Valsartan Dispersible Tablets 80mg
Composition:
Each tablet contains:
Description:
Valsartan is an angiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB) that helps lower high blood pressure (hypertension) by relaxing blood vessels, improving blood flow, and reducing cardiovascular risks.
Indications:
Valsartan Dispersible Tablets are indicated for:
- Hypertension (high blood pressure) in adults and children ≥6 years
- Heart failure (NYHA Class II-IV) in patients intolerant to ACE inhibitors
- Post-myocardial infarction (to improve survival and reduce complications)
Dosage & Administration:
Adults:
- Hypertension: 80mg to 160mg once daily (max: 320mg/day)
- Heart failure: 40mg twice daily, titrated up to 160mg twice daily
- Post-MI: 20mg twice daily, increased as tolerated to 160mg twice daily
Pediatric Use (≥6 years):
- Starting dose: 40mg once daily for children 6-17 years
- Maximum dose: Based on weight (up to 160mg/day)
Administration:
- Dissolve in water before administration
- Can be taken with or without food
- Do not crush or chew
Contraindications:
- Hypersensitivity to Valsartan or excipients
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding (Category D - fetal toxicity risk)
- Severe liver disease
- Concomitant use with aliskiren in diabetic patients
Precautions:
- Monitor blood pressure, kidney function, and potassium levels
- Risk of hypotension in volume-depleted patients
- Hyperkalemia may occur with potassium supplements or potassium-sparing diuretics
- Renal impairment: Use with caution in severe kidney disease
Adverse Reactions:
- Common: Dizziness, fatigue, headache, hypotension
- Gastrointestinal: Nausea, abdominal pain
- Cardiovascular: Palpitations, orthostatic hypotension
- Serious (rare): Angioedema, severe renal dysfunction
Drug Interactions:
- NSAIDs: May reduce antihypertensive effect and worsen kidney function
- Potassium-sparing diuretics: Risk of hyperkalemia
- Lithium: Increased risk of lithium toxicity
- Other antihypertensives: May enhance blood pressure-lowering effects
Storage Conditions:
- Store below 25°C, in a dry place, away from light.
- Keep out of reach of children.





