Diovan Side Effects

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Trade Name: Diovan
Generic Names: Valsartan in combination with Hydrochlorothiazide
 
Side effects of Diovan:

Caution:
Diovan should not be used by pregnant women. Diovan, when used by pregnant women, can potentially results in injury or death to a fetus.
Gastrointestinal Diarrhea, Increased appetite, constipation, dyspepsia, flatulence, dry mouth, nausea, abdominal pain, and vomiting
Neurological Dizziness
Cardiac Palpitations, syncope, and tachycardia
Skin Flushing, rash, sunburn, and increased sweating
Endocrine Thyroid dysfunction
Pulmonary Coughing
Systemic Fatigue, viral infection, pharyngitis, Allergic reaction, anaphylaxis, asthenia, and dependent edema
Pharmacology of Valsartan:
Question:
What is the mechanism of Valsartan?
Answer:
A Diovan is a combination of valsartan and hydrochlorothiazide. Valsartan is a angiotensin II antagonist and hydrochlorothiazide is a diuretic.

These side effects of diovan are among the most common side effects, however, this list does not include all the side effects. If there is a question or a concern one should always contact a health-care provider or pharmacist.