Diovan Side Effects
From Pharmacy Drug Guide
Diovan is a type of prescription drug called an angiotensin receptor blocker, or ARB. Diovan HCT is a "2 in 1" drug that combines Diovan and a diuretic, or water pill, called hydrochlorthiazone into in one tablet. Diovan and Diovan HTC are used to treat high blood pressure, also called hypertension. Diovan is taken once daily, and helps to lower blood pressure for 24 hours. Both Diovan and Diovan HTC contain valsaryan as an active ingredient; Diovan HTC also contains a diuretic ingredient called Hydrochlorothiazide.[1] Like most medications, Diovan and Diovan HCT carry the risk of side effects, from dizziness and nausea to seizures.[1]
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| Diovan - brand name for | Valsartin |
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| Diovan HCT - brand name for | Valsartin + hydrochlorothiazide |
| Manufacturer | Novartis |
| Generics available? | No |
| Uses | Treats hypertension, or high blood pressure |
| Common side effects | Dizziness, headache, excessive tiredness, nausea, diarrhea, stomach pain[1] |
| Who should not take Diovan | Women who are pregnant or thinking about becoming pregnant; children under six years old; children over six with severe kidney disease; anyone with an allergy to valsartin. |
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Common Diovan Side Effects
Common side effects of Diovan include headache, excessive tiredness, nausea, diarrhea, stomach pain, back pain, joint pain, blurry vision, cough and rash. Some side effects can be serious, such as: swelling of the face, throat, tongue, lips, eyes, hands, feet, ankles, or lower legs; hoarseness, difficulty breathing or swallowing; unexplained weight gain.
Among Diovan HTC users, the most common adverse reactions are symptoms similar to the common cold.
Diovan and Diovan HCT can both cause low blood sugar, or hypoglycemia. The symptoms of low blood sugar include headache, hunger, weakness, sweating, tremor, irritability, or difficulty concentrating.[1]
About Drug Side Effects
Diovan Allergic Reactions
It is possible for some patients to experience allergic reactions to valsartan, which is the active ingredient of Diovan, or to any of the inactive ingredients that are present in the tablets. In addition, those who have previously experienced allergic reactions to sulfonamides will likely also be allergic to Diovan.[1]
Diovan Precautions and Warnings
- Fetuses of women who take Diovan during the final six months of their pregnancy may be severely injured, or may die. Therefore, pregnant women are advised not to take Diovan, and women who conceive while on Diovan are instructed to discontinue use at once.[2]
- Patients taking Diovan may experience dizziness or lightheadedness when standing up rapidly from a resting position. In some instances, getting up too quickly can make Diovan users pass out. Patients can help prevent this from happening by taking it slow when rising, and letting the feet sit on the floor for a while before finally standing up from bed.[2]
- Patients with a condition called anuria, which is characterized by little or no urine, are advised not to take Diovan.[1]
- Diovan may cause low blood pressure. The risk of this occurring is greater among patients who are taking diuretics, who consume low amounts of salt, get diarrhea or throw up.[1]
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