Diovan 160 Mg Tablet Information

Diovan 160 Mg Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of High BP.

The right dosage of Diovan 160 Mg Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Diovan 160 Mg Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Diovan 160 Mg Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

In addition, Diovan 160 Mg Tablet's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Diovan 160 Mg Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Diovan 160 Mg Tablet related warnings section.

Diovan 160 Mg Tablet is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate), Allergy, Hyperkalemia are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Diovan 160 Mg Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.

Besides this, Diovan 160 Mg Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Diovan 160 Mg Tablet is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.

Diovan Benefits & Uses
Diovan Dosage & How to Take
Diovan Side Effects
Diovan Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Diovan with Other Drugs
Diovan Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Diovan
Diovan Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Diovan 160 Mg Tablet Benefits & Uses

Diovan 160 Mg Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

High BP (Read More - Home Remedies for High Blood Pressure)

Diovan 160 Mg Tablet Dosage & How to Take

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	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 160 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Diovan 160 Mg Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Diovan 160 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Diovan should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.

Severe
Is the use of Diovan 160 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Diovan. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.

Severe
What is the effect of Diovan 160 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Diovan on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Diovan 160 Mg Tablet on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Diovan on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Diovan 160 Mg Tablet on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Diovan on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Diovan 160 Mg Tablet with Other Drugs

Diovan 160 Mg Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Acarbose

Paracetamol,Caffeine,Phenylephrine

Paracetamol,Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan

Diovan 160 Mg Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Diovan 160 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate)
Allergy
Hyperkalemia
Hyperthyroidism

Frequently asked Questions about Diovan 160 Mg Tablet

Is this Diovan 160 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Diovan 160 Mg Tablet has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Diovan 160 Mg Tablet since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Diovan 160 Mg Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Diovan 160 Mg Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Diovan 160 Mg Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Diovan 160 Mg Tablet

Diovan 160 Mg Tablet may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Diovan 160 Mg Tablet

Chances of side effects of drinking alcohol while taking Diovan 160 Mg Tablet are low. If you feel any adverse effects, please seek medical advice as soon as possible.

Mild