About Diovan 160mg
Diovan 160mg Tablet is helpful for the treatment of high blood pressure (hypertension). It contains valsartan as an active ingredient and belongs to a class of medications known as “angiotensin II receptor antagonists” which helps to control high blood pressure.
How effective is Diovan 160mg?
Diovan 160mg Tablet is helpful to control, prevent, and improve the following diseases, conditions, and symptoms like hypertension (high blood pressure). Diovan 160mg works by blocking the effect of angiotensin II. This results in blood vessels to relax, and the blood pressure is lowered.
What dose should I choose?
For adults (ages 18 years and older), take an oral dosage of 1 tablet in a single day.
For children (below 17 years), this medicine is not recommended. It is not helpful for people under 18 years.
Try not to exceed the given dosage. If you have any medication queries, consult with your doctor or a pharmacist.
What are the side effects and other warnings when taking Diovan 160mg?
All products with an active ingredient can cause side effects, although they are rare.
Side effects can include:
- Cough.
- Swollen face.
- Difficulty in swallowing.
- Hives.
- Sore throat.
- Fever.
- Lightheadedness.
- Tiredness.
These effects tend to be temporary and may disappear when your body gets adjusted according to this medication. You should stop the use immediately and consult your doctor or a pharmacist if an allergic reaction occurs.
Symptoms of an allergy include:
- Rash
- Itching/ swelling
- Severe dizziness
- Trouble breathing.
If you are pregnant, might become pregnant, or think you may be pregnant or breast-feeding or planning to breast-feed, notify your doctor or a pharmacist before using this product.
If you have any concerns about any potential side effects, please speak to the experts.
