Valent-H Tab (Valsartan, Hydrochlorothiazide)

Valent-H Tab (Valsartan, Hydrochlorothiazide) 

Valent-H Tab is made by Lupin Ltd. and is used to treat high blood pressure. It consists of Valsartan 80mg by volume and Hydrochlorothiazide 12.5mg by volume. Valsartan is an angiotensin which helps in relaxing the blood vessels. Hydrochlorothiazide is a diuretic that removes extra water and certain electrolytes from the body. These both help in relaxing blood vessels and improves blood flow which lowers the blood pressure effectively.  

Some side effects caused by this drug are nausea, taste change, diarrhea, Headache, fatigue, increased blood flow, electrolyte imbalance.

 Substitutes Available 

1. Valzaar-H 160 Tab (by Torrent Pharma)
2. Valembic H tab (by Alembic Pharmaceuticals)
3. Co Diovan Fct Tab (by Novartis India Ltd.)
4. Co Diovan Tab (by Novartis India Ltd.)

 Side Effects 

1. Nausea
2. Fatigue

 Safety 

1. Pregnancy - Consult your doctor 
2. Breastfeeding - Consult your doctor
3. Allergy - Contraindicated if allergic to Valsartan / Hydrochlorothiazide or any other ingredient