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GENERIC NAME: valsartan Diovan generic
Brand: Diovan
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CLASS DRUG AND MECHANISM: Valsartan is an oral medication that belongs to a class of drugs called angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs). Others include ARBs irbesartan (Avapro), losartan (Cozaar), and candesartan (Atacand). Angiotensin formed in the blood by the action of angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE), a powerful chemical that gives angiotensin receptors in many tissues, but primarily on the smooth muscle cells of blood vessels. Angiotensin commitment to the receptors causes the blood vessels to narrow (vasoconstrict), which leads to an increase in blood pressure (hypertension). Valsartan blocking angiotensin receptor. In blocking angiotensin action, valsartan expands blood vessels and reduces blood pressure. Valsartan was approved by the FDA in December 1996.
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