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Diovan Hct

Diovan Hct

Valsartan · Hydrochlorothiazide

Valsartan and hydrochlorothiazide tablets for high blood pressure. One part relaxes vessels, the other sheds extra fluid.

Active ingredients
Valsartan · Hydrochlorothiazide
Route
Oral use
Form
Tablet
Strengths
80mg + 12.5mg · 160mg + 12.5mg

Diovan Hct is the reference name. You receive a generic with the same active ingredient and strength.

Supply requirements for Diovan Hct depend on the medicine and destination. The fulfilment partner must confirm them before accepting an order.

Diovan Hct details

Condition
Hypertension
Alternative names
valsartan, hydrochlorothiazide
Therapeutic class
Angiotensin II Receptor Antagonist, Thiazide Diuretic Combination
Pharmacological class
Antihypertensive Combination
Contraindications
pregnancy; anuria; severe renal impairment
Minor side effects
dizziness; headache; fatigue
Moderate side effects
hyperkalaemia; electrolyte imbalance; hypotension
Dosage forms
Tablet
Administration route
Oral use
Supply category
Prescription-only medicine (POM)
Originator
Novartis
Onset Time
1–2 hours
Duration
24 hours
Storage instructions
Store below 25°C.
Drug interactions
Lithium; Potassium Supplements; NSAIDs
Age restrictions
Approved for adults.
Serious side effects

angioedema, requires immediate medical attention; severe renal dysfunction, requires immediate medical attention

Patient summary

Valsartan and hydrochlorothiazide tablets for high blood pressure. One part relaxes vessels, the other sheds extra fluid.

Mechanism of action

Valsartan blocks vasoconstricting angiotensin receptors while hydrochlorothiazide promotes renal clearance of fluid.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

Pregnancy: High risk of fetal injury and mortality. Contraindicated in pregnancy. Breastfeeding: Not recommended.

What you will receive

Diovan Hct names the medicine you are looking for. What ships is a generic version of it.

  • A generic containing Valsartan / Hydrochlorothiazide at the strength you pick.
  • Which generic brand and maker ships depends on stock and destination.
  • Check the active ingredient, strength, form, pack, seal, batch and expiry when it arrives.

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