Diovan
160 mg · Tablet
- Prescription only
- Angiotensin 2 Receptor Blocker
- Active substance
- Valsartan
- Made by
- Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
- Source
- Official label
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What it is for
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How it works
From the US prescribing label for the same active substance (Valsartan). It describes the substance, not this exact product.
Angiotensin II is formed from angiotensin I in a reaction catalyzed by angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE, kininase II).
Angiotensin II is the principal pressor agent of the renin-angiotensin system, with effects that include vasoconstriction, stimulation of synthesis and release of aldosterone, cardiac stimulation, and renal reabsorption of sodium.
In vitro metabolism studies involving recombinant CYP 450 enzymes indicated that the CYP 2C9 isoenzyme is responsible for the formation of valeryl-4-hydroxy valsartan.
Effect of Food With the tablet, food decreases the exposure (as measured by AUC) to valsartan by about 40% and peak plasma concentration (C max ) by about 50%.
Quoted from the prescribing label, sections “Mechanism of Action” and “Pharmacokinetics”. DailyMed · 2026-06-25
Safety of the active substance
From the US prescribing label for the same active substance (Valsartan). It describes the substance, not this exact product.
WARNING: FETAL TOXICITY.
- Do not use in patients with known hypersensitivity to any component.
- Do not coadminister aliskiren with valsartan tablets in patients with diabetes [see Drug Interactions ( 7.3 )].
- Known hypersensitivity to any component.
The most common reasons for discontinuation of therapy with valsartan were headache and dizziness.
Quoted from the US prescribing label for the same active substance. Your own pack’s leaflet is the authority for your product. DailyMed
Same active substance, strength and form in other countries
Matched on active substance, strength and kind of form only. This is not a statement that the products are equivalent or interchangeable: other ingredients, release and approved uses can differ — ask a pharmacist before swapping.
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Canada9 matching products
Netherlands11 matching products
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Details
| Made by | Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation |
|---|---|
| Active substance | Valsartan |
| Used in | Heart, blood pressure and circulation |
| Strength | 160 mg |
| Form | Tablet |
| Route | Oral |
| Packs | 90 TABLET in 1 BOTTLE |
| NDC | 0078-0359 |
| NDC | 0078-1252 |
Source: NDC Directory · 2026-09-13 · not reviewed by a clinician
Source: US Food and Drug Administration, NDC Directory. Reuse terms: US government work (FDA).
Other strengths and forms
4 products are sold under this name. Grouped by form; a number on a strength means several companies make it.
Same active substance
These contain the same substance. That does not mean one can replace another — ask a pharmacist.