An Introduction to Dosing With Diovan
The dose of
Diovan® (
valsartan) your healthcare provider recommends will vary, depending on a number of factors, including:
- The medical condition being treated
- Your weight (for children)
- Other medical conditions you may have
- Other medications you may be taking
- How you respond to Diovan.
As always, do not adjust this amount unless your healthcare provider specifically tells you to do so.
Diovan Dosage for High Blood Pressure
With each change in dosage, it may take several weeks to see the medication's full effect on
lowering blood pressure. Most people take Diovan 80 mg to 320 mg, either as one daily dose or two smaller doses.
For children ages 6 to 16, the recommended Diovan dosage is based on weight. The recommended starting amount is Diovan 1.3 mg per kg once daily (about 0.6 mg per pound once daily), up to a maximum of 40 mg per day. Your child's healthcare provider may adjust your child's dose as necessary.
Even though Diovan comes only in tablets, your pharmacist can make a liquid form for your child, which may be necessary if your child cannot swallow tablets or if the right dose of Diovan cannot be obtained with the tablets.
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