VALZAAR H 160MG TABLET is a combination of Hydrochlorothiazide and Valsartan which belongs to the group of medicines called Antihypertensive agents. It is used to manage hypertension (high blood pressure) when management with single agents is not effective.

Hypertension (also known as high blood pressure) is a medical condition in which the force of the blood exerted against the walls of the artery remains very high, and as a result it may lead to severe damage to the blood vessels supplying several vital organs, such as heart, kidney, or brain. If left unmanageed, it may cause serious complications such as heart attack, heart failure, stroke or even blindness.

By lowering blood pressure, VALZAAR H 160MG TABLET can also reduce the risk of heart attack, (myocardial infarction), kidney failure or stroke.

During management with VALZAAR H 160MG TABLET your doctor will constantly monitor your kidney functions, blood pressure, electrolyte levels and blood sugar levels to avoid the risk of unwanted side effects.

Before taking VALZAAR H 160MG TABLET inform your doctor if you have any heart, liver, or kidney problems. You must also inform your doctor if you have diabetes, high blood cholesterol levels, low blood pressure or are severely dehydrated due to excessive vomiting or diarrhea.

VALZAAR H 160MG TABLET is also not suitable for use in pregnant or breastfeeding women as it may cause serious harm to the growing baby. Stop taking VALZAAR H 160MG TABLET and inform your doctor immediately if you become pregnant while undergoing therapy with VALZAAR H 160MG TABLET.

The most common side effects of taking VALZAAR H 160MG TABLET are low blood pressure, dizziness, low or high blood potassium levels, muscle pain, diarrhoea, dry mouth, erectile dysfunction and increased blood uric acid levels. Contact your doctor if any of these side effect worsens.