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Diovan is the brand name and the generic name of this medication is valsartan, which is also the active ingredient.

The inactive ingredients of Diovan are colloidal silicon dioxide, crospovidone, hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, iron oxides, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, polyethylene glycol 8000, and titanium dioxide.

Diovan is commonly used to treat conditions related to the cardiovascular system, such as high blood pressure and congestive heart failure.

This medication functions by blocking angiotensin (hormone) in turn relaxes the blood vessels, thereby dialating them. This belongs to a group of drugs called angiotensin receptor blockers.

Common Uses:

Used in the treatment of:
Controlling high blood pressure or hypertension;
Congestive heart failure.

Off Label Uses:

None noted currently.

Side Effects:
Dizziness;
Increased blood potassium levels;
Common cold;
Cough;
Fatigue;
Flu;
Stomach pain.

Cautions / Warnings:

Not recommended in people with cardiac, renal, and hepatic conditions;
Not recommended in people with diabetes;
Not recommended in pregnant women and nursing mothers.

Drug Interactions:
Diuretics like torsemide, potassium supplements, and potassium-sparing diuretics like spironolactone.

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About Diovan

Diovan is the brand name and the generic name of this medication is valsartan, which is also the active ingredient. The inactive ingredients of Diovan are colloidal silicon dioxide, crospovidone, hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, iron oxides, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, polyethylene glycol 8000, and titanium dioxide. Diovan is commonly used to treat conditions related to the cardiovascular system, such as high blood pressure and congestive heart failure. This medication functions by blocking angiotensin (hormone) in turn relaxes the blood vessels, thereby dialating them. This belongs to a group of drugs called angiotensin receptor blockers.

About Valsartan

Valsartan (trade name Diovan) is an angiotensin II receptor antagonist, acting on the AT1 subtype. In the U.S., valsartan is indicated for treatment of high blood pressure, of congestive heart failure (CHF), and post-myocardial infarction (MI). In 2005, Diovan was prescribed more than 12 million times in the United States.

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