Valzzar 80mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Salt Composition
Valsartan (80mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Valzzar 80mg Tablet is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure. It lowers blood pressure, helping to prevent future heart attacks and stroke, and preserves kidney function in patients with diabetes.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Valzzar 80mg Tablet is an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB) used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure. It relaxes blood vessels, lowering blood pressure and allowing 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. Valzzar 80mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How it works
Valzzar 80mg 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 Valzzar 80mg 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 Valzzar 80mg Tablet to start showing its effects?
You may experience a substantial decrease in blood pressure within 2 weeks of starting Valzzar 80mg Tablet. It can take up to 4 weeks for the medicine to show its complete effects.
What is considered safe for treating high blood pressure?
There are various blood pressure-lowering medicines that can be considered safe, and the choice of medication depends on factors such as age, gender, other co-existing diseases, etc. For instance, a person below 55 years of age with no other coexisting disease may be prescribed angiotensin II receptor antagonists (ARAs) or Angiotensin Converting Enzyme (ACE) Inhibitors.
Is Valzzar 80mg Tablet bad for kidneys?
Valzzar 80mg Tablet does not generally affect a properly functioning kidney. However, it should be used cautiously in patients with severe kidney impairment (creatinine clearance <10 ml/min) and those on dialysis, as there is limited data to support the safety of these patients.
Who should not take Valzzar 80mg Tablet?
Valzzar 80mg 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 also be restricted if you are being treated with blood pressure-lowering medicine containing aliskiren. Additionally, pregnant women or those intending to become pregnant should not use Valzzar 80mg Tablet.
What class of medicine is Valzzar 80mg Tablet?
Valzzar 80mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called angiotensin II receptor antagonists (ARAs). This type of medication works by blocking the effect of angiotensin II, which causes vessels to tighten and leads to an increase in blood pressure. As a result, blood vessels relax, and blood pressure is lowered.
Does Valzzar 80mg Tablet cause weight gain?
No, Valzzar 80mg Tablet does not cause weight gain as a side effect. However, if your kidney function deteriorates, you may experience unexplained weight gain or swelling in your feet, ankles, or hands due to fluid retention.
How long do I need to take Valzzar 80mg Tablet?
Continue taking Valzzar 80mg Tablet as long as your doctor has prescribed. Do not stop taking it even if you start feeling better, and you may have to take it lifelong since Valzzar 80mg Tablet does not cure high blood pressure or heart failure but controls them.
What is the most important information I should know about Valzzar 80mg Tablet?
Taking Valzzar 80mg Tablet during the last months of pregnancy can cause serious harm or even death to the unborn baby. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. Do not take Valzzar 80mg Tablet if you are pregnant, and stop taking it immediately if you become pregnant while on this medication.
Can I switch between different brands of Valzzar 80mg Tablet?
No, do not switch to a different Valzzar 80mg Tablet product unless your doctor says that you should. Since you have to take it daily, keep a stock of the current brand and medication form. Each product releases the medication differently in your body and cannot be used interchangeably.
