A heart attack occurs when the blood flow to your heart is greatly reduced or blocked completely, resulting in damage to part of your heart muscle.
If your heart has been damaged by a heart attack, it is weaker and can't pump as much blood as usual. Taking your medication and making lifestyle changes are important steps to take after a heart attack.
If you've had a heart attack, ask your doctor if Diovan may be right for you.
Diovan is used in adults to improve the chance of living longer after a heart attack (myocardial infarction). Diovan HCT (valsartan/hydrochlorothiazide) tablets are not approved for this use.
You can also download a PDF of the Diovan brochure for heart attack patients.
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