rgic reactions. People with and without allergy problems or asthma who take DIOVAN HCT may get allergic reactions.
Worsening of Lupus. Hydrochlorothiazide, one of the medicines in DIOVAN HCT may cause Lupus to become active or worse.
Fluid and electrolyte (salt) problems. Tell your doctor about any of the following signs and symptoms of fluid and electrolyte problems:
dry mouth
thirst
lack of energy (lethargic)
weakness
drowsiness
restlessness
confusion
seizures
muscle pain or cramps
muscle fatigue
very low urine output
fast heartbeat
nausea and vomiting
Kidney problems. Kidney problems may become worse in people that already have kidney disease. Some people will have changes on blood tests for kidney function and may need a lower dose of DIOVANHCT. Call your doctor if you get swelling in your feet, ankles, or hands, or unexplained weight gain. If you have heart failure, your doctor should check your kidney function before prescribing DIOVANHCT.
Skin rash. Call your doctor right away if you have an unusual skin rash.
Other side effects were generally mild and brief. They generally have not caused patients to stop taking DIOVANHCT.
Tell your doctor if you have any side effect that bothers you or that does not go away.
These are not all the possible side effects of DIOVANHCT. For a complete list, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
How do I store DIOVANHCT?
Store DIOVANHCT tablets at room temperature between 59oF to 86oF (15oC to 30oC).
Keep DIOVANHCT in a closed container in a dry place.
Keep DIOVANHCT and all medicines out of the reach of children.
General information about DIOVANHCT
Medicines are sometimes prescribed for conditions that are not mentioned in patient information leaflets. Do not use DIOVANHCT for a condition for which it was not prescribed. Do not give DIOVANHCT to other people, even if they have the same symptoms you have. It may harm them.
This leaflet summarizes the most important information about DIOVANHCT. If you would like more information, talk with your doctor. You can ask your doctor or pharmacist for information about DIOVANHCT that is written for health professionals. For more information about DIOVANHCT, go to www.DIOVAN.com or call 1-866-404-6359.
What are the ingredients in DIOVANHCT?
Active ingredients: Valsartan and hydrochlorothiazide
Inactive ingredients: colloidal silicon dioxide, crospovidone, hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, iron oxides, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, polyethylene glycol, talc, and titanium dioxide.
What is high blood pressure (hypertension)?
Blood pressure is the force in your blood vessels when your heart beats and when your heart rests. You have high blood pressure when the force is too much. DIOVANHCT can help your blood vessels relax and reduce the amount of water in your body so your blood pressure is lower. Medicines that lower blood pressure lower your risk of having a stroke or heart attack.
High blood pressure makes the heart work harder to pump blood throughout the body and causes damage to the blood vessels. If high blood pressure is not treated, it can lead to stroke, heart attack, heart failure, kidney failure, and vision problems.
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