Valzaar 160 Tablet
Manufacturer
Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Salt Composition
Valsartan (160mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Valzaar 160 Tablet is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure, and helps to prevent further heart attacks and strokes. It is also beneficial in preserving kidney function in patients with diabetes.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Valzaar 160 Tablet is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure. Lowering blood pressure helps to prevent further heart attacks and stroke. This medicine is also effective in preserving kidney function in patients with diabetes.
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. Valzaar 160 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Safety Information
Side Effects
Dizziness Decreased blood pressure Increased creatinine level in blood Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing)
Alcohol Warning
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Valzaar 160 Tablet.
Breastfeeding Warning
Valzaar 160 Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Pregnancy Warning
Unsafe to use during pregnancy. There is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Interacting Medicines
Co-trimoxazole (Oral Route) Eplerenone (Oral Route) Tacrolimus (Oral Route) Amiloride (Oral Route) Spironolactone (Oral Route)
How it works
Valzaar 160 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 Valzaar 160 Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Do not stop taking it suddenly without talking to your doctor.
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take for Valzaar 160 Tablet to start working?
A substantial decrease in blood pressure can be experienced within 2 weeks of starting Valzaar 160 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 which can be considered safe. Use of these medicines varies from person to person and can be based on various factors such as age, other co-existing diseases, etc. For instance, a person below 55 years of age having no other coexisting disease may be prescribed angiotensin II receptor antagonists (ARAs) (e.g., Valzaar 160 Tablet, losartan, olmesartan) or Angiotensin Converting Enzyme (ACE) Inhibitors (e.g., ramipril, captopril, or enalapril) by the doctor.
Is Valzaar 160 Tablet bad for kidneys?
Valzaar 160 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 Valzaar 160 Tablet?
Valzaar 160 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 Valzaar 160 Tablet.
