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Women's Health » Blood Pressure » Valsartan Valsartan is in a group of drugs called angiotensin II receptor antagonists. It keeps blood vessels from narrowing which lowers blood pressure and improves blood flow. Valsartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) or heart failure. It is also used to reduce the risk of death after a heart attack. Buy Valsartan and other Blood Pressure products online at Medstore. Buy Online at Medstore - Click Here!
About Valsartan: Product Type: Blood Pressure Brand name: Valsartan Valsartan is used for: Treating high blood pressure alone or with other medicines. It is used to treat heart failure. It is used in certain patients to decrease the risk of death after a heart attack. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor. Valsartan is an angiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB). It works by relaxing the blood vessels. This helps to lower blood pressure. Do NOT use Valsartan if: you are allergic to any ingredient in Valsartan you are pregnant the patient is a child with severe kidney problems Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you. Before using Valsartan: Some medical conditions may interact with Valsartan. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions especially if any of the following apply to you: if you are pregnant planning to become pregnant or are breast-feeding if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine herbal preparation or dietary supplement if you have allergies to medicines foods or other substances if you are able to become pregnant if you have a history of angioedema (eg swelling of the hands face lips eyes throat or tongue; difficulty swallowing or breathing; hoarseness) including angioedema caused by treatment with an angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor (eg lisinopril) if you have a history of heart problems (eg heart failure) blood vessel problems blood flow problems liver or kidney problems gallbladder problems or diabetes if you have a history of stroke or recent heart attack if you are dehydrated or have low blood volume if you have electrolyte problems (eg high blood potassium levels low blood sodium levels) or are on a low-salt (sodium) diet if you are on dialysis or are scheduled to have major surgery if you take another medicine for blood pressure or heart problems Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Valsartan. Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines especially any of the following: Diuretics (eg furosemide hydrochlorothiazide) because the risk of low blood pressure may be increased Potassium-sparing diuretics (eg spironolactone triamterene) or potassium supplements because the risk of high blood potassium levels may be increased Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) (eg celecoxib ibuprofen indomethacin) because they may decrease Valsartan's effectiveness Lithium because the risk of its side effects may be increased by Valsartan This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Valsartan may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start stop or change the dose of any medicine. How to use Valsartan: Use Valsartan as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions. An extra patient leaflet is available with Valsartan. Talk to your pharmacist if you have questions about this information. Take Valsartan by mouth with or without food. Take Valsartan on a regular schedule to get the most benefit from it. Taking Valsartan at the same time each day will help you remember to take it. Continue to take Valsartan even if you feel well. Do not miss any doses. If you miss a dose of Valsartan take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once. Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Valsartan. Important safety information: Valsartan may cause drowsiness dizziness or blurred vision. These effects may be worse if you take it with alcohol or certain medicines. Use Valsartan with caution. Do not drive or perform other possibly unsafe tasks until you know how you react to it. Valsartan may cause dizziness lightheadedness or fainting; alcohol hot weather exercise or fever may increase these effects. To prevent them sit up or stand slowly especially in the morning. Sit or lie down at the first sign of any of these effects. Valsartan may cause a serious side effect called angioedema. Contact your doctor at once if you develop swelling of the hands face lips eyes throat or tongue; difficulty swallowing or breathing; or hoarseness. Valsartan may not work as well in black patients. Discuss any questions or concerns with your doctor. Dehydration excessive sweating vomiting or diarrhea may increase the risk of low blood pressure. Contact your health care provider at once if any of these occur. Check with your doctor before you use a salt substitute or a product that has potassium in it. Tell your doctor or dentist that you take Valsartan before you receive any medical or dental care emergency care or surgery. Patients who take medicine for high blood pressure often feel tired or run down for a few weeks after starting treatment. Be sure to take your medicine even if you may not feel normal. Tell your doctor if you develop any new symptoms. If you have high blood pressure do not use nonprescription products that contain stimulants. These products may include diet pills or cold medicines. Contact your doctor if you have any questions or concerns. Lab tests including blood pressure blood electrolyte levels and heart kidney or liver function may be performed while you use Valsartan. These tests may be used to monitor your condition or check for side effects. Be sure to keep all doctor and lab appointments. Valsartan should not be used in CHILDREN younger than 6 years old; safety and effectiveness in these children have not been confirmed. PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: Valsartan may cause birth defects or fetal death if you take it while you are pregnant. If you think you may be pregnant contact your doctor right away. It is not known if Valsartan is found in breast milk. If you are or will be breast-feeding while you use Valsartan check with your doctor. Discuss any possible risks to your baby. Possible side effects of Valsartan: All medicines may cause side effects but many people have no or minor side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome: Diarrhea; dizziness; headache; joint or back pain; mild flu-like symptoms; stomach pain; tiredness. Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur: Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth face lips or tongue); blurred vision; change in the amount of urine produced; chest pain; dark urine; difficulty swallowing; fast slow or irregular heartbeat; fainting; muscle pain or cramps; severe or persistent stomach pain (with or without nausea or vomiting); symptoms of low blood pressure (eg fainting lightheadedness severe dizziness); unusual bruising or bleeding; yellowing of the eyes or skin. Generic Valsartan Valsarran Valzaar 160mg 120 tabs 160mg 150 tabs 80mg 100 tabs 160mg 30 tabs 80mg 200 tabs 160mg 60 tabs 80mg 40 tabs 160mg 90 tabs 80mg 60 tabs 80mg 80 tabs Valsartan Valsartan
View more Blood Pressure Women's Health: Aygestin (Norethindrone Acetate) Aygestin (Norethindrone Acetate) is a progestin used to treat endometriosis a disorder of the lining of the uterus. It may also be used to treat menstrual disorders and to treat other conditions as determined by your doctor. Buy Aygestin (Norethindrone Acetate) and other Women's Health products online at Medstore. About Aygestin (Norethindrone Acetate): Product Type: Women's Health Brand name: Aygestin Generic name: Norethindrone Acetate What is the most important information I should know about Aygestin? Using Aygestin while you are pregnant can cause harm to the unborn baby. Do not use Aygestin if you are pregnant. Stop using the medication and tell your doctor if you become pregnant during treatment. Avoid smoking cigarettes while taking Aygestin. Smoking increases your risk of developing a heart attack stroke or blood clot. 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