DIOVAN HCTZ (Valsartan/HCTZ) is prescribed by the physicians for the patients with High blood pressure, congestive heart failure and post-myocardial infarction patients. DIOVAN HCTZ (Valsartan/HCTZ) is an Angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB) that acts by competitively blocking the Angiotensin receptors. By this mechanism, DIOVAN HCTZ (Valsartan/HCTZ) can block the action of the chemicals that cause the Blood Pressure can be prevented. DIOVAN HCTZ (Valsartan/HCTZ) prevents the blood vessels from the contraction which can reduce the Blood Pressure and helps the blood flow dynamics. DIOVAN HCTZ (Valsartan/HCTZ) can reduce the recurrence of Myocardial Infarction and prevent the fatal consequences. DIOVAN HCTZ (Valsartan/HCTZ) may be prescribed alone or in combination with other anti-hypertensive drugs for the beneficial effects.
Who should not take DIOVAN HCTZ (Valsartan)?
DIOVAN HCTZ (Valsartan/HCTZ) should not be prescribed for the patients with acute or chronic kidney diseases, liver diseases and skeletal muscle disorders. If you are having alcohol consuming habits, you should refrain from the same while taking DIOVAN HCTZ (Valsartan/HCTZ) as prescribed by the Physician. If you are in third trimester of pregnancy, you must avoid taking the DIOVAN HCTZ (Valsartan). Because it is classified as a Pregnancy Category – C drug, according to Food and Drug Administration (FDA) guidelines. If you are a nursing mother, you should consult your health care physician before taking DIOVAN HCTZ (Valsartan). Also if you feel you are dehydrated, you must avoid taking DIOVAN HCTZ (Valsartan), which can pose serious life threatening problem. If you are taking Diuretic drugs, NSAIDs, Potassium sparing diuretics like amiloride, Furosemide, Spironolactone, triamterene you should consult your physician before taking DIOVAN HCTZ (Valsartan).
DIOVAN HCTZ (Valsartan/HCTZ) Side Effects:
DIOVAN HCTZ (Valsartan/HCTZ) can cause mild to moderate side effects and also it differs from person to person. Most of them experienced the allergic episodes which may be systemic or localised, palpitations, dyspnoea, vertigo, constipation, dry mouth, dyspepsia, pruritis and rashes, musculoskeletal problems, sleeping disorders with or without anxiety, anorexia and rarely impotence. Some less common side-effects of DIOVAN HCTZ (Valsartan/HCTZ) are the alopecia (baldness), Chest pain and angioedema, vasculitis, abnormal liver function test and transaminases levels, immunological dysfunction are also reported.
How should I take DIOVAN HCTZ (Valsartan)?
The recommended dosage for the DIOVAN HCTZ (Valsartan/HCTZ) is 40 – 320 mg daily, depends up on the severity of the disease and the person. DIOVAN HCTZ (Valsartan/HCTZ) may be prescribed alone or in combination with some other anti-hypertensive drugs for the beneficial effects. The following instruction should be followed to take the DIOVAN HCTZ (Valsartan/HCTZ) – 40 – 320 mg daily: (1) Take DIOVAN HCTZ (Valsartan/HCTZ) first thing in the morning before you eat or drink anything except plain water. 2) Take DIOVAN HCTZ (Valsartan/HCTZ) while you are sitting or standing up. 3) Take DIOVAN HCTZ (Valsartan/HCTZ) with 6 to 8 ounces (about 1 cup) of plain water. Do not take DIOVAN HCTZ (Valsartan/HCTZ) with any other drink besides plain water. Do not take DIOVAN HCTZ (Valsartan/HCTZ) with coffee, tea, juice, milk or other dairy drinks. 4) Swallow DIOVAN HCTZ (Valsartan/HCTZ) as a whole. Do not chew the tablet or keep DIOVAN HCTZ (Valsartan/HCTZ) in your mouth to melt or dissolve. After taking DIOVAN HCTZ (Valsartan/HCTZ) you must wait at least 30 minutes BEFORE: 1) lying down. You may sit, stand, or do normal activities like read the newspaper or take a walk. 2) Eating or drinking anything except plain water.
Keep taking DIOVAN HCTZ (Valsartan/HCTZ) for as long as your health care provider tells you to do so. To treat your problems or keep you from getting these symptoms, you have to take DIOVAN HCTZ (Valsartan/HCTZ) as often and in the way DIOVAN HCTZ (Valsartan/HCTZ) as prescribed by your Physician.
What is the important information I should know about DIOVAN HCTZ (Valsartan)?
Take DIOVAN HCTZ (Valsartan/HCTZ) exactly as directed by your doctor. If you do not understand these directions, ask your pharmacist, nurse, or doctor to explain them to you.
You can take DIOVAN HCTZ (Valsartan/HCTZ) disregard of food intake.
Avoid Potassium supplements and salts while you take DIOVAN HCTZ (Valsartan).
For DIOVAN HCTZ (Valsartan/HCTZ) dosage one must follow his doctor's instructions.
It is important to take DIOVAN HCTZ (Valsartan/HCTZ) regularly to get the most benefit, as directed by the Physician.
Avoid alcohol while you take DIOVAN HCTZ (Valsartan/HCTZ) because it can increase the side-effects of DIOVAN HCTZ (Valsartan).
Do not stop taking DIOVAN HCTZ (Valsartan/HCTZ) without first talking to your doctor, even if you are feeling well. Even after your symptoms improve, you may require continuous treatment for quite some time, as directed by the Physician.
Check your Blood Pressure regularly.
Store DIOVAN HCTZ (Valsartan/HCTZ) as per the instructions on the label.
Keep DIOVAN HCTZ (Valsartan/HCTZ) away from the reach of the children and pets.
What happens if I miss a dose of DIOVAN HCTZ (Valsartan)?
Take the missed dose of DIOVAN HCTZ (Valsartan/HCTZ) as soon as you remember, during the same day. If you do not remember until the next day, skip the missed dose and take DIOVAN HCTZ (Valsartan/HCTZ) next day as routine dose. Do not take a double dose of the medication.
What happens if I overdose of DIOVAN HCTZ (Valsartan)?
Please seek emergency medical attention immediately.
Where can I get more information on DIOVAN HCTZ (Valsartan)?
DIOVAN HCTZ (Valsartan/HCTZ) prescribed patients, who try to place an order for DIOVAN HCTZ (Valsartan/HCTZ) from an online pharmacy store, can place their prescription order at the CanadaDrugsOnline.com which is an online Canadian pharmacy store.
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