Diovan 80mg Tablet 14'S
Key Information
Generic Name
Generic Name Valsartan 80 mg
Manufacturer
Novartis India Ltd
Variant
14 Tablet(s) in a Strip
Country of Origin
Spain
Detailed Information
Introduction
INTRODUCTIONDIOVAN 80MG contains Valsartan which belongs to the group of medicines called Angiotensin II receptor antagonists. It is used to manage high blood pressure (hypertension) in adults, children and adolescents (6years to less than 18 years). Hypertension is a condition in which the force of the blood against the blood vessel walls is too high which is characterized by headache, irregular heartbeat, vision changes, feeling of overtiredness, nausea, vomiting, confusion, anxiety, chest pain. It is also used to manage adult patients with recent heart attack (blockage of blood flow to heart muscle with the symptoms of tightness or pain in chest, neck, back or arms, fatigue) and symptomatic heart failure (a condition where the pumping of heart is inadequate to meet body’s need which is characterized by shortness of breath, fatigue, fast heartbeat). Valsartan makes blood vessels to relax, reduces the cardiac output and thus lowers the blood pressure by blocking the effects of Angiotensin II (a substance produced in your body which ca
Uses
narrowing of blood vessels). Your doctor may check your kidney function, blood pressure, and the amount of electrolytes (Ex. potassium) in your body prior to the management or at regular intervals along with the management. DIOVAN 80MG is not recommended for use in patients having severe liver disease. It should be used in caution with patient having kidney, liver, and heart problems. If you are pregnant or breast-feeding, consult your doctor for advice before taking DIOVAN 80MG. It should be used with caution in children and adolescent of 6 years to less than18 years age. DIOVAN 80MG should be used with caution in patients above 65years of age. The most common
How It Works
DIOVAN 80MG makes blood vessels to relax, reduces the cardiac output and thus lowers the blood pressure by blocking the effects of Angiotensin II (substance produced in your body which causes narrowing of blood vessels).
Directions for Use
Take DIOVAN 80MG as advised by your physician. Swallow this medicine, do not crush, or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition.
Side Effects
taking DIOVAN 80MG is low blood pressure, dizziness, nausea, headache, diarrhea. Consult your doctor if the symptom worsens. USES OF DIOVAN 80MG Manages high blood pressure in adults, children and adolescents (6years to less than 18years of age Manages adult patients after a recent heart attack Manages symptomatic heart failure in adult patients HOW DIOVAN 80MG WORKSDIOVAN 80MG makes blood vessels to relax, reduces the cardiac output and thus lowers the blood pressure by blocking the effects of Angiotensin II (substance produced in your body which causes narrowing of blood vessels). DIRECTIONS FOR USETake DIOVAN 80MG as advised by your physician. Swallow this medicine, do not crush, or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition. SIDE EFFECTS OF DIOVAN 80MGCOMMON dizziness low blood pressure with or without symptoms such as dizziness and fainting when standing up signs of impaired kidney function (loss of appetite, decreased urinary output, fatigue) UNCOMMON sudden loss of consciousness feeling spinning sensation (vertigo) sings of acute kidney failure such as decreased urinary output, swelling due to fluid retention, nausea, fatigue, and shortness of breath signs of high potassium level include muscle spasms, abnormal heart rhythm headache cough abdominal pain nausea diarrhoea tiredness weakness RAREStop taking DIOVAN 80MG and contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects: signs of angioedema (a specific allergic reaction) such as swollen face, lips, tongue or throat, difficulty in breathing or swallowing, skin rash, itching signs of heart failure such as breathlessness, difficulty breathing when lying down, swelling of the feet or legs
Warnings & Precautions
. Talk to your doctor if the symptom worsens. Headache: Apply hot or cold-water bag on your head. Try taking rest in a quiet and dark room. Drink tea or coffee. Massage with mild pressure on scalp or head. Consult your doctor if the symptom does not improve. Tiredness: Drink plenty of fluid and eat balanced diet and frequent meals. Do regular minimal exercise and follow regular sleep schedule. Consult your doctor if the symptom does not improve. WARNING & PRECAUTIONSPREGNANCYDIOVAN 80MG is not recommended in early pregnancy and must not be taken when more than 3 months pregnant, as it may cause serious harm to the baby if used after 3 months of pregnancy. Consult your doctor before taking DIOVAN 80MG. BREASTFEEDINGDIOVAN 80MG is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women. Your doctor may choose another management especially if you want to breast-feed when your baby is new-born or born prematurely. Consult your doctor for advice before taking this medicine. DRIVING AND USING MACHINESDo not drive or operate any machines as it may cause dizziness and affect the ability to concentrate after taking DIOVAN 80MG. Consult your doctor before taking DIOVAN 80MG. KIDNEYDIOVAN 80MG should be used in caution with patients having severe kidney disease, patients undergoing dialysis, kidney artery stenosis (narrowing of blood vessels to one or both the kidneys) and recent history of kidney transplant. Consult your doctor before taking DIOVAN 80MG. LIVERDIOVAN 80MG is not recommended for use in patients with severe liver disease and should be used with caution in patients having liver disease. Consult your doctor before taking DIOVAN 80MG. ALLERGYDIOVAN 80MG is not recommended for use if you are allergic to Valsartan. HEART DISEASEDIOVAN 80MG should be taken with caution in patients having severe heart disease and after a heart attack or heart failure. Before taking DIOVAN 80MG consult with your doctor. OTHERSBefore taking DIOVAN 80MG, inform your doctor if you history of angioedema aldosteronism (increased secretion of aldosterone by adrenal glands) dehydration caused by diarrhoea or vomiting Use in pediatrics: DIOVAN 80MG should be used with caution in children and adolescents (6 years to less than 18 years of age) having high blood pressure and dose will be adjusted depending on the body weight. Consult your doctor before taking DIOVAN 80MG. Use in geriatrics: DIOVAN 80MG is used with caution in patients above 65 years of age. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
Drug Interactions
SA. Drug - Drug interactions: Before taking DIOVAN 80MG, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicine: angiotensin II receptor blockers used to manage high blood pressure (Ex. Telmisartan, losartan, valsartan) aliskiren or angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitors used to manage high blood pressure (Ex. enalapril, lisinopril, ramipril) diuretics such as furosemide, hydrochlorothiazide (used to manage oedema or high blood pressure) beta blockers like atenolol, propranolol, carvedilol (medicine used to manage abnormal heart rhythms) potassium supplements and potassium-containing salt substitutes that rise the potassium level in body heparin (medicine used to prevent blood clot) mineralocorticoid receptors antagonists like spironolactone, eplerenone (medicines used to manage high blood pressure and heart failure non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs – medicines used to manage pain and inflammation (Ex. aspirin, ibuprofen) rifamycin (medicine used against bacterial infections) ciclosporin which is used to protect against transplant rejection ritonavir (medicine used to manage HIV/AIDS infection) medicines containing lithium (used to manage some types of depression) Overdosage: If you or anyone else accidentally take too much of DIOVAN 80MG, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. The most common symptom of overdose are severe dizziness and fainting. SYNOPSIS Drug : Valsartan Pharmacological Category : Angiotensin receptor blockers Therapeutic Indication : Hypertension, Heart attack, Heart failure Dosage Forms : Tablet MORE INFORMATION Keep DIOVAN 80MG out of reach of children Store at room temperature
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