Diovan Interactions

A few of the drugs that Diovan can potentially interact with include diuretics like hydrochlorothiazide and furosemide, potassium-sparing diuretics like spironolactone and triamterene, and potassium supplements. Diovan drug interactions can decrease your blood pressure too much, cause your body to metabolize the drugs differently than intended, and alter the levels of some drugs in your blood. Be sure to talk with your pharmacist or healthcare provider about Diovan interactions that may apply to you.

 

An Overview of Diovan Drug Interactions

Diovan® (valsartan) can potentially interact with a number of other medications. Some of these Diovan interactions can include:
 

More Detail About Diovan Interactions

 
Diuretics
If you take Diovan with a diuretic, your
 blood pressure may decrease too much. This is more likely to occur when Diovan is first started. In order to decrease the chances of this interaction, your healthcare provider may change the dosages of either medicine, start you on a lower dose of Diovan, and/or monitor you more closely.
 
Potassium Supplements
If you are taking a potassium supplement and Diovan, the levels of potassium in your blood may become too high. This can cause serious problems. Talk with your healthcare provider about using potassium and Diovan together.
 
Potassium-Sparing Diuretics
If you are taking both Diovan and a potassium-sparing diuretic, your body may metabolize them differently than intended and/or increase the levels of potassium in your blood. Your healthcare provider may choose to monitor your progress closely.
 
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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
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