Diovan Information

Diovan

Valsartan is in a group of drugs called angiotensin II receptor antagonists. Valsartan keeps blood vessels from narrowing, which lowers blood pressure and improves blood flow. Valsartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). It is sometimes given together with other blood pressure medications. Valsartan may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide. Take this medication exactly as it was prescribed for you. Do not take the medication in larger amounts, or take it for longer than recommended by your doctor. Follow the directions on your prescription label. Your doctor may occasionally change your dose to make sure you get the best results from this medication. You may take valsartan with or without food. To be sure this medication is helping your condition; your blood pressure will need to be checked on a regular basis. Do not miss any scheduled appointments. It may take 2 to 4 weeks of using this medicine before your blood pressure is under control. For best results, keep using the medication as directed. Talk with your doctor if your symptoms do not improve after 4 weeks of treatment. Keep using this medication even if you feel fine. High blood pressure often has no symptoms. Store valsartan at room temperature away from moisture and heat; Do not use this medication without telling your doctor if you are pregnant.

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Recent Diovan Side Effects

Posted by suemetcalf 23 days ago
Been on Diovan since 2004 either 80 mg. or 40mg. Increased again to 8o mg. recently after Diovan not effective in controlling night time B/P. For over a year have had runny nose that has become progressively worse with sneezing at times 70 times within a 12 hr. period. Have been under care of allergist for a yr., had allergy testing, with allergy shots. No relief from severe runny nose or bouts of sneezing; absolutely no relief from various antihistamines or expensive nose sprays. Allergist is at a loss! Even had heating and air system replaced with an air cleaner installed. Rhinitis (clear runny nose) is increasing and continue to have bouts of sneezing. Talked with pharmacist who said current meds not a likely source of problem. I began researching the web and have learned Diovan might very well be the culprit. Med for B/P changed yesterday to METOPROLOL ER 50 mg. because Diovan 80 mg. was not controlling B/P. Have had several TIA's since 2007; not aware B/P was becoming elevated at night although I checked B/P everyday. I'm anxious to learn about others who have experienced severe runny nose and harsh sneezing attacks.

Posted by billwill about 1 month ago
I have been dealing with bp increase due to anxiety. Very sensitive to meds so doc started me at 40mg diovan. After one week I couldn't get out of bed - constant fatigue all day. Anyone else had these symptoms come on? This fast?

Posted by toopie123 about 1 month ago
Has anyone had tingling and numbness in extremities? I used to take regular Diovan with no problems. Now I have started having this sensation and my blood sugar has risen with the HCT.

Diovan in the News

A new CEO for Novartis - The Daily Deal
A new CEO for NovartisThe Daily DealBlood pressure medication Diovan ($3.8 billion in sales), leukemia medication Gleevec ($3.3 billion) and breast cancer treatment Femara ($1.2 billion), ...and more »
Thu Jan 28 20:20:50 +0000 2010

Some blood pressure medicines may cut dementia risk - fwdailynews.com
Some blood pressure medicines may cut dementia riskfwdailynews.comThe ARB medicines include the following: losartan (Cozaar), candesartan (Atacand), valsartan (Diovan), irbesartan (Avapro), telmisartan (Micardis), ...
Sun Jan 31 08:07:45 +0000 2010

The New Face Of Novartis - Trading Markets (press release)
The New Face Of NovartisTrading Markets (press release)The patent on Novartis' hypertension drug Diovan, which fetches $6 billion in annual sales, expires in major countries of the EU during 2011, ...and more »
Sun Jan 31 09:14:35 +0000 2010

Diovan Chemical Information

valsartan - An orally active nonpeptide triazole-derived antagonist of angiotensin (AT) II with antihypertensive properties. Valsartan selectively and competitively blocks the binding of angiotensin II to the AT1 subtype receptor in vascular smooth muscle and the adrenal gland, preventing AT II-mediated vasoconstriction, aldosterone synthesis and secretion, and renal reabsorption of sodium, and resulting in vasodilation, increased excretion of sodium and water, a reduction in plasma volume, and a reduction in blood pressure.