Valcare 40mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Innovative Pharmaceuticals
Salt Composition
Valsartan (40mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Valcare 40mg Tablet is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure, and is also effective in preserving kidney function in patients with diabetes.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Valcare 40mg Tablet is an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB) used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure. It relaxes the blood vessel by blocking the action of a chemical that usually makes blood vessels tighter, lowering blood pressure and allowing the blood to flow more smoothly to different organs and the heart to pump more efficiently.
Directions for Use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Valcare 40mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How it works
Valcare 40mg Tablet is an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB). It relaxes the blood vessel by blocking the action of a chemical that usually makes blood vessels tighter. This lowers the blood pressure, allowing the blood to flow more smoothly to different organs and the heart to pump more efficiently.
Quick Tips
It can make you feel dizzy for the first few days. Rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down for a long time. Your doctor may get regular tests done to monitor the level of urea, creatinine, and potassium in your blood. Avoid taking anti-inflammatory medicines such as ibuprofen along with this medicine without consulting your doctor. Do not take Valcare 40mg Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Do not stop taking it suddenly without talking to your doctor.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does it take for Valcare 40mg Tablet to start working?
A significant decrease in blood pressure can be experienced within 2 weeks of starting Valcare 40mg Tablet. The medicine may take up to 4 weeks to show its complete effects.
Which medicine is considered safe for treating high blood pressure?
There are many blood pressure-lowering medicines that can be considered safe. The choice of medicine varies from person to person and depends on various factors such as age, gender, other co-existing diseases, etc. For instance, a person below 55 years of age with no other co-existing disease may be prescribed angiotensin II receptor antagonists (ARAs) (e.g., Valcare 40mg Tablet, losartan, olmesartan) or Angiotensin Converting Enzyme (ACE) Inhibitors (e.g., ramipril, captopril, or enalapril) by the doctor.
Is Valcare 40mg Tablet bad for kidneys?
Valcare 40mg Tablet does not generally affect the working of a proper functioning kidney. However, it should be cautiously used in patients who have existing severe kidney impairment (creatinine clearance <10 ml/min) and are on dialysis as there is limited data to support the safety of these patients.
Who should not be given Valcare 40mg Tablet?
Valcare 40mg Tablet should not be given to patients who are allergic to it, have severe liver disease, have diabetes, or impaired kidney function. Its use should be restricted if you are being treated with blood pressure lowering medicine containing aliskiren. It is important to know that a pregnant lady or one who intends to become pregnant should not use Valcare 40mg Tablet.
What class of medicine is Valcare 40mg Tablet?
Valcare 40mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called angiotensin II receptor antagonists (ARAs). Angiotensin II is a substance in the body that causes vessels to tighten, which leads to an increase in blood pressure. Valcare 40mg Tablet works by blocking the effect of angiotensin II. As a result, blood vessels relax, and blood pressure is lowered.
Does Valcare 40mg Tablet cause weight gain?
No, Valcare 40mg Tablet does not cause weight gain as a side effect. However, if your kidney function deteriorates, then your body may swell due to accumulation of water (fluid retention) because of which you may gain weight. Inform your doctor if you experience any unexplained weight gain or swelling in your feet, ankles, or hands.
How long do I need to take Valcare 40mg Tablet?
Continue taking Valcare 40mg Tablet as long as your doctor has prescribed. Do not stop taking it even if you start feeling better. You may even have to take it life long, since Valcare 40mg Tablet does not cure high blood pressure or heart failure but controls them.
What is the most important information I should know about Valcare 40mg Tablet?
Taking Valcare 40mg Tablet during the last months of pregnancy can cause serious harm or even death of the unborn baby. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. Do not take Valcare 40mg Tablet if you are pregnant. If you become pregnant while taking Valcare 40mg Tablet, stop taking Valcare 40mg Tablet and call your doctor immediately.
Can I switch in between the brands of Valcare 40mg Tablet, since currently the brand I am using is not available?
No, do not switch to a different Valcare 40mg Tablet product unless your doctor says that you should. Since you have to take it daily, keep a stock of it. Each Valcare 40mg Tablet product releases the medication differently in your body and cannot be used interchangeably.
