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Valzen-40 mg Tablet 10's 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 Valzen-40 mg Tablet 10's
Valzen-40 mg Tablet 10's belongs to the group of anti-hypertensive medicines called angiotensin receptor II antagonist, used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure). Additionally, Valzen-40 mg Tablet 10's is used to treat heart failure and prevent heart attacks.
Valzen-40 mg Tablet 10's 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, Valzen-40 mg Tablet 10's helps in lowering blood pressure to normal levels.
Valzen-40 mg Tablet 10's 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 Valzen-40 mg Tablet 10's if you are pregnant, as it may cause fetal harm. Consult your doctor before taking Valzen-40 mg Tablet 10's if you are breastfeeding.
Uses of Valzen-40 mg Tablet 10's
Valzen-40 mg Tablet 10's used in the treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure), heart failure, and the prevention of heart attack. The detailed uses of Valzen-40 mg Tablet 10's are as follows:

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Alcohol
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Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Valzen-40 mg Tablet 10's as it may cause increased dizziness.
Pregnancy
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Valzen-40 mg Tablet 10's belongs to pregnancy category D. Avoid taking Valzen-40 mg Tablet 10's if you are pregnant or think you might be pregnant, as Valzen-40 mg Tablet 10's can cause harm to the developing fetus.
Breast Feeding
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It is unknown if Valzen-40 mg Tablet 10's passes into breastmilk. Consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding; your doctor will decide whether Valzen-40 mg Tablet 10's can be taken by breastfeeding mothers or not.
Driving
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Valzen-40 mg Tablet 10's may cause dizziness, do not drive or operate heavy machinery if you feel dizzy.
Liver
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Dose adjustment may be needed. Valzen-40 mg Tablet 10's 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.
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Dose adjustment may be needed. Valzen-40 mg Tablet 10's 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.
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Valzen-40 mg Tablet 10's is not recommended for children below 6 years as efficacy and safety have not been established.
Valzen-40 mg Tablet 10's is used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure). Additionally, it is used to treat heart failure and prevent heart attack.
Valzen-40 mg Tablet 10's 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, Valzen-40 mg Tablet 10's helps in lowering blood pressure to normal levels.
Please do not stop taking Valzen-40 mg Tablet 10's without consulting your doctor on your own, as it may lead to a rise in blood pressure. Continue taking Valzen-40 mg Tablet 10's 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 Valzen-40 mg Tablet 10's.
Orthostatic hypotension could be a side-effect of Valzen-40 mg Tablet 10's. 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 Valzen-40 mg Tablet 10's 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 Valzen-40 mg Tablet 10's are used to lower the blood pressure to normal, which reduces the risk of developing these disorders.
Avoid taking NSAIDs with Valzen-40 mg Tablet 10's 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 Valzen-40 mg Tablet 10's, 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.
Valzen-40 mg Tablet 10's starts working within 2 hours to lower the blood pressure. However, it might take 2-4 weeks to notice the full benefits.
Valzen-40 mg Tablet 10's 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.
Valzen-40 mg Tablet 10's is not known to cause weight gain. Maintain proper weight by eating healthy food and exercising regularly.
Valzen-40 mg Tablet 10's may affect blood glucose levels. Therefore, inform the doctor if you have diabetes. Regular monitoring of blood sugar levels is advised.
Yes, Valzen-40 mg Tablet 10's 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, Valzen-40 mg Tablet 10's does not work by causing excessive urination. It works by relaxing the blood vessels and improving the blood flow.
Taking ibuprofen with Valzen-40 mg Tablet 10's may reduce the effects of Valzen-40 mg Tablet 10's 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 Valzen-40 mg Tablet 10's.
Valzen-40 mg Tablet 10's 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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