Valfect 80mg Tablet
AstraZeneca

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In-stock 10 tablets in 1 strip
113.40

USED FOR:
Hypertension Heart failure

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

Valfect 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

Valfect 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

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

Kidney

Valfect 80mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Valfect 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

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

Valsartan   80mg

Uses of Valfect Tablet
Valfect 80mg Tablet is used in the treatment of hypertension and heart failure.Decreasing high blood pressure lowers the risk of heart attack and stroke.

How to use Valfect 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. Valfect 80mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Valfect Tablet works
Valfect 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 Valfect Tablet
Valfect 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. Valfect 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 Valfect an ace inhibitor, beta blocker, statin, blood thinner, or ARB?
Valfect is not an ace inhibitor, beta blocker, statin, or blood thinner drug. It is an angiotensin-II receptor blocker (ARB)

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

Q. Is Valfect generic?
Yes, Valfect 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 Valfect cause weight gain, cough, dry mouth, insomnia, itching, hair loss, erectile dysfunction (ED), or lower heart rate?
Valfect 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 Valfect safe?
Valfect is relatively safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor.