TabletValzaar R 40mg/5mg Tablet
by Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd
In Hypertension (high blood pressure) Valzaar R 40mg/5mg Tablet relaxes the blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily around your body. This lowers your blood pressure and reduces your risk of having a stroke, a heart attack, or kidney problems in the f…
About this Medicine
Valzaar R 40mg/5mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines that helps to reduce hypertension (high blood pressure), thereby lowering the chances of any future heart attack and stroke. It may also be used to improve the symptoms of chronic (long-standing) heart failure. You can take Valzaar R 40mg/5mg Tablet at any time of day, with or without food, but it is best to take it at the same time each day. Keep taking it for as long as advised by your doctor. Even if you feel well, do not stop this medicine on your own because high blood pressure often has no symptoms. If you stop taking it, your condition may get worse. Keeping active with regular exercise, reducing your weight and eating a healthy diet will also help control your blood pressure. Follow your doctor’s advice while taking this medicine.Dizziness and back pain are some common side effects of this medicine. Consult your doctor If any of these bother you, or get worse, or do not go away. Usually, it may increases the level of potassium level in the blood. Hence, it is advised to avoid potassium rich food or supplements. If you experience dizziness, rise slowly from sitting position or avoid driving.Before taking it, let your doctor know if you have any liver or kidney problems. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor for advice before taking this medicine. You also need to tell your doctor what other medicines you are taking especially those used to treat high blood pressure or heart conditions. You should have your blood pressure checked regularly to make sure that this medicine is working properly.
How it Works
Valzaar R 40mg/5mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Valsartan and Ramipril.\tThey work by different mechanisms to block the action of a chemical (angiotensin) that usually makes blood vessels tighter. This relaxes blood vessels, lowers the blood pressure, and allows the blood to flow more smoothly to different organs.
Key Facts
Habit Forming :: No|Therapeutic Class :: CARDIAC
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