan:
- Potassium sparing diuretics, potassium supplements or salt substitutes may lead to increases in serum potassium, and in heart failure patients, increases in serum creatinine
- NSAID use may lead to increased risk of renal impairment and loss of antihypertensive effect
Who makes valsartan?
Various FDA-approved generic manufacturers
Is valsartan safe in pregnancy?
valsartan may cause harm to your unborn baby and should be discontinued as soon as possible if you become pregnant.
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