This eMedTV page examines valsartan and hydrochlorothiazide, a prescription drug licensed to treat high blood pressure. This page discusses how the drug works, how and when to take it, side effects, and things to tell your doctor before taking it.
As this eMedTV Web page explains, common side effects of valsartan and hydrochlorothiazide (like the common cold) are usually minor and easily treated. This page also lists side effects to report to your doctor right away (like wheezing and itching).
What is valsartan and hydrochlorothiazide used for? This eMedTV resource explains how the combination drug lowers blood pressure and the risks associated with it. This medicine has no universally accepted off-label uses or approved uses in children.
As this eMedTV article explains, the starting valsartan and hydrochlorothiazide dose for treating high blood pressure is 80 mg/12.5 mg or 160 mg/12.5 mg once daily. This page covers factors that can affect valsartan and hydrochlorothiazide dosing.
Insulin and NSAIDs are among the drugs that can potentially interact with valsartan and hydrochlorothiazide. This eMedTV Web page warns that drug interactions with valsartan and hydrochlorothiazide can change how your body metabolizes the drugs.
Among the warnings and precautions with valsartan and hydrochlorothiazide listed on this eMedTV page are possible drug interactions and the risk of decreased kidney function, high blood sugar, or electrolyte imbalance in some people taking the drug.
