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Diovan is the #1 prescribed medication of its type.1
If your blood pressure is 140/90 mm Hg or higher, Diovan may help. It lowers your blood pressure, and has helped millions of patients for the past 10 years.
Here's how it works. Diovan lowers high blood pressure by blocking a chemical called angiotensin II, which causes blood vessels to narrow, restricting blood flow.2 Diovan relaxes and widens your blood vessels, allowing blood to flow more easily, reducing your blood pressure and stress on your heart. Helping you to manage your blood pressure and get it to a healthier level.2
Diovan starts lowering your blood pressure the first day you take it.3 Just one pill lowers your blood pressure for a full 24 hours.2
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The first step is simple. Talk to your doctor. Ask questions and find out what your blood pressure numbers are. Work with your doctor to establish a healthy blood pressure goal. Then ask your doctor if Diovan is right for you.
For complete information about Diovan, please download the Patient Product Information PDF
Taking Diovan
Important Information
Click on a Link below to get information about taking Diovan.
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What is the most important information I should know about Diovan?
If you get pregnant, stop taking Diovan and call your doctor right away. Diovan can harm an unborn baby, causing injury and even death. If you plan to become pregnant, talk to your doctor about other treatment options before taking Diovan.
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What is Diovan?
Diovan is a prescription medicine called an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB). It is used in adults to lower high blood pressure.
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Who should not take Diovan?
Diovan is not for everyone. You should not take Diovan if you:
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Are allergic to any of the ingredients of this product. |
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Are pregnant, breast-feeding or planning to become pregnant. |
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What should I tell my doctor before taking Diovan?
Tell your doctor about all your medical conditions, including whether you:
Tell your doctor about all the medicines you take, including prescription and nonprescription medicines, vitamins and herbal supplements. Especially tell your doctor if you are taking:
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Other medicines for high blood pressure or a heart problem |
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Water pills (also called "diuretics") |
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Potassium or are using a salt substitute |
Keep a list of your medicines with you to show to your doctor or pharmacist before you start taking any new medicine. Your doctor or pharmacist will know what medicines are safe to take together.
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How should I take Diovan?
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How often do I take Diovan?
It's important that you take your Diovan tablet every day or as directed by your healthcare professional. Usually, Diovan is taken once daily.
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Can I take Diovan with food?
Diovan may be taken with or without food, so taking your medication won't interfere with your usual schedule.
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What are the possible side effects of Diovan?
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How do I store Diovan?
Store Diovan tablets at room temperature between 59° and 86°F.
Keep Diovan in a closed container in a dry place.
Keep Diovan and all medicines out of the reach of children.
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Can I take Diovan if I am pregnant?
Diovan should be discontinued as soon as pregnancy is detected because it may cause harm or even death to the unborn child.
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Is Diovan convenient to take?
Diovan is dosed once-daily, and can effectively lower blood pressure with a low rate of uncomfortable side effects.
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What if I forget to take a dose?
If you forget to take a dose of Diovan, take the missed dose as soon as you rememberunless it is almost time for your next dose. In that case, skip the missed dose. As with any medication, Diovan should be taken exactly as directed by your healthcare professional.
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Can I take Diovan with other medications?
Be sure to inform your healthcare professional if you are taking or planning to take any other medication. Only your healthcare professional can decide if you can take Diovan along with other medications, including over-the-counter drugs. If you are pregnant, please contact your healthcare professional immediately.
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General information about Diovan
Medicines are sometimes prescribed for conditions that are not mentioned in patient materials. Do not use Diovan for a condition for which it was not prescribed. Do not give Diovan to other people, even if they have the same symptoms you have. It may harm them.
If you would like more information about Diovan, talk with your healthcare professional. You can ask your doctor or pharmacist for information about Diovan that is written for health professionals.
For more information about Diovan, ask your pharmacist or doctor, visit www.diovan.com, or call 1-866-404-6361.
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What are the ingredients in Diovan?
Valsartan is the active ingredient in Diovan. The inactive ingredients of the tablets are colloidal silicon dioxide, crospovidone, hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, iron oxides (yellow, black and/or red), magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, polyethylene glycol 8000, and titanium dioxide.
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1 Quarterly IMA NPA Data, Published Q4 2006
2 Diovan Patient Product Information
3 Diovan Prescribing Information
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