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Valsartan is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Valsartan depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Valsartan is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Valsartan is used -
Mild
Is the use of Valsartan safe for pregnant women?
Valsartan has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Valsartan without medical advice.
Is the use of Valsartan safe during breastfeeding?
Valsartan should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Valsartan on the Kidneys?
Valsartan rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Valsartan on the Liver?
Side effects of Valsartan rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Valsartan on the Heart?
Valsartan is rarely harmful for the heart.
Valsartan should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Valsartan unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Valsartan habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Valsartan has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Valsartan will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Valsartan is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Valsartan cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Valsartan
Taking Valsartan with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Valsartan
Taking [medicine] and alcohol at the same time may lead to mild side effects. Contact your doctor right away if you observe any side effects.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 169-172
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 507
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Diovan (valsartan)
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Prexxartan (valsartan)