Valsartan hydrochlorothiazide (valsartan and hydrochlorothiazide) is a combination medication used to lower high blood pressure. It accomplishes this in two ways; valsartan widens blood vessels while hydrochlorothiazide acts as a diuretic, reducing the overall volume of blood.

This medication is typically prescribed when valsartan by itself is not producing good results, when the cause of the high blood pressure cannot be identified, and when lifestyle changes alone, such as improved diet, are having little impact on blood pressure.

Treating High Blood Pressure

Chronic high blood pressure puts a great strain on the heart and blood vessels. Untreated it may lead to permanent blood vessel damage, stroke, heart failure and death. Individuals with high blood pressure often feel fine, experiencing no symptoms until a major incident occurs.

Keep in mind, however, that low blood pressure can be just as dangerous. Don't buy valsartan hydrochlorothiazide to treat high blood pressure unless it has been prescribed by a doctor, and be sure to schedule regular check-ups to monitor the treatment's effectiveness, even if you feel fine.

Taking Valsartan Hydrochlorothiazide

This medication comes in tablets with strengths ranging from 80 to 320 mg valsartan and 12.5 to 25 mg hydrochlorothiazide. The higher number will always be valsartan; a pill labeled 160/12.5mg contains 160 mg valsartan and 12.5 mg hydrochlorothiazide.

Dosage should be determined by a doctor, taking into account the severity of the condition as well as other factors like age and weight. The most common dose is 160/12.5 mg. Typically one tablet is taken daily:

• Take in the morning, as it will cause frequent urination.
• If possible take at the same time each day.
• It may be taken with or without food.
• Never exceed 320 mg valsartan in a day.
• It will take 2 to 4 weeks of consistent treatment to realize full effects.

Treatment with this medication often lasts months, sometimes much longer. Other efforts to control blood pressure and improve cardiovascular health, such as dietary changes or smoking cessation, are often recommended during treatment as well, and if successful may reduce the dosage required or eliminate the need for the medication entirely. 

Warnings & Adverse Effects

Side effects associated with this medication are generally very mild in otherwise healthy individuals. There are, however, a number of factors which greatly increase the risk of complications:

• Other medications, including prescription, non-prescription and supplements, may interact with valsartan hydrochlorothiazide.
• Use of alcohol or other blood pressure-reducing medications may result in dangerously low blood pressure.
• This medication is likely to harm unborn or nursing babies, particularly after the first trimester.
• Patients with any major medical issues, such as diabetes or kidney disease, should use with caution.
• Some patients experience light-headedness or drowsiness; use caution while driving or performing potentially dangerous tasks until you're certain how the medication effects you.

See the insert included with the medication for a full list of side effects.

Symptoms of dangerously low blood pressure include extreme dizziness and fainting. Medical care should be sought immediately, and if possible the victim should lie down and be kept calm until he or she is in the care of a doctor.

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