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Lupin Ltd

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ORAL

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Not Returnable

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Therapeutic Class

ANTI- HYPERTENSIVES

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Lupin Ltd, 3rd floor Kalpataru Inspire, Off. W E Highway, Santacruz (East), Mumbai 400 055. India.
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FAQs

Valent H 80 mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines, namely: Valsartan and Hydrochlorothiazide. Valsartan is an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB) that blocks the hormone angiotensin and relaxes blood vessels. This allows the blood to flow more smoothly in the blood vessels, and the heart can pump more efficiently. Hydrochlorothiazide (diuretic or water pill) removes extra water and certain electrolytes from the body. Together, both lower fluid overload, blood pressure improves blood flow and reduce the future risk of a heart attack.

Yes, Valent H 80 mg Tablet can cause dizziness. It is advised to avoid driving or operate any heavy machinery while taking Valent H 80 mg Tablet . In case you feel dizzy or lightheaded, it is advised to rest for some time until you feel better.

In case you have missed a dose of Valent H 80 mg Tablet , you are advised to take it as soon as you remember. However, try not to miss a dose in the first place, if it's time for you to take your next dose, then do not take both doses together. Take only one dose; taking a double dose of Valent H 80 mg Tablet will lead to low blood pressure.

No, you are advised to inform your doctor and monitor your blood pressure for at least two weeks before stopping the medicine. Depending upon your current blood pressure readings, there is a possibility your doctor may lower your medicine dosage and not recommend discontinuing it.

Do not use Valent H 80 mg Tablet if you are pregnant, planning for pregnancy, or unable to urinate. If you have diabetes and taking Valent H 80 mg Tablet with other blood pressure-lowering pills like 'aliskiren,' immediately stop taking both together and consult a doctor.

No, Valent H 80 mg Tablet does not lead to weight gain as a side effect. However, if your kidney function worsens, your body may swell due to water build-up (fluid retention), causing weight gain. Advise your doctor if you feel any unexplained weight gain or swelling in your ankles, feet, or hands.

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Alcohol

Unsafe

You are recommended not to consume alcohol and Valent H 80 mg Tablet to avoid unpleasant side effects like drowsiness, dizziness, and liver damage.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

Valent H 80 mg Tablet is not recommended during pregnancy. This medicine may cause fetal damage and can cause serious harm to the unborn baby (fetus).

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Breast Feeding

Unsafe

Valent H 80 mg Tablet is known to pass breast milk, but its effect on the baby is not known. So, before breastfeeding, let your doctor know about this.

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Driving

Unsafe

Drive with caution, Valent H 80 mg Tablet usually causes drowsiness and affects driving ability.

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Liver

Caution

Valent H 80 mg Tablet to be taken with caution, especially if you have had a history of liver disease. Your doctor will have to change the dosage depending on your medical condition and your reaction to treatment.

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Kidney

Caution

Valent H 80 mg Tablet to be taken with caution, especially if you have had a history of kidney disease. Your doctor will have to change the dosage depending on your medical condition and your reaction to treatment.

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Children

Caution

Valent H 80 mg Tablet should not be used for children as the safety and efficacy of Valent H 80 mg Tablet in children have not established.

About Valent H 80 mg Tablet

Valent H 80 mg Tablet is an 'anti-hypertensives' medication primarily used for lowering high blood pressure (hypertension) by removing extra fluid (electrolytes) from the body. High blood pressure is a chronic condition in which the blood's force against the artery wall is high. As a result, it increases the risk of heart-related diseases like heart attack, heart failure, stroke, irregular heartbeat, and other complications.

Valent H 80 mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines namely Valsartan and hydrochlorothiazide. Valsartan is a blood pressure-lowering medicine that blocks the hormone angiotensin, thereby relaxing and widening the narrowed blood vessels. This allows the blood to flow more smoothly in the blood vessels, and the heart can pump more efficiently. On the other hand, Hydrochlorothiazide is a diuretic or water pill that works by removing extra water/fluid and certain electrolytes overload from the body. Together, Valent H 80 mg Tablet lowers the fluid overload, raised blood pressure, improves blood flow, and reduces the future risk of a heart attack and stroke.

Take Valent H 80 mg Tablet as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take Valent H 80 mg Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical conditions. You may experience nausea, diarrhea, taste change, dizziness, upset stomach, decreased blood pressure, fatigue, headache, increased blood lipid level, increased blood uric acid, electrolyte imbalance, glucose intolerance. Most of these side effects of Valent H 80 mg Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Valent H 80 mg Tablet should not be taken if you are known to be allergic to Valent H 80 mg Tablet or any other medicines. Try not to stop taking this medicine of your own. Let your doctor know about this, as it may cause a rise in blood pressure and increase heart disease and stroke risk. Do not use potassium supplements or salt substitutes unless the doctor has told you. This Valent H 80 mg Tablet should not be used for children as the safety and efficacy of Valent H 80 mg Tablet in children have not been established. You are recommended not to consume alcohol and Valent H 80 mg Tablet to avoid unpleasant side effects like drowsiness, dizziness, and liver damage. Drive with caution, Valent H 80 mg Tablet usually causes drowsiness and affects driving ability.

Uses of Valent H 80 mg Tablet

Hypertension (high blood pressure)

Medicinal Benefits Mweb

Medicinal Benefits

Valent H 80 mg Tablet is primarily used to reduce high blood pressure. It is a combination of two medicines, namely: Valsartan and Hydrochlorothiazide. Valsartan is a blood pressure-lowering medicine that blocks the hormone angiotensin, thereby relaxing and widening the narrowed blood vessels. This allows the blood to flow more smoothly in the blood vessels, and the heart can pump more efficiently. On the other hand, Hydrochlorothiazide is a diuretic or water pill that works by removing extra water/fluid and certain electrolytes overload from the body. Together, Valent H 80 mg Tablet lowers the fluid overload, raised blood pressure, improves blood flow, and reduces the future risk of a heart attack and stroke.

Directions for Use

Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it.

Side Effects of Valent H 80 mg Tablet

  • Nausea
  • Diarrhea
  • Taste change
  • Dizziness
  • Upset stomach
  • Decreased blood pressure
  • Fatigue
  • Headache
  • Increased blood lipid level
  • Increased blood uric acid
  • Electrolyte imbalance
  • Glucose intolerance.

Drug Warnings

Before taking Valent H 80 mg Tablet inform your doctor if you have liver disease, kidney disease, gout (inflammation and pain in joints), loss of water and minerals from the body, and skin cancer. If you have diarrhea, vomiting or sweating, immediately inform your doctor as it may cause serious loss of body water and risk of lightheadedness (feeling of dizziness and faintness). Valent H 80 mg Tablet may affect the blood sugar, inform your doctor if you have diabetes and regularly monitor your blood sugar level. This Valent H 80 mg Tablet may increase skin cancer risk, thus avoiding going in the sun and using sunscreen, and wearing protective cloth when you are going out. Do not use potassium supplements or salt substitutes unless the doctor has told you. This Valent H 80 mg Tablet should not be used for children as the safety and efficacy of Valent H 80 mg Tablet in children have not been established. You are recommended not to consume alcohol and Valent H 80 mg Tablet to avoid unpleasant side effects like drowsiness, dizziness, and liver damage. Drive with caution, Valent H 80 mg Tablet usually causes drowsiness and affects driving ability.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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ValsartanAliskiren
Critical
HydrochlorothiazideCisapride
Critical

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ValsartanAliskiren
Critical
How does the drug interact with Valent H 80 mg Tablet:
Using Aliskiren together with Valent H 80 mg Tablet may increase the risk of serious side effects (kidney problems, low blood pressure, or high potassium levels).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Valent H 80 mg Tablet with Aliskiren is not advised as it can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. You should seek medical attention if you experience nausea, vomiting, weakness, confusion, tingling of the hands and feet, feelings of heaviness in the legs, a weak pulse, or a slow or irregular heartbeat. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
HydrochlorothiazideCisapride
Critical
How does the drug interact with Valent H 80 mg Tablet:
Taking Cisapride and Valent H 80 mg Tablet can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm which can be severe. The risk increases in patients with a history of heart illness or electrolyte imbalance.

How to manage the interaction:
Combining Cisapride and Valent H 80 mg Tablet together is generally avoided as it can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if advised by your doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, or fast or pounding heartbeats, consult the doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
HydrochlorothiazideDofetilide
Critical
How does the drug interact with Valent H 80 mg Tablet:
Taking Dofetilide and Valent H 80 mg Tablet can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm which can be severe. The risk increases in patients with a history of heart illness or electrolyte imbalance.

How to manage the interaction:
Combining Dofetilide and Valent H 80 mg Tablet together is not recommended as it can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if advised by your doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, chest pain or tightness, rapid heartbeat, or memory loss, contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
ValsartanPotassium citrate
Severe
How does the drug interact with Valent H 80 mg Tablet:
Co-administration of Potassium citrate with Valent H 80 mg Tablet may increase the risk of side effects such as low blood pressure, kidney function impairment, and hyperkalemia (high blood potassium).

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Potassium citrate together with Valent H 80 mg Tablet may result in an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you experience nausea, vomiting, weakness, disorientation, tingling in your hands and feet, feelings of heaviness in your legs, a weak pulse, or a slow or irregular heartbeat. Maintain proper fluid intake while taking these medications. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
ValsartanTriamterene
Severe
How does the drug interact with Valent H 80 mg Tablet:
The use of Triamterene and Valent H 80 mg Tablet may increase the risk of side effects (low blood pressure, kidney function impairment, and hyperkalemia (high blood potassium).

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Triamterene together with Valent H 80 mg Tablet may result in an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, contact a doctor immediately if you experience nausea, vomiting, weakness, confusion, tingling of the hands and feet, feelings of heaviness in the legs, a weak pulse, or a slow or irregular heartbeat. Do not discontinue any medication without consulting a doctor.
ValsartanTrandolapril
Severe
How does the drug interact with Valent H 80 mg Tablet:
The use of Trandolapril and Valent H 80 mg Tablet may increase the risk of side effects (low blood pressure, kidney function impairment, and hyperkalemia (high blood potassium).

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Trandolapril together with Valent H 80 mg Tablet may result in an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, contact a doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, confusion, numbness, tingling in hands and feet, and irregular heartbeat. Do not discontinue any medication without consulting a doctor.
ValsartanMoexipril
Severe
How does the drug interact with Valent H 80 mg Tablet:
Coadministration of Moexipril together with Valent H 80 mg Tablet may increase the risk of side effects (blood pressure, kidney function impairment, and hyperkalemia (high blood potassium).

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Moexipril together with Valent H 80 mg Tablet may result in an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, contact a doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, confusion, numbness, tingling in hands and feet, and irregular heartbeat, contact a doctor. Do not discontinue any medication without consulting a doctor.
ValsartanAmiloride
Severe
How does the drug interact with Valent H 80 mg Tablet:
Taking amiloride with Valent H 80 mg Tablet may increase potassium levels in the blood. (High levels of potassium can cause hyperkalemia - high level of potassium in the blood, which can lead to kidney failure, muscular paralysis, and abnormal heart rhythms).

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking amiloride and Valent H 80 mg Tablet together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, consult a doctor if you experience nausea, vomiting, weakness, disorientation, tingling in your hands and feet, feelings of heaviness in your legs, a weak pulse, or a slow or irregular heartbeat. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
ValsartanSpironolactone
Severe
How does the drug interact with Valent H 80 mg Tablet:
Using spironolactone together with Valent H 80 mg Tablet may increase potassium levels in the blood.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking spironolactone and Valent H 80 mg Tablet together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, consult a doctor immediately if you experience nausea, vomiting, weakness, confusion, tingling of the hands and feet, feelings of heaviness in the legs, a weak pulse, or a slow or irregular heartbeat. Do not stop using any medications without consulting a doctor.
ValsartanPotassium gluconate
Severe
How does the drug interact with Valent H 80 mg Tablet:
Co-administration of Potassium gluconate with Valent H 80 mg Tablet may increase the risk of side effects (low blood pressure, kidney function impairment, and hyperkalemia (high blood potassium).

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Potassium gluconate together with Valent H 80 mg Tablet may result in an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, contact a doctor immediately if you experience nausea, vomiting, weakness, confusion, tingling of the hands and feet, feelings of heaviness in the legs, a weak pulse, or a slow or irregular heartbeat, contact a doctor. Do not discontinue any medication without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE-12.5MG+VALSARTAN-80MGPotassium rich foods
Moderate

Drug-Food Interactions

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HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE-12.5MG+VALSARTAN-80MGPotassium rich foods
Moderate
Common Foods to Avoid:
Lentils, Orange Juice, Oranges, Raisins, Potatoes, Salmon Dried, Spinach, Sweet Potatoes, Tomatoes, Coconut Water, Beans, Beetroot, Broccoli, Bananas, Apricots, Avocado, Yogurt

How to manage the interaction:
Consumption of Valent H 80 mg Tablet with potassium-containing salt substitutes may increase the potassium levels in the body. Avoid potassium-containing salt substitutes while being treated with Valent H 80 mg Tablet.

Drug-Diseases Interactions

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No Drug - Disease interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

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  • METFORMIN
  • INSULIN
  • ATENOLOL
  • ALISKIREN
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  • ENALAPRIL
  • LISINOPRIL
  • RAMIPRIL
  • METOPROLOL
  • IBUPROFEN
  • CODEINE
  • DEXAMETHASONE

Habit Forming

No

Special Advise

  • Do not use Valent H 80 mg Tablet if you are pregnant, planning for pregnancy, or unable to urinate.
  • If you have diabetes and taking Valent H 80 mg Tablet with other blood pressure-lowering pills like 'aliskiren,' immediately stop taking both together and consult a doctor, as it may cause serious complications.
  • Do not use potassium supplements or salt substitutes while using Valent H 80 mg Tablet unless your doctor has told you to do so.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Keep your weight under control with BMI of 19.5-24.9.
  • Do regular physical activity or exercise for at least 150 minutes per week, or about 30 minutes most days of the week. Doing this can help you to lower your raised blood pressure by about 5 mm of Hg.
  • Limit intake of sodium chloride (table salt) in your daily diet to 2300 mg per day or less than 1500 mg is ideal for most adults.
  • If you are taking alcohol, then only one serving for women and two servings for men is advisable.
  • Quitting smoking is the best strategy to lower the risk of heart disease.
  • Avoid chronic stress as it can raise your blood pressure. Try to enjoy and spent time with your loved ones to cope with stress and practice mindfulness techniques.
  • Monitor your blood pressure daily and if there is too much fluctuation, then immediately contact your doctor.
  • Try to include heart-healthy omega 3 fatty acids-containing food drinks in your daily diet. You can also use low-fat cooking oil like olive oil, soybean oil, canola oil, and coconut oil to lower your elevated blood pressure.

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