Which valsartan has been recalled?
Mylan voluntarily recalled valsartan-containing products on November 20. Teva is recalling all lots of amlodipine and valsartan combination tablets and amlodipine, valsartan, and hydrochlorothiazide (HCTZ) combination tablets due to the presence of N-Nitrosodiethylamine (NDEA).
When is the best time of day to take valsartan HCTZ?
It’s usual to take valsartan once or twice a day. If you take valsartan once a day, your doctor may suggest that you take your first dose before bedtime, because it can make you dizzy. After the very first dose, you can take valsartan at any time of day. Try to take it at the same time every day.
What are the side effects of valsartan HCTZ?
Common side effects of Diovan HCT include:
- headaches,
- fatigue,
- dizziness,
- lightheadedness,
- stomach pain,
- diarrhea,
- back pain,
- tired feeling,
What is the brand name for valsartan HCTZ?
Valsartan/hydrochlorothiazide oral tablet is available as a brand-name drug and a generic drug. Brand name: Diovan HCT. Valsartan/hydrochlorothiazide comes as a tablet you take by mouth. Valsartan/hydrochlorothiazide is a combination of two drugs that work in different ways to treat high blood pressure.
What is the difference between valsartan and valsartan HCTZ?
Hydrochlorothiazide is a thiazide diuretic (water pill) that helps prevent your body from absorbing too much salt, which can cause fluid retention. Valsartan is an angiotensin II receptor antagonist. Valsartan keeps blood vessels from narrowing, which lowers blood pressure and improves blood flow.
Is it OK to take valsartan with hydrochlorothiazide?
Valsartan and hydrochlorothiazide combination is used alone or with other medicines to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). High blood pressure adds to the workload of the heart and arteries. If it continues for a long time, the heart and arteries may not function properly.
What are the side effects of valsartan HCT?
The most common side effects of valsartan include: 1 Headache 2 Dizziness 3 Fatigue 4 Abdominal pain 5 Cough 6 Diarrhea 7 Nausea
What are the uses of valsartan and hydrochlorothiazide?
Uses This drug is used to treat high blood pressure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This product contains two medications: valsartan and hydrochlorothiazide.
How long does it take for valsartan to take effect?
Talk with the doctor. This medicine may affect certain lab tests. Tell all of your health care providers and lab workers that you take valsartan and hydrochlorothiazide. It may take a few weeks to see the full effect.
How does valsartan work as a diuretic?
Valsartan is an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB) and works by relaxing blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily. Hydrochlorothiazide is a “water pill” (diuretic) that causes you to make more urine, which helps your body get rid of extra salt and water. How to use Valsartan-Hydrochlorothiazide
