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Valsartil 80mg Tablet is used to treat high blood pressure & heart failure and prevent heart attack. It contains Valsartan, which works by relaxing and widening the blood vessels. In some cases, this medicine may cause side effects such as dizziness, headache, abdominal pain, fatigue, diarrhoea, nausea, and vomiting. Inform the doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, taking any other medication, or have any pre-existing medical conditions.
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About Valsartil 80mg Tablet
Valsartil 80mg Tablet belongs to the group of anti-hypertensive medicines called angiotensin receptor II antagonist, used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure). Additionally, Valsartil 80mg Tablet is used to treat heart failure and prevent heart attacks.
Valsartil 80mg Tablet contains ‘valsartan’, which works by relaxing and widening the blood vessels, making it easier for the heart to pump blood to all body parts. Thereby, Valsartil 80mg Tablet helps in lowering blood pressure to normal levels.
Valsartil 80mg Tablet may cause side effects such as dizziness, headache, abdominal pain, fatigue, diarrhoea, nausea, and vomiting. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve over time. However, talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.
Try not to stop taking it on your own, as it may cause a sudden increase in blood pressure. Do not take Valsartil 80mg Tablet if you are pregnant, as it may cause fetal harm. Consult your doctor before taking Valsartil 80mg Tablet if you are breastfeeding.
Uses of Valsartil 80mg Tablet
Valsartil 80mg Tablet used in the treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure), heart failure, and the prevention of heart attack. The detailed uses of Valsartil 80mg Tablet are as follows:
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Alcohol
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Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Valsartil 80mg Tablet as it may cause increased dizziness.
Pregnancy
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Valsartil 80mg Tablet belongs to pregnancy category D. Avoid taking Valsartil 80mg Tablet if you are pregnant or think you might be pregnant, as Valsartil 80mg Tablet can cause harm to the developing fetus.
Breast Feeding
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It is unknown if Valsartil 80mg Tablet passes into breastmilk. Consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding; your doctor will decide whether Valsartil 80mg Tablet can be taken by breastfeeding mothers or not.
Driving
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Valsartil 80mg Tablet may cause dizziness, do not drive or operate heavy machinery if you feel dizzy.
Liver
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Dose adjustment may be needed. Valsartil 80mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver impairment/liver disease. Please consult your doctor if you have liver problems or any concerns regarding this.
Kidney
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Dose adjustment may be needed. Valsartil 80mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney impairment/kidney disease. Please consult your doctor if you have kidney problems or any concerns regarding this.
Children
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Valsartil 80mg Tablet is not recommended for children below 6 years as efficacy and safety have not been established.
Valsartil 80mg Tablet is used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure). Additionally, it is used to treat heart failure and prevent heart attack.
Valsartil 80mg Tablet contains ‘valsartan’, which works by relaxing and widening the blood vessels, making it easier for the heart to pump blood to all body parts. Thereby, Valsartil 80mg Tablet helps in lowering blood pressure to normal levels.
Please do not stop taking Valsartil 80mg Tablet without consulting your doctor on your own, as it may lead to a rise in blood pressure. Continue taking Valsartil 80mg Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it to you. Do not be reluctant to speak with your doctor if you experience any difficulty while taking Valsartil 80mg Tablet.
Orthostatic hypotension could be a side-effect of Valsartil 80mg Tablet. Orthostatic hypotension is a sudden lowering in blood pressure leading to dizziness on standing. If you experience this, do not try to stand up suddenly or start walking, instead, lie down and get up slowly only when you feel better. People taking Valsartil 80mg Tablet are advised to regularly monitor their blood pressure levels to avoid such unpleasant events.
High blood pressure increases the workload on the arteries and heart. If untreated, it could damage the heart, brain, and kidneys' blood vessels, resulting in a stroke, heart failure or kidney failure. Hypertension increases the risk of heart attacks. Therefore, anti-hypertensives such as Valsartil 80mg Tablet are used to lower the blood pressure to normal, which reduces the risk of developing these disorders.
Avoid taking NSAIDs with Valsartil 80mg Tablet unless prescribed by the doctor, as it could lead to an increased risk of kidney impairment and loss of anti-hypertensive effect.
Talk to your doctor before taking potassium supplements, potassium-sparing diuretics or salt substitutes along with Valsartil 80mg Tablet, as it might cause an increase in serum potassium and serum creatinine levels.
It would be preferable to take the first dose at night as it might cause dizziness. The next doses can be taken at time of the day.
Valsartil 80mg Tablet starts working within 2 hours to lower the blood pressure. However, it might take 2-4 weeks to notice the full benefits.
Valsartil 80mg Tablet may worsen kidney problems in people who already have kidney disease/problems. Inform the doctor if you have kidney problems. It should be used with caution in patients with kidney problems if prescribed by the doctor.
Valsartil 80mg Tablet is not known to cause weight gain. Maintain proper weight by eating healthy food and exercising regularly.
Valsartil 80mg Tablet may affect blood glucose levels. Therefore, inform the doctor if you have diabetes. Regular monitoring of blood sugar levels is advised.
Yes, Valsartil 80mg Tablet may cause hyperkalemia (increased potassium level in blood). Consult the doctor if you notice symptoms of hyperkalemia such as tiredness, weakness, nausea, vomiting, chest pain, trouble breathing or irregular heartbeat.
No, Valsartil 80mg Tablet does not work by causing excessive urination. It works by relaxing the blood vessels and improving the blood flow.
Taking ibuprofen with Valsartil 80mg Tablet may reduce the effects of Valsartil 80mg Tablet in lowering the blood pressure. Also, it might affect kidney function when these medicines are used together. Hence, consult the doctor before taking ibuprofen with Valsartil 80mg Tablet.
Valsartil 80mg Tablet may cause side effects such as dizziness, headache, abdominal pain, fatigue, diarrhoea, nausea, and vomiting. Most of these side-effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side-effects persistently.
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