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Generic Diovan (Valsartan) is in a class of drugs called angiotensin II receptor antagonists. Diovan prevents the constriction (narrowing) of blood vessels (veins and arteries). Generic Diovan (Valsartan) is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and heart failure.
Take Generic Diovan exactly as directed by your doctor. If you do not understand these directions, ask your pharmacist, nurse, or doctor to explain them to you. Take Generic Diovan with a full glass of water. Diovan can be taken with or without food. Do not stop taking Valsartan without first talking to your doctor. If you stop taking the medication, your condition could become worse. Your doctor may want to monitor your blood pressure or perform other tests periodically during treatment with Valsartan. Store Generic Diovan at room temperature away from moisture and heat.
Do not take Diovan if you are pregnant or could become pregnant during treatment. When used during the second and third trimesters of pregnancy, Diovan can cause injury and even death to the developing baby. Notify your doctor immediately if you think you might be pregnant. Use caution when driving, operating machinery, or performing other hazardous activities. Diovan may cause dizziness or drowsiness. If you experience dizziness or drowsiness, avoid these activities. Also use caution when rising from a sitting or lying position. Use alcohol cautiously. Alcohol may further lower blood pressure and increase drowsiness and dizziness while taking Diovan. Do not use salt substitutes or take potassium supplements without first talking to your doctor. Diovan can affect potassium levels in the body.
Before taking Diovan, tell your doctor if you:
You may not be able to take Diovan, or you may require a dosage adjustment or special monitoring during treatment if you have any of the conditions listed above. Diovan is in the FDA pregnancy category D. This means that it is known to be harmful to an unborn baby. When used during the second and third trimesters of pregnancy, Diovan can cause injury and even death to the developing baby. Do not take Diovan if you are pregnant or could become pregnant during treatment. It is not known whether Diovan passes into breast milk. Do not take Diovan without first talking to your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.
If you experience any of the following serious side effects, stop taking Diovan and call your doctor immediately or seek emergency medical treatment.
Other less serious side effects may be more likely to occur. Continue to take Diovan and talk to your doctor if you experience:
Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome.
Before taking Diovan, tell your doctor if you:
Diovan can affect potassium levels in the body. You may not be able to take Diovan, or you may require a dosage adjustment or special monitoring if you are taking any of the medicines listed above. Tell your doctor about any other medicines you take to treat high blood pressure or another heart condition. Diovan may cause very low blood pressure if it is taken with other heart medications. Drugs other than those listed here may also interact with Diovan or affect your condition. Talk to your doctor and pharmacist before taking any prescription or over-the-counter medicines, including herbal products.