Diovan (160 mg) [Valsartan]

Drug brand Diovan (160 mg) is being manufactured and marketed by Novartis India Ltd. The main active ingredient or salt in this drug is Valsartan. This drug comes in the form of Tablet. The general packing available for this medicine consists of 14 Tablet and is priced at Rs 752.92 (arround $10.54088 US Dollar)

Generic :	Valsartan
Pharma Company :	Novartis India Ltd
Brand Label :	Diovan (160 mg)
Preparation Type :	Tablet
Single Dose :	1 Tablet
Composition :	Valsartan-160 mg
Pack Size/Qty/Vol :	14 Tablet
Price Unit :	Rs 53.78
Price Pack :	Rs 752.92 INR (arround $10.54088 US Dollar)

Drug details for Diovan (160 mg)

Usage: Why is this medication prescribed?

The main active ingredient or salt in Diovan (160 mg) is Valsartan.

Valsartan is used alone or in combination with other medications to treat high blood pressure. It is also used to treat heart failure (condition in which the heart is unable to pump enough blood to the rest of the body) and to improve survival after a heart attack. Valsartan is in a class of medications called angiotensin II receptor antagonists. It works by blocking the action of certain natural substances that tighten the blood vessels, allowing the blood to flow more smoothly and the heart to pump more efficiently.

High blood pressure is a common condition and when not treated, can cause damage to the brain, heart, blood vessels, kidneys and other parts of the body. Damage to these organs may cause heart disease, a heart attack, heart failure, stroke, kidney failure, loss of vision, and other problems. In addition to taking medication, making lifestyle changes will also help to control your blood pressure. These changes include eating a diet that is low in fat and salt, maintaining a healthy weight, exercising at least 30 minutes most days, not smoking, and using alcohol in moderation.

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Generic Drug Substitutes for : Diovan (160 mg)

There are 4 brands listed here as Generic Substitutes for Diovan (160 mg), which have same salt or similar Generic composition (i.e. Valsartan-160 mg).
Please note that one can request a doctor or pharmacist to substitute a generic version of the prescribed drug brand, if any. So far as quality and performance of generic version is concerned, mostly, Generics with the same active ingredient (here i.e. Valsartan-160 mg), are just as appropriate and effective for patient treatment as otherwise, the prescribed branded one

Brand	Price (Rs.)	Brand	Price (Rs.)
Starval (160 mg)	130.00	Valent FC (160 mg)	182.00
Valfect (160 mg)	179.00	Valzaar (160 mg)	178.50

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