Valturna

Active Ingredient(s): Aliskiren + Valsartan
FDA Approved: * September 16, 2009
Pharm Company: * NOVARTIS PHARMS
Category: Blood Pressure

* This drug may consist of multiple approval dates, manufacturers, or distributors. If applicable, they would be listed below under "NDC Database Records".



Valturna Overview

Aliskiren (brand names Tekturna and Rasilez) is the first in a class of drugs called direct renin inhibitors. It is used for essential (primary) hypertension.[1] While used for high blood pressure, other better studied medications are typically recommended due to concerns of higher side effects and less evidence of benefit.[2] In December 2011, Novartis halted a trial of the drug after discovering increased nonfatal stroke, kidney complications, high blood pota...

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peach color ## what are the side effects of metoprold and what is it used for? ## I am currently using valturna blood pressure medicine dosage 300/325 mg, bp readings in the 110/119 over 60/70 range. Is it safe to take metoprold with this bp medicine ## Metoprolol is most commonly used to treat high blood pressure, and certain cardiac conditions. Its typical side effects may include nausea, dizziness, increased urination, and hypotension. Carrie, has your doctor instructed you to add Metoprolol? Sometimes multiple medications are require to help someone get their blood pressure under control, but your readings are pretty good. Is Valturna the only medication you are currently taking?

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Possible Dosages for this and Related Drugs:

Aliskiren + Valsartan
  • Tablet: 150mg + 160mg, 150mg/160mg, 300mg + 320mg, 300mg/320mg
Note: Above list includes dosages for all drugs with the same combination of active ingredients.

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