Question 1

How long does it take for Valsator 80mg Tablet to start working?

Accepted Answer

A substantial decrease in blood pressure can be experienced within 2 weeks of starting Valsator 80mg Tablet. The medicine may take up to 4 weeks to show its complete effects.

Question 2

Which medicine is considered safe for treating high blood pressure?

Accepted Answer

There are many blood pressure-lowering medicines which can be considered safe. Use of these medicines varies from person to person and can be based on various factors such as age, gender, other co-existing diseases, etc. For instance, a person below 55 years of age having no other coexisting disease may be prescribed angiotensin II receptor antagonists (ARAs) (e.g., Valsator 80mg Tablet, losartan, olmesartan) or Angiotensin Converting Enzyme (ACE) Inhibitors (e.g., ramipril, captopril, or enalapril) by the doctor.

Question 3

Is Valsator 80mg Tablet bad for kidneys?

Accepted Answer

Valsator 80mg Tablet does not generally affect the working of a proper functioning kidney. However, it should be cautiously used in patients who have existing severe kidney impairment (creatinine clearance <10 ml/min) and are on dialysis as there is limited data to support the safety of these patients.

Question 4

What class of medicine is Valsator 80mg Tablet?

Accepted Answer

Valsator 80mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called angiotensin II receptor antagonists (ARAs). Angiotensin II is a substance in the body that causes vessels to tighten which leads to increase in blood pressure. Valsator 80mg Tablet works by blocking the effect of angiotensin II. As a result, blood vessels relax and blood pressure is lowered.

Question 5

Does Valsator 80mg Tablet cause weight gain?

Accepted Answer

No, Valsator 80mg Tablet does not cause weight gain as a side effect. However, if your kidney function deteriorates, then your body may swell due to accumulation of water (fluid retention) because of which you may gain weight. Inform your doctor if you experience any unexplained weight gain or swelling in your feet, ankles, or hands.

Question 6

How long do I need to take Valsator 80mg Tablet?

Accepted Answer

Continue taking Valsator 80mg Tablet as long as your doctor has prescribed. Do not stop taking it even if you start feeling better. You may even have to take it life long, since Valsator 80mg Tablet does not cure high blood pressure or heart failure but controls them.

Question 7

What is the most important information I should know about Valsator 80mg Tablet?

Accepted Answer

Taking Valsator 80mg Tablet during the last months of pregnancy can cause serious harm or even death of the unborn baby. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. Do not take Valsator 80mg Tablet if you are pregnant. If you become pregnant while taking Valsator 80mg Tablet, stop taking Valsator 80mg Tablet and call your doctor immediately.

Question 8

Can I switch in between the brands of Valsator 80mg Tablet, since currently the brand I am using is not available?

Accepted Answer

No, do not switch to a different Valsator 80mg Tablet product unless your doctor says that you should. Since you have to take it daily, keep a stock of it. Each Valsator 80mg Tablet product releases the medication differently in your body and cannot be used interchangeably.

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