Diovan (Valsartan)


Brand Name: Diovan

Generic Name: Valsartan

Manufacturer/Agent: Novartis Pharma


Formulation: caps

Strength: 80mg

Pack size: 28

Trade Price: KES 3,644.00

Retail Price: @ KES 173.52


Class: Angiotensin Ii Rec. Antagonists (Cardiovascular drugs)

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Precautions: Severe hepatic impairment. cirrhosis. biliary obstruction. pregnancy and lactation.

Indications/Uses: Hypertension 80mg od.

Interactions: Decreased effect: phenobarbitone, ketoconazole. increased effect: cimetidine, monoxidine, high dose cotrimoxazole.

Side Effects: Mild; fatigue. hypotension. epistaxis. dizziness. myalgia. headache.