valsartan(Diovan, Exforge (with amlodipine), Entresto (with sacubitril))

Angiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB)

Pronunciation

/vælˈsɑːrtæn/

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At a glance

Generic name: valsartan
Brand names: Diovan, Exforge (with amlodipine), Entresto (with sacubitril)
Therapeutic class: Angiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB)
Mechanism (summary):

Clinical pearls

Take at the same time each day, with or without food.
Avoid K+ salt substitutes.
Stop and call provider if pregnancy occurs.
Report swelling of face/lips/tongue.
Rise slowly from sitting for the first few doses.

Related drugs in this class

losartan

Cozaar, Hyzaar (with HCTZ)

irbesartan

Avapro, Avalide (with HCTZ)

candesartan

Atacand, Atacand HCT (with HCTZ)

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