Valsartil 160mg 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 Valsartil 160mg Tablet.

Q: What class of medicine is Valsartil 160mg Tablet?

Valsartil 160mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called angiotensin II receptor antagonists (ARAs). Angiotensin II is a substance in the body that causes vessels to tighten which leads to increase in blood pressure. Valsartil 160mg Tablet works by blocking the effect of angiotensin II. As a result, blood vessels relax and blood pressure is lowered.

Q: Does Valsartil 160mg Tablet cause weight gain?

No, Valsartil 160mg Tablet does not cause weight gain as a side effect. However, if your kidney function deteriorates, then your body may swell due to accumulation of water (fluid retention) because of which you may gain weight. Inform your doctor if you experience any unexplained weight gain or swelling in your feet, ankles, or hands.

Q: How long do I need to take Valsartil 160mg Tablet?

Continue taking Valsartil 160mg Tablet as long as your doctor has prescribed. Do not stop taking it even if you start feeling better. You may even have to take it life long, since Valsartil 160mg Tablet does not cure high blood pressure or heart failure but controls them.

Q: What is the most important information I should know about Valsartil 160mg Tablet?

Taking Valsartil 160mg Tablet during the last months of pregnancy can cause serious harm or even death of the unborn baby. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. Do not take Valsartil 160mg Tablet if you are pregnant. If you become pregnant while taking Valsartil 160mg Tablet, stop taking Valsartil 160mg Tablet and call your doctor immediately.

Q: Can I switch in between the brands of Valsartil 160mg Tablet, since currently the brand I am using is not available?

No, do not switch to a different Valsartil 160mg Tablet product unless your doctor says that you should. Since you have to take it daily, keep a stock of it. Each Valsartil 160mg Tablet product releases the medication differently in your body and cannot be used interchangeably.

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Marketer

Incepta Pharma

SALT COMPOSITION

Valsartan (160mg)

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Product introduction

Valsartil 160mg Tablet is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure. Lowering blood pressure helps to prevent future heart attacks and stroke. This medicine is also effective in preserving kidney function in patients with diabetes.

Valsartil 160mg Tablet helps reduce high blood pressure, thus lowering the chances of any future heart attack and stroke. It may also be used to improve the symptoms of chronic (long-standing) heart failure. It helps to preserve kidney function, especially in patients with diabetes. This medicine may be used alone or in combination with other medicines. It is taken by mouth (orally), with or without food, preferably at the same time each day. Side effects are few and uncommon with this medicine. However, dizziness may occur due to low blood pressure, particularly after the first dose.

Uses of Valsartil Tablet

Hypertension (high blood pressure)
Heart failure
Prevention of heart attack and stroke

Benefits of Valsartil Tablet

In Hypertension (high blood pressure)

Valsartil 160mg Tablet lowers blood pressure by relaxing blood vessels and making it easier for your heart to pump blood around your body. It must be taken regularly as prescribed to be effective. You do not usually feel any direct benefit from taking this medicine, but it works in the long term to keep you well.

In Heart failure

Heart failure means your heart is weak and cannot pump enough blood to your lungs and the rest of your body. The most common symptoms are breathlessness, tiredness, and swelling in your legs, ankles, abdomen, and other parts of your body. Valsartil 160mg Tablet lowers your blood pressure which makes it easier for your heart to pump blood around your body and is, therefore, effective treatment for heart failure.

This medicine will help relieve your symptoms, making you feel better and more energetic. You should make appropriate lifestyle changes (such as eating healthily and keeping active) to help this medicine be effective. Take it regularly and keep taking it even if you feel better.

In Prevention of heart attack and stroke

Valsartil 160mg Tablet lowers your blood pressure and makes it easier for your heart to pump blood around your body. If your blood pressure is controlled you are less at risk of having a heart attack or stroke. Keep taking this medicine regularly.

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Side effects of Valsartil Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Valsartil

Headache
Dizziness
Flu-like symptoms
Stomach pain
Decreased blood pressure
Diarrhea
Back pain
Rash
Increased creatinine level in blood

How to use Valsartil Tablet

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. Valsartil 160mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Valsartil 160mg Tablet.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Valsartil 160mg Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as 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.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Valsartil 160mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Driving

SAFE

Valsartil 160mg Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CAUTION

Valsartil 160mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Valsartil 160mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Regular blood pressure monitoring is recommended. No dose adjustment is needed in patients with mild to moderate kidney disease.

Liver

CAUTION

Valsartil 160mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Valsartil 160mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Valsartil Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Valsartil 160mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

All substitutes

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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 Valsartil 160mg Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Do not stop taking it suddenly without talking to your doctor.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Tetrazole derivative

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

CARDIAC

Action Class

Angiotensin receptor blockers(ARB)

FAQs

How long does it take for Valsartil 160mg Tablet to start working?

A substantial decrease in blood pressure can be experienced within 2 weeks of starting Valsartil 160mg 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, gender, 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., Valsartil 160mg Tablet, losartan, olmesartan) or Angiotensin Converting Enzyme (ACE) Inhibitors (e.g., ramipril, captopril, or enalapril) by the doctor.

Is Valsartil 160mg Tablet bad for kidneys?

Valsartil 160mg 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 Valsartil 160mg Tablet?

Valsartil 160mg 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 Valsartil 160mg Tablet.

What class of medicine is Valsartil 160mg Tablet?

Valsartil 160mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called angiotensin II receptor antagonists (ARAs). Angiotensin II is a substance in the body that causes vessels to tighten which leads to increase in blood pressure. Valsartil 160mg Tablet works by blocking the effect of angiotensin II. As a result, blood vessels relax and blood pressure is lowered.

Does Valsartil 160mg Tablet cause weight gain?

No, Valsartil 160mg Tablet does not cause weight gain as a side effect. However, if your kidney function deteriorates, then your body may swell due to accumulation of water (fluid retention) because of which you may gain weight. Inform your doctor if you experience any unexplained weight gain or swelling in your feet, ankles, or hands.

How long do I need to take Valsartil 160mg Tablet?

Continue taking Valsartil 160mg Tablet as long as your doctor has prescribed. Do not stop taking it even if you start feeling better. You may even have to take it life long, since Valsartil 160mg Tablet does not cure high blood pressure or heart failure but controls them.

What is the most important information I should know about Valsartil 160mg Tablet?

Taking Valsartil 160mg Tablet during the last months of pregnancy can cause serious harm or even death of the unborn baby. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. Do not take Valsartil 160mg Tablet if you are pregnant. If you become pregnant while taking Valsartil 160mg Tablet, stop taking Valsartil 160mg Tablet and call your doctor immediately.

Can I switch in between the brands of Valsartil 160mg Tablet, since currently the brand I am using is not available?

No, do not switch to a different Valsartil 160mg Tablet product unless your doctor says that you should. Since you have to take it daily, keep a stock of it. Each Valsartil 160mg Tablet product releases the medication differently in your body and cannot be used interchangeably.

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Country of origin: India

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