Valent 40 Tablet is an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB). It relaxes blood vessel by blocking the action of a chemical that usually makes blood vessels tighter. This lowers the blood pressure, allowing the blood to flow more smoothly to different organs and the heart to pump more efficiently.
How to use
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. Valent 40 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Interactions / Warnings
warnings Alcohol Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor. Taking Valsartan with alcohol may excessively lower the blood pressure. warnings Pregnancy WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS Valent 40 Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy. There is positive evidence of human fetal risk, but the benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk, for example in life-threatening situations. Please consult your doctor. warnings Lactation Valent 40 Tablet is probably safe to use during lactation. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent a significant risk to the baby. warnings Driving SAFE Valent 40 Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive. warnings Kidney Valent 40 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Valent 40 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. warnings Liver CAUTION Valent 40 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Valent 40 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Prescription
Item requires a valid prescription
Side Effects
Weakness in arms, hands, legs or feet Dizziness Stomach pain Chills Difficult or painful urination Fast heartbeat Back pain Chest tightness Nasal congestion Sore throat Acid or sour stomach Heart burn
