Valsartan

What it’s used for

Valsartan tablets are an angiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB) indicated for: • Hypertension , to lower blood pressure in adults and children 1 year and older. Lowering blood pressure reduces the risk of fatal and nonfatal cardiovascular events, primarily strokes and myocardial infarctions ( 1.

How to take it

Indication Starting Dose Dose Range* Hypertension Adults ( 2. 2 ) 80 to 160 mg once daily 80 to 320 mg once daily 1 to 16 years ( 2.

Important warnings

5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS • Observe for signs and symptoms of hypotension ( 5. 2 ) • Monitor renal function and potassium in susceptible patients ( 5.

Common side effects

Hypertension : Most common adverse reactions are headache, dizziness, viral infection, fatigue and abdominal pain ( 6. 1 ) Heart Failure : Most common adverse reactions are dizziness, hypotension, diarrhea, arthralgia, back pain, fatigue and hyperkalemia ( 6.

Interactions

7 DRUG INTERACTIONS • Potassium-sparing diuretics, potassium supplements or salt substitutes may lead to increases in serum potassium, and in heart failure patients, increases in serum creatinine ( 7.

If pregnant or breastfeeding

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Forms & strengths

40 MG Oral Capsule · 4 MG/ML Oral Solution · 80 MG Oral Capsule · 160 MG Oral Capsule · 80 MG Oral Tablet · 320 MG Oral Tablet · 160 MG Oral Tablet · 40 MG Oral Tablet

Questions to ask your doctor or pharmacist

• Is this the right medicine for my condition, and how long should I take it?
• What side effects should I watch for, and which need urgent attention?
• Does this interact with my other medicines, supplements, or alcohol?
• What should I do if I miss a dose or take too much?