What are the uses of Diovan? What are the potential side effects of Diovan? How does Diovan interact with other medications? What are the dosing instructions for Diovan? Get answers to these questions and more in our comprehensive guide.

The Versatility of Diovan: Treating High Blood Pressure

Diovan, the brand name for the drug valsartan, is a widely prescribed medication used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). It belongs to a class of drugs called angiotensin II receptor blockers (ARBs), which work by relaxing blood vessels and reducing the workload on the heart. Diovan is an effective and well-tolerated treatment option for those struggling with elevated blood pressure levels.

Understanding the Uses of Diovan

Diovan is primarily used to manage high blood pressure in adults and children aged 6 and older. It can be taken alone or in combination with other blood pressure-lowering medications. In some cases, Diovan may also be prescribed to:

• Treat heart failure in adults
• Reduce the risk of cardiovascular events, such as heart attack or stroke, in adults with heart disease or high-risk conditions
• Prevent the progression of kidney disease in adults with type 2 diabetes and high blood pressure

It is important to note that Diovan is not recommended for use during pregnancy, as it can cause serious harm to the unborn baby. If you are planning to become pregnant or think you may be pregnant, it is crucial to inform your doctor immediately.

Potential Side Effects of Diovan

While Diovan is generally well-tolerated, like all medications, it can cause side effects. Some of the most commonly reported side effects include:

• Dizziness or lightheadedness
• Headache
• Fatigue
• Nausea
• Muscle weakness or pain

In most cases, these side effects are mild and tend to subside as your body adjusts to the medication. However, it is essential to inform your doctor if any side effects persist or worsen, as they may indicate a more serious issue.

Diovan Interactions and Precautions

Diovan can interact with various other medications, supplements, and medical conditions. Before starting Diovan, be sure to inform your doctor about any other medications, herbal supplements, or medical conditions you have, including:

• Liver disease
• Kidney disease
• High potassium levels in the blood
• Dehydration

Additionally, Diovan may interact with certain medications, such as:

• Potassium supplements or salt substitutes containing potassium
• Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)
• Certain antidepressants and antifungal medications

Your doctor may need to adjust your dosage or monitor you more closely if you are taking any of these medications.

Dosing and Administration of Diovan

Diovan is typically taken once or twice daily, with or without food, as directed by your doctor. The dosage will depend on your specific medical condition, age, and response to treatment.

For children aged 6 and older, the dosage is also based on their weight. If you are using the liquid form of Diovan, be sure to carefully measure the dose using the provided measuring device or spoon, as household spoons may not deliver the correct amount.

It is essential to take Diovan regularly and as prescribed, even if you are feeling well, to get the maximum benefit from the medication. Failing to take Diovan as directed can lead to uncontrolled blood pressure, which can increase the risk of serious cardiovascular events.

Monitoring Your Treatment with Diovan

While taking Diovan, your doctor will likely monitor your blood pressure, kidney function, and potassium levels to ensure the medication is working effectively and safely. Be sure to attend all scheduled follow-up appointments and report any changes in your condition or concerns to your healthcare provider.

Remember, Diovan is a valuable tool in managing high blood pressure, but it is essential to work closely with your doctor to ensure the best possible outcomes for your health. By understanding the uses, side effects, and proper use of Diovan, you can take an active role in your treatment and achieve optimal blood pressure control.

Diovan oral: Uses, Side Effects, Interactions, Pictures, Warnings & Dosing

Warnings:

This drug can cause serious (possibly fatal) harm to an unborn baby if used during pregnancy. It is important to prevent pregnancy while taking this medication. Consult your doctor for more details and to discuss the use of reliable forms of birth control while taking this medication. If you are planning pregnancy, become pregnant, or think you may be pregnant, contact your doctor right away.

How to use Diovan

Read the Patient Information Leaflet if available from your pharmacist before you start taking valsartan and each time you get a refill. If you have any questions, ask your doctor or pharmacist.

Take this medication by mouth with or without food as directed by your doctor, usually once or twice daily. The dosage is based on your medical condition and response to treatment. For children, the dosage is also based on weight.

If you are using the liquid form of this medication, carefully measure the dose using a special measuring device/spoon. Do not use a household spoon because you may not get the correct dose. If your liquid form is a suspension, shake the bottle well for at least 10 seconds before each dose.

Use this medication regularly to get the most benefit from it. To help you remember, take it at the same time(s) each day. Keep taking this medication even if you feel well. Most people with high blood pressure do not feel sick.

Tell your doctor if you do not get better or if you get worse (for example, your blood pressure readings remain high or increase).

Side Effects

Dizziness or lightheadedness may occur as your body adjusts to the medication. If any of these effects last or get worse, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly.

To reduce the risk of dizziness and lightheadedness, get up slowly when rising from a sitting or lying position.

Remember that this medication has been prescribed because your doctor has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.

Tell your doctor right away if you have any serious side effects, including: fainting, symptoms of a high potassium blood level (such as muscle weakness, slow/irregular heartbeat).

Although valsartan may be used to prevent kidney problems or treat people who have kidney problems, it may also rarely cause serious kidney problems or make them worse. Your doctor will check your kidney function while you are taking valsartan. Tell your doctor right away if you have any signs of kidney problems such as a change in the amount of urine.

A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare. However, get medical help right away if you notice any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, including: rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, trouble breathing.

This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

In the US – Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or at www.fda.gov/medwatch.

In Canada – Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to Health Canada at 1-866-234-2345.

Precautions

Before taking valsartan, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details.

Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: liver disease, dehydration, high level of potassium in the blood.

This drug may make you dizzy. Alcohol or marijuana (cannabis) can make you more dizzy. Do not drive, use machinery, or do anything that needs alertness until you can do it safely. Limit alcoholic beverages. Talk to your doctor if you are using marijuana (cannabis).

This medication may increase your potassium levels. Before using potassium supplements or salt substitutes that contain potassium, consult your doctor or pharmacist.

Liquid products may contain sugar and/or aspartame. Caution is advised if you have diabetes, phenylketonuria (PKU), or any other condition that requires you to limit/avoid these substances in your diet.

Before having surgery, tell your doctor or dentist about all the products you use (including prescription drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products).

Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. You should not become pregnant while using valsartan. Valsartan may harm an unborn baby. If you become pregnant, talk to your doctor right away about the risks and benefits of this medication. (See also Warning section.)

It is unknown if this drug passes into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

Consult your pharmacist or physician.

Interactions

See also Precautions section.

Drug interactions may change how your medications work or increase your risk for serious side effects. This document does not contain all possible drug interactions. Keep a list of all the products you use (including prescription/nonprescription drugs and herbal products) and share it with your doctor and pharmacist. Do not start, stop, or change the dosage of any medicines without your doctor’s approval.

Some products that may interact with this drug include: aliskiren, lithium, drugs that may increase the level of potassium in the blood (such as sparsentan, ACE inhibitors including benazepril/lisinopril, birth control pills containing drospirenone).

Some products have ingredients that could raise your blood pressure or worsen your heart failure. Tell your pharmacist what products you are using, and ask how to use them safely (especially cough-and-cold products, diet aids, or NSAIDs such as ibuprofen/naproxen).

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Overdose

If someone has overdosed and has serious symptoms such as passing out or trouble breathing, call 911. Otherwise, call a poison control center right away. US residents can call their local poison control center at 1-800-222-1222. Canada residents can call a provincial poison control center. Symptoms of overdose may include: severe dizziness, fainting.

Do not share this medication with others.

Lifestyle changes that may help this medication work better include exercising, stopping smoking, and eating a low-cholesterol/low-fat diet. Consult your doctor for more details.

Lab and/or medical tests (such as kidney function tests, potassium levels) should be done while you are taking this medication. Keep all medical and lab appointments.

Check your blood pressure regularly while taking this medication. Learn how to monitor your own blood pressure, and share the results with your doctor.

If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose. Take your next dose at the regular time. Do not double the dose to catch up.

Store this medication at room temperature away from light and moisture. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep all medications away from children and pets.

If you are using the suspension form of this medication, store it at room temperature for up to 30 days, or in the refrigerator for up to 75 days. Do not freeze.

Do not flush medications down the toilet or pour them into a drain unless instructed to do so. Properly discard this product when it is expired or no longer needed. Consult your pharmacist or local waste disposal company.

Images

Diovan 320 mg tablet

Color: dark grayish violetShape: almondImprint: DXL NVR

This medicine is a dark grayish violet, almond, tablet imprinted with “DXL” and “NVR”.

Diovan 160 mg tablet

Color: gray orangeShape: almondImprint: DX NVR

This medicine is a dark grayish violet, almond, tablet imprinted with “DXL” and “NVR”.

Diovan 80 mg tablet

Color: pale redShape: almondImprint: DV NVR

This medicine is a dark grayish violet, almond, tablet imprinted with “DXL” and “NVR”.

Diovan 40 mg tablet

Color: yellowShape: ovalImprint: NVR D O

This medicine is a dark grayish violet, almond, tablet imprinted with “DXL” and “NVR”.

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Diovan (Valsartan) Drug / Medicine Information

NOTICE: This Consumer Medicine Information (CMI) is intended for persons living in Australia.

Valsartan

Consumer Medicine Information

What is in this leaflet

This leaflet answers some common questions about Diovan.

It does not contain all the available information. It does not take the place of talking
to your doctor or pharmacist.

The information in this leaflet was last updated on the date listed on the final page.
More recent information on the medicine may be available.

You should ensure that you speak to your pharmacist or doctor to obtain the most up
to date information on the medicine. You can also download the most up to date leaflet
from www.novartis.com.au.

Those updates may contain important information about the medicine and its use of
which you should be aware.

All medicines have risks and benefits. Your doctor has weighed the risks of you taking
this medicine against the benefits they expect it will have for you.

If you have any concerns about taking this medicine, ask your doctor or pharmacist.

Keep this leaflet with the medicine.

You may need to read it again.

What Diovan is used for

Diovan belongs to a group of medicines called angiotensin II receptor antagonists
(AIIRAs).

Hypertension

Diovan is used to control high blood pressure, also called hypertension. Everyone
has blood pressure. This pressure helps get your blood around your body. Your blood
pressure may be different at different times of the day, depending on how busy or
worried you are. You have hypertension when your blood pressure stays higher than
is needed, even when you are calm and relaxed.

There are usually no symptoms of hypertension. The only way of knowing that you have
it is to have your blood pressure checked regularly.

High blood pressure increases the workload of the heart and blood vessels. If it continues
for a long time, it can damage the blood vessels in the brain, heart and kidneys.
This can lead to stroke, heart failure or kidney failure. High blood pressure increases
the risk of heart attacks. Lowering your blood pressure reduces the chance of these
disorders happening.

Heart Failure

Diovan is used to treat heart failure.

Heart failure means that the heart muscle cannot pump blood strongly enough to supply
all the blood needed throughout the body. Heart failure is not the same as heart attack
and does not mean that the heart stops. Diovan helps the heart to function better
and relieves some of the symptoms of heart failure.

Heart Attack

Diovan is also used to treat people after they have had a heart attack (myocardial
infarction) to reduce the risk of further heart damage and reduce further heart problems.

Ask your doctor if you have any questions about why this medicine has been prescribed
for you.

Your doctor may have prescribed it for another purpose.

There is not enough information to recommend the use of Diovan in children (below
18 years of age).

This medicine is only available with a doctor’s prescription. It is not habit-forming.

Before you take Diovan

When you must not take it

Do not take Diovan if you have ever had an allergic reaction after taking:

valsartan (the active ingredient in Diovan)

any of the other ingredients listed at the end of this leaflet

Symptoms of an allergic reaction may include shortness of breath, wheezing or difficulty
breathing; swelling of the face, lips, tongue or other parts of the body; rash, itching
or hives on the skin.

Do not take Diovan if you are pregnant or intend to become pregnant.

Diovan is not recommended for use in pregnancy. Like other similar medicines, it could
affect your unborn baby.

Do not take Diovan if you have liver disease caused by a blockage in the bile duct
or any other severe liver disease.

Diovan is not recommended if you have these conditions.

Do not take Diovan if you are also taking other blood pressure lowering medicines
containing aliskiren and have type 2 diabetes.

Do not take Diovan after the expiry date printed on the pack or if the packaging is
torn or shows signs of tampering.

In that case, return it to your pharmacist for disposal.

Before you start to take it

Tell your doctor if you have any of the following health problems/medical conditions:

heart disease or high blood pressure that is being treated with large doses of diuretics
(also called water or fluid tablets), or being treated with beta-blockers, aliskiren
and/or ACE-inhibitors

high blood pressure due to narrowing of the arteries in the kidney

any other kidney problems or are having dialysis

milder forms of liver disease

swelling, mainly of the face and throat, while taking other medicines (including an
ACE inhibitor or aliskiren)

you have recently had severe vomiting or diarrhoea

you are severely limiting your salt intake

primary hyperaldosteronism (Conn’s syndrome), a hormone disorder causing fluid retention

obstructed blood flow through the heart from narrowing of valves (stenosis) or enlarged
septum of the heart (HOCM)

Your doctor may want to take special precautions if you have any of the above conditions.

Tell your doctor if you are breast-feeding. Ask your doctor about the risks and benefits
of taking Diovan in this case.

It is not known if valsartan, the active ingredient of Diovan, passes into the breast
milk and could affect your baby.

Tell your doctor if you are allergic to any other medicines, foods, dyes or preservatives.

Your doctor will want to know if you are prone to allergies.

If you have not told your doctor about any of these things, tell them before you take
Diovan.

Taking other medicines

Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking any other medicines, including medicines
that you buy without a prescription from a pharmacy, supermarket or health food shop.

Other medicines may be affected by Diovan or they may affect how well Diovan works.
You may need to take different amounts of your medicines or you may need to take different
medicines.

These medicines include:

beta-blockers, which are medicines used to treat hypertension or other heart conditions

ACE-inhibitors or aliskiren, which are also medicines used to treat hypertension or
other heart conditions

some diuretics (water or fluid pills)

potassium supplements (e.g. Slow-K^®) or other drugs that may increase potassium levels

salt substitutes containing potassium

lithium (a medicine used to treat some types of psychiatric illness)

some antibiotics (rifamycins), anti-rejection drugs (cyclosporin), antiretrovirals
(ritonavir) which may increase the effect of Diovan

anti-inflammatory medicines such as Celebrex, Voltaren and Indocid (NSAIDs) or Selective
Cyclooxygenase-2 Inhibitors (Cox-2 Inhibitors).

trimethoprim containing medicines

Your doctor may also check your kidney function.

Your doctor and pharmacist have a more complete list of medicines to be careful of
while taking Diovan.

How to take Diovan

Follow carefully all directions given to you by your doctor and pharmacist.

These instructions may differ from the information contained in this leaflet.

If you do not understand the instructions on the label, ask your doctor or pharmacist
for help.

How much to take

For hypertension, the usual dose is one 80 mg tablet once a day. If your blood pressure
is still too high after 4 weeks, your doctor may increase the dose to 160 mg once
a day, or from 160 mg to 320 mg once a day. If your blood pressure is still too high,
your doctor may add a different type of blood pressure lowering medicine.

For heart failure the usual starting dose is 40 mg twice daily. Your doctor may increase
the dose gradually up to one 160 mg tablet twice daily.

Following a heart attack, treatment is generally started at a dose of 20 mg (half
a 40 mg tablet) twice daily. Your doctor may increase the dose gradually up to 160
mg twice daily.

When to take it

When you take the first tablet from the pack of Diovan, take the one marked with the
correct day of the week (e.g. if it is Wednesday, take the tablet marked Wednesday).

Diovan comes in a calendar pack with the days of the week marked on it to help you
remember to take your tablet each day.

Take it at the same time each day.

This also helps you remember to take it, especially if you take it as part of your
usual routine (e.g. at breakfast time).

How to take it

Swallow the tablet with a full glass of water. Always take it in the same way in relation
to food.

It does not matter if you take it after food or on an empty stomach, as long as you
take it the same way each day.

If your stomach is upset after taking Diovan, always take it after a meal (e. g. breakfast).

How long to take it

Take this medicine until your doctor tells you to stop even if you feel quite well.

It will take at least 4 weeks for this medicine to have its full effect. After that,
it will be continued for as long as your doctor thinks it is needed.

If you forget to take it

If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next one
when you are meant to.

Otherwise, take the dose as soon as you remember and then go back to taking it as
you would normally.

Do not take a double dose to make up for the one that you missed.

This may increase the chance of you getting unwanted side effects.

If you have trouble remembering when to take your medicine, ask your pharmacist for
some hints.

If you take too much (Overdose)

Immediately telephone your doctor or the Poisons Information Centre (telephone number:
13 11 26) for advice, or go to Accident and Emergency at your nearest hospital if
you think that you or anyone else may have taken too much Diovan. Do this even if
there are no signs of discomfort or poisoning.

Keep the telephone numbers for these places handy.

Too much Diovan may make you feel dizzy, lightheaded or faint. You may experience
rapid, shallow breathing or cold, clammy skin. Your heartbeat may be faster than usual.
This is because your blood pressure is too low.

While you are taking Diovan

Things you must do

If you become pregnant while taking Diovan, tell your doctor immediately.

You should not take this medicine while you are pregnant.

Tell your doctor if, for any reason, you have not taken your medicine exactly as prescribed.

Otherwise your doctor may think that it was not effective and change your treatment
unnecessarily.

Be sure to keep all of your doctor’s appointments so that your progress can be checked.
Do this even if you feel well.

It is important to keep track of your progress. Your doctor will want to check your
blood pressure and your kidney and liver function from time to time.

If you are about to be started on any new medicine, remind your doctor and pharmacist
that you are taking Diovan.

Tell any other doctor, dentist or pharmacist who treats you that you are taking Diovan.

Things you must not do

Do not use Diovan to treat any other complaints unless your doctor says you can.

Do not give this medicine to anyone else, even if their condition seems to be similar
to yours.

Things to be careful of

Be careful driving, operating machinery or doing jobs that require you to be alert
while you are taking Diovan until you know how it affects you.

This medicine can cause tiredness, sleepiness or dizziness in some people. If you
have these symptoms, do not drive or do anything else that could be dangerous.

If this medicine makes you feel dizzy or light-headed, be careful when getting up
from a sitting or lying position.

Dizziness can usually be prevented by getting up slowly and flexing leg muscles and
toes to get the blood flowing. When getting out of bed, dangle your legs over the
side for a minute or two before standing up.

Side effects

Tell your doctor or pharmacist as soon as possible if you do not feel well while you
are taking Diovan, even if you do not think it is connected with the medicine.

All medicines can have side effects. Sometimes they are serious, but most of the time
they are not. You may need medical treatment if you get some of the side effects.

Do not be alarmed by this list of possible side effects. You may not experience any
of them.

Ask your doctor or pharmacist to answer any questions you may have.

Tell your doctor if you notice any of these side effects and they worry you:

headache

dizziness, spinning sensation (vertigo)

sleepiness, tiredness or weakness

diarrhoea, constipation or wind

nausea (feeling sick), vomiting, loss of appetite, stomach pains or indigestion

dry cough, sore throat or hoarse voice

blistering skin

runny nose or congested sinuses

pain in the back or joints

muscle pain or cramps

difficulty sleeping

feeling anxious

tingling or numbness in the hands or feet

problems with sexual function

Tell your doctor immediately or go to Accident and Emergency at your nearest hospital
if you notice any of the following:

signs of allergy such as rash, itching or hives on the skin; swelling of the face,
lips, tongue or other part of the body; fever, shortness of breath, wheezing or troubled
breathing

feeling of fast or irregular heart beat (pounding, racing, skipping beats)

chest pain

shortness of breath not caused by exercise, with swelling of legs or feet

tiredness or lack of energy, being short of breath when exercising, dizziness and
looking pale

constant “flu-like” symptoms such as chills, fever, sore throat, aching joints, sores
in mouth, swollen glands

severe dizziness or fainting

liver disease with nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, feeling generally unwell, fever,
itching, yellowing of the skin and eyes, and dark coloured urine

The above side effects may be serious. You may need urgent medical attention.

Tell your doctor if you notice anything else that is making you feel unwell.

Other side effects not listed above may also occur in some people.

After using Diovan

Storage

Keep your tablets in the original container until it is time to take them.

Store them in a cool dry place (room temperature).

Do not store Diovan or any other medicine in the bathroom or near a sink.

Do not leave it in the car or on window sills.

Heat and dampness can destroy some medicines. Diovan will keep well if it is cool
and dry.

Keep the medicines where children cannot reach them.

A locked cupboard at least one-and-a-half metres above the ground is a good place
to store medicines.

Disposal

If your doctor tells you to stop taking Diovan, or the tablets have passed their expiry
date, ask your pharmacist what to do with any that are left over.

Product description

What it looks like

Diovan tablets are supplied in blister packs of 28.

Diovan 40 mg tablets are oval and yellow marked with “DO” on one side and “NVR” on
the other.

Diovan 80 mg tablets are round and pale red with a “D” and “V” marked on one side
of the tablet and “NVR on the other.

Diovan 160 mg tablets are oval shaped, and grey-orange in colour. They have the letters
“DX/DX” marked on one side of the tablet and “NVR” on the other.

Diovan 320 mg tablets are oval shaped, and grey-violet in colour. They have the letters
“DXL” marked on one side of the tablet and “NVR” on the other.

Ingredients

Diovan tablets contain 40 mg, 80 mg, 160 mg or 320 mg of valsartan as the active ingredient. 

The tablets contain the following non active ingredients:

cellulose microcrystalline

crospovidone

silica – colloidal anhydrous

magnesium stearate

hypromellose

titanium dioxide

macrogol 8000

iron oxide red CI77491

iron oxide yellow CI77492

The 40 mg, 160 mg and 320 mg tablets also contain:

iron oxide black CI77499

Diovan tablets and capsules do not contain glucose, lactose, sucrose, saccharin, gluten,
tartrazine or other azo dyes.

Sponsor

Diovan is supplied in Australia by:

NOVARTIS Pharmaceuticals

Australia Pty Limited

ABN 18 004 244 160

54 Waterloo Road

North Ryde NSW 2113

Telephone: 1 800 671 203

^®= Registered Trademark

This leaflet was prepared in February 2015.

Australian Registration Numbers:

Diovan 40 mg tabs AUST R 93165

Diovan 80 mg tabs AUST R 80868

Diovan 160 mg tabs AUST R 80871

Diovan 320 mg tabs AUST R 123357

For internal use only:

(CMI dvn140220c is based on PI dvn140220i)

Drugs for high blood pressure

What are the drugs to stabilize blood pressure in hypertension and should I take drugs if blood pressure is slightly elevated?

Hypertension is a very common disease today. The disease is accompanied by a persistent increase in blood pressure, which leads to a change in the functioning of the body – a violation of the functioning of organs and systems. The disease negatively affects the quality of life of a person and has a progressive character, which makes it necessary to consult a specialist in the presence of the first symptoms. At risk are women and men over 55 years of age, as well as those who lead a sedentary, unhealthy lifestyle and people who are obese, have diabetes, have high blood cholesterol levels or have a genetic predisposition to the disease.

With minor deviations from the norm, a non-drug correction of the condition is possible, which involves a change in lifestyle – diet, level of physical activity and other nuances. In most cases, a comprehensive approach is required, including drug therapy. It is necessary to bring down (normalize) high blood pressure with the help of a medicine prescribed by a doctor – a properly selected drug will help to quickly normalize blood pressure and eliminate all unpleasant accompanying symptoms. Blood pressure medicine can have a cumulative effect – such a drug must be taken regularly, otherwise the drug will not have the expected effect. You can order medicines for the treatment of hypertension on our website.

General symptoms

Common symptoms, regardless of the degree of development of the disease, are headache, dizziness, tinnitus, swelling, redness of the face, increased anxiety, feeling of numbness of the fingers, throbbing in the temples, chills, increased sweating and palpitations. Patients complain of a decrease in brain activity, impaired memory, concentration. If treatment for hypertension is not started in a timely manner, then other, more severe symptoms may occur, such as impaired coordination, vision, in addition, many hypertensive patients complain of decreased sensitivity, weakness in the limbs, and the presence of concomitant diseases. In the presence of symptoms of hypertension, it is recommended to regularly measure the pressure with a tonometer.

Stages of hypertension and their symptoms

Hypertension, like many other diseases, has several stages, each of which is characterized by certain symptoms: are not pronounced and appear sporadically – there may be sleep disturbances, nosebleeds;

the third stage is characterized by a steady increase in blood pressure to 220-230 / 130-150, as a result of which blood circulation is disturbed, signs of encephalopathy, angina pectoris, arrhythmia, eye and kidney damage can be traced.

Thus, it is worth understanding the seriousness of the disease and not delaying the visit to the doctor for the timely start of treatment.

The main types of drugs and the features of their action

Today there are five types of antihypertensive drugs that differ in the features of their action:

• ACE inhibitors – the action of the substance is aimed at blocking the formation of angiotensin – a biologically active substance with a vasoconstrictive effect – such drugs also accompany a decrease in the mass of the heart muscle and protect other internal organs from damage;
• ARA/ARB – dilate blood vessels and have all the same positive effects as the previous group, while they have a reduced risk and a smaller list of side effects;
• diuretics – contribute to the removal of fluid from the body, due to which the load on the cardiovascular system is significantly reduced;
• beta blockers – reduce heart rate by blocking stress hormones;
• calcium antagonists – prevent the entry of calcium ions into vascular cells and heart fibers, which has a relaxing effect on the cardiovascular system.

Today you can also buy combined preparations that include several active components at once, which differ in different mechanisms of action.

Where can I buy medicines for lowering and stabilizing high blood pressure?

Modern effective regulating means will help not only bring down high blood pressure, but also prevent its jumps in the future. That is why it is important to follow the recommendations regarding the intake of drugs given by the attending physician. Accumulative medicines normalize the condition in the long term and it is important not to forget to take them in a timely and regular manner, and not only at high pressure. So, with increased blood pressure, one normalizing, stabilizing agent that reduces the rate, or several may be prescribed – in the second, third stage of the disease, other drugs are most often prescribed, since it is important not only to reduce blood pressure, but also to eliminate the symptoms of concomitant diseases.

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What to replace, dosage, composition, contraindications

Publication date: 10/10/2022

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Contents of the article

• Valsacor: composition
• Valsacor: active substance
• Valsacor: dosages
• Valsacor: side effects
• Valsacor: analogues
• Valsacor or Valsartan: which is better
• Valsacor or Lorista: which is better
• Summary
• Ask an expert about the topic of the article

Hypertension is one of the leading causes of premature death in the world. WHO estimates that one in four men and one in five women in the world suffers from high blood pressure. Doctors call arterial hypertension the “silent killer”. Often people are not even aware of problems with blood vessels and pressure. They are not bothered by any symptoms or they do not attach importance to them. Until they end up in the hospital with heart failure, stroke or myocardial infarction.

There are many reasons for persistent rise in blood pressure. These are genetics, age, stress, malnutrition, bad habits, a sedentary lifestyle, overweight, concomitant diseases.

“Take care of your health from a young age” is not a banal phrase. A healthy lifestyle is the main prevention of hypertension. But if you have already been diagnosed with arterial hypertension, then you cannot do without constant medication.

Let’s talk about the antihypertensive drug Valsacor: what active substance it contains, about dosages, side effects and analogues.

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Valsakor: composition

Valsakor is produced by the Slovenian pharmaceutical company KRKA. Dosage form – coated tablets. The active substance is valsartan. For the manufacture of tablets, the manufacturer uses substances of its own and Chinese production.

Valsakor: active substance

The active substance valsartan belongs to the modern group of antihypertensive drugs – sartans. One of the main “bad roles” in the development of hypertension is played by the hormone angiotensin II. It has a powerful vasoconstrictor effect. Valsacor blocks angiotensin receptors and displaces the hormone, thereby reducing the increased vascular tone. As a result, blood pressure returns to normal.

Valsartan does not interact with any other “participants” in the regulation of the cardiovascular system. It can be combined with other antihypertensive drugs. With caution, the combined use of Valsacor and ACE inhibitors (Enalapril, Lisinopril) is prescribed. If necessary, such a combination carefully monitor the level of pressure, kidney function and the content of potassium in the blood.

Valsacor tablets begin to act 2 hours after ingestion. The maximum reduction in pressure is reached after 4-6 hours and lasts 24 hours.

Valsacor: dosages

Valsacor tablets have four strengths and are colored in different colors:

• 40 mg – brownish yellow
• 80 mg – pink
• 160 mg – brownish yellow
• 320 mg – light brown

Valsakor is taken once a day, regardless of the meal, washed down with water.

The recommended initial dose for hypertension is 80 mg, for chronic heart failure (CHF) – 40 mg per day. A persistent hypotensive effect develops within 2-4 weeks. If during this time there is no desired therapeutic effect, then the dose is increased to 320 mg or diuretics are added. The choice of dosage and combination therapy is made by the doctor.

Valsacor side effects

Valsacor is a drug with a high safety profile. Controlled clinical studies have shown that the incidence of side effects is comparable to placebo. There are no data on the dependence of adverse reactions on the dose or duration of treatment.

When taking Valsacor, the following are possible:

• decrease in pressure below normal, dizziness, headache
• diarrhea, nausea, increased bilirubin
• increase in the level of potassium in the blood
• fatigue and weakness

Valsakor: analogues

Similar preparations with valsartan are produced under trade names:

• Valz 40, 80 and 160 mg (Iceland)
• Diovan 80 and 160 mg (Switzerland)
• Valsartan Akrikhin 80 and 160 mg (Poland)
• Valsartan Canon full 40, 80, 160 and 320 mg (Russia)
• Valsartan-SZ 40, 80 and 160 mg (Russia)

Preparations differ by countries where the medicine and active substance are produced. As well as a number of dosages and composition of excipients in tablets. These analogues can be replaced with each other, if you follow the dosage prescribed by the doctor.

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Valsakor or Valsartan: which is better

Both drugs are generics of the original Diovan. In Valsartan, you can pick up dosages identical to Valsacor. There is no evidence that they differ in therapeutic efficacy. Indications and contraindications are identical.

The patient can independently replace Valsacor with Valsartan or consult a pharmacy. For example, if you are allergic to excipients in the composition of drugs.

Valsakor or Lorista: which is better

Lorista is a representative of one of the very first sartans. Contains the active ingredient losartan, which is also an angiotensin receptor antagonist. But Lorista “competes” with angiotensin for the receptor, while Valsacor does not. Valsartan quickly attaches to the receptor, blocking this possibility for the hormone.

In Lorista, not only the active substance, but also active metabolites bind to receptors. The drug reduces the heart rate (HR). It is prescribed to protect the kidneys in diabetic patients, because the drug reduces the loss of protein in the urine. Contraindicated under 18 years of age.

Valsacor is not metabolized in the body, does not affect heart rate. It has indications for the treatment of arterial hypertension in children from 5 to 18 years.

Valsacor and Lorista are drugs from the same group, have a similar mechanism of action and are used to lower blood pressure. But at the same time they have differences in indications and contraindications. Only the attending physician can decide which one is best for the patient.

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Summary

• Valsacor is a blood pressure lowering tablet for continuous use.
• The active substance valsartan belongs to angiotensin receptor antagonists, reduces vascular tone and normalizes blood pressure.
• Valsacor has four strengths: 40 mg, 80 mg, 160 mg and 320 mg. The dosage for therapy is selected by the doctor.
• Valsacor is well tolerated. Studies have shown that the incidence of side effects is comparable to placebo.