Diovan 80mg Tablet
Novartis India Ltd

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In-stock 14 tablets in 1 strip
293.00

USED FOR:
High blood pressure

COMPOSITION:
Valsartan (80mg)

Therapeutic Uses:
cardiac

Related Warnings
Alcohol

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.

WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS
Pregnancy
WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS

Diovan 80mg Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy.There is positive evidence of human fetal risk, but the benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk, for example in life-threatening situations. Please consult your doctor.

Lactation

Diovan 80mg Tablet is probably safe to use during lactation. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent a significant risk to the baby.

SAFE
Driving
SAFE

Diovan 80mg Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

Diovan 80mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Diovan 80mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Regular blood pressure monitoring is recommended. No dose adjustment is needed in patients with mild to moderate kidney disease.

CAUTION
Liver
CAUTION

Diovan 80mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Diovan 80mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Valsartan   80mg

Uses of Diovan Tablet
Diovan 80mg Tablet is used in the treatment of high blood pressureDecreasing high blood pressure lowers the risk of heart attack and stroke.

How to use Diovan Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Diovan 80mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Diovan Tablet works
Diovan 80mg Tablet is an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB). It works by blocking the hormone angiotensin thereby relaxing blood vessels, allowing the blood to flow more smoothly and the heart to pump more efficiently.

Side Effects:

Common Dizziness, Back pain, Sinus inflammation, Increased potassium level in blood.

Expert advice for Diovan Tablet
Diovan can be taken with or without food but preferably be taken at the same time of the day. It is best to take the first dose before bed to reduce symptomatic hypotension. Diovan may cause the level of potassium in blood to go up. Avoid taking potassium supplements and potassium-rich foods such as banana and broccoli. Inform your doctor immediately if you have rapid swelling of the lips, tongue, and throat that may affect breathing. Inform your doctor if you have ever been diagnosed with kidney or liver problems. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive or breastfeeding.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Is Diovan an ace inhibitor, beta blocker, statin, blood thinner, or ARB?
Diovan is not an ace inhibitor, beta blocker, statin, or blood thinner drug. It is an angiotensin-II receptor blocker (ARB)

Q. Is Diovan the same as Diovan?
Yes, Diovan is the brand name for Diovan

Q. Is Diovan generic?
Yes, Diovan is a generic drug

Q. Can I take valsartan with Tylenol (acetaminophen), Viagra (sildenafil), Advil (ibuprofen) or amlodipine?
Valsartan should not be given with Advil. It is not reported to interact with Tylenol, Viagra, or amlodipine. Please follow the advice of the doctor regarding their simultaneous use

Q. Does Diovan cause weight gain, cough, dry mouth, insomnia, itching, hair loss, erectile dysfunction (ED), or lower heart rate?
Diovan may cause cough, weight gain, erectile dysfunction, or lower heart rate. It generally not been shown to cause dry mouth, insomnia, itching, or hair loss. Please consult your doctor if you experience these side effects

Q. Is Diovan safe?
Diovan is relatively safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor.