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Valfect 80mg Tablet

by AstraZeneca
Valsartan (80mg)

₹114₹103

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Valfect 80mg Tablet

Introduction to Valfect 80mg Tablet

It is used for the treatment of Hypertension (High Blood pressure) and to manage heart failure patients It is more commonly used for the management of heart failure, hypertension, and Type 2 Diabetesassociated nephropathy, particularly in patients who are unable to tolerate ACE inhibitors

Safety Advice for Valfect 80mg Tablet

  • Moderate risk
  • High risk
  • Safe
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Consult your doctor before using this medicine.

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Avoid alcohol it may Increase Dizziness.

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Avoid this medication If you are pregnant as it may affect the fetus

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Avoid this Medication while driving as it may cause Dizziness

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Consult your doctor before using this medicine.

How Valfect 80mg Tablet works

Valsartan is an angiotensin II Receptor blocker that works by blocking a substance that tighten the blood vessels resulting in relaxing the bllod vessels nad lowering blood pressure. It increases the supply of oxygen and blood to the heart.

How To Use Valfect 80mg Tablet

  • Take the medicine with or without food at the same time
  • Follow the directions given by your doctor

Special Precautions About Valfect 80mg Tablet

  • Inform your doctor if you are allergic to valsartan
  • Tell your doctor if you have any medical condition
  • Do not stop it as it may suddenly increase the blood Pressure

Benefits Of Valfect 80mg Tablet

  • Helps in the treatment of Diabetic Neuropathy
  • Reduces chances of Heart Failure

Side Effects Of Valfect 80mg Tablet

  • Dizziness
  • Nausea
  • Abdominal pain
  • Diarrhoea
  • swelling of the face, throat, tongue, lips, eyes, hands, feet, ankles, or lower legs
  • hoarseness
  • Vomiting
  • Difficulty breathing or swallowing
  • Unexplained weight gain
  • Headache

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What If I Missed A Dose Of Valfect 80mg Tablet

Use medicine as you remember to take. If next dose is near than Skip the missed Dose. Do not double up for the missed Dose.

Health And Lifestyle

Maintain a healthy diet with low amounts of salt, fat, and cholesterol and exercise regularly. Avoid smoking and alcohol intake. Manage stress and engage in practices like meditation or deep breathing.

Drug Interaction

  • Painkillers (ibuprofen, naproxen, celecoxib, etoricoxib, diclofenac, aspirin),
  • Antipsychotic (lithium),
  • Antihypertensive (aliskiren, enalapril, captopril, lisinopril, ramipril),
  • Blood thinner (heparin),
  • Aldosterone receptor antagonist (spironolactone),
  • Diuretics,
  • Antibiotic (rifampin),
  • Potassium supplements,
  • Immunosuppressant (cyclosporine),
  • AntiHIV (ritonavir),

Drug Food Interaction

  • N/a

Disease Explanation

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Hypertension (more commonly known as high blood pressure), is a condition in which the force of blood against your artery walls is too high. This eventually damages your arteries and leads to serious issues like heart disease or stroke.

FAQ's on Valfect 80mg Tablet

Which medicine is considered safe for treating high blood pressure?

There are many blood pressure-lowering medicines which can be considered safe. Use of these medicines varies from person to person and can be based on various factors such as age, gender, other co-existing diseases, etc. For instance, a person below 55 years of age having no other coexisting disease may be prescribed angiotensin II receptor antagonists (ARAs) (e.g., Valfect, losartan, olmesartan) or Angiotensin Converting Enzyme (ACE) Inhibitors (e.g., ramipril, captopril, or enalapril) by the doctor.

Can I switch in between the brands of Valfect, since currently the brand I am using is not available?

No, do not switch to a different Valfect product unless your doctor says that you should. Since you have to take it daily, keep a stock of it. Each Valfect product releases the medication differently in your body and cannot be used interchangeably.

Does Valfect cause weight gain?

No, Valfect does not cause weight gain as a side effect. However, if your kidney function deteriorates, then your body may swell due to accumulation of water (fluid retention) because of which you may gain weight. Inform your doctor if you experience any unexplained weight gain or swelling in your feet, ankles, or hands.

What is the most important information I should know about Valfect?

Taking Valfect during the last months of pregnancy can cause serious harm or even death of the unborn baby. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. Do not take Valfect if you are pregnant. If you become pregnant while taking Valfect, stop taking Valfect and call your doctor immediately.

Who should not be given Valfect?

Valfect should not be given to patients who are allergic to it, have severe liver disease, have diabetes, or impaired kidney function. Its use should be restricted if you are being treated with blood pressure lowering medicine containing aliskiren. It is important to know that a pregnant lady or one who intends to become pregnant should not use Valfect.

What class of medicine is Valfect?

Valfect belongs to a group of medicines called angiotensin II receptor antagonists (ARAs). Angiotensin II is a substance in the body that causes vessels to tighten which leads to increase in blood pressure. Valfect works by blocking the effect of angiotensin II. As a result, blood vessels relax and blood pressure is lowered.

Is Valfect bad for kidneys?

Valfect does not generally affect the working of a proper functioning kidney. However, it should be cautiously used in patients who have existing severe kidney impairment (creatinine clearance <10 ml/min) and are on dialysis as there is limited data to support the safety of these patients.

How long do I need to take Valfect?

Continue taking Valfect as long as your doctor has prescribed. Do not stop taking it even if you start feeling better. You may even have to take it life long, since Valfect does not cure high blood pressure or heart failure but controls them.

How long does it take for Valfect to start working?

A substantial decrease in blood pressure can be experienced within 2 weeks of starting Valfect. The medicine may take up to 4 weeks to show its complete effects.

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Kriti Garg

Content Updated on

Monday, 24 June, 2024

Prescription Required

Valfect 80mg Tablet

by AstraZeneca
Valsartan (80mg)

₹114₹103

10% off
Valfect 80mg Tablet

Valfect 80mg Tablet

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