Indications
Valpress is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). In people with congestive heart failure, it helps reduce the need for hospital admission. It is also used to lower the risk of death in people who have developed congestive heart failure after a heart attack (myocardial infarction).
⚠️ Always consult a registered physician before taking any medicine.
Pharmacology
Valsartan is an oral medication belonging to a class of drugs called angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs). It is orally active and acts as a specific angiotensin II antagonist at the AT1 subtype. When angiotensin attaches to these receptors, blood vessels narrow (vasoconstrict), which raises blood pressure (hypertension). Valsartan blocks the angiotensin II receptor, and by blocking this action, it dilates blood vessels and lowers blood pressure without affecting pulse rate. Valsartan has a much greater affinity (about 20,000 fold) for the AT1 receptor than for the AT2 receptor, and it does not bind or block other hormone receptors or ion channels known to be important in cardiovascular regulation.
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Valsartan should not be used during pregnancy, as it can injure or even cause death to the fetus if taken in the 2nd or 3rd trimester. If pregnancy is detected while taking this medicine, Valsartan should be stopped as soon as possible.
Nursing mothers: It is not known whether Valsartan passes into human breast milk. Because of the potential for adverse effects in the nursing infant, a decision should be made whether to stop breastfeeding or stop the medicine, taking into account how important it is for the mother.
⚠️ Talk to your doctor before taking any medicine during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.
Dosage Reference
⚠️ Reference ranges from official sources only. Consult your doctor for personalized dosing.
Side Effects & Interactions
Side Effects
No side-effect data recorded yet.