Diovan
· Trade Name
DIOVAN
· Generic Name
Valsartan
· Drug Class
Angiotensin Receptor blocker medication
High Blood Pressure medication
· How It Works
Medication blocks angiotensin receptor, lowering blood pressure
· Serious Side Effects
bone marrow toxicity
fetal damage if taken during pregnancy
kidney damage
kidney failure
liver damage
low blood pressure
muscle damage
tissue swelling
· Common Side Effects
back pain
diarrhea
dizziness
fatigue
stomachache
Posted on April 13, 2009
