Valsartan
Common brand names:
DiovanValsartan is an angiotensin II receptor antagonist used to treat high blood pressure.
Summary of Interactions with Vitamins, Herbs, & Foods
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Negative Interactions
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Potential Negative Interaction
Valsartan
Potassium
Angiotensin receptor blocker drugs such as valsartan have caused significant increases in blood potassium levels. Potassium supplements, potassium-containing salt substitutes (No Salt, Morton Salt Substitute, and others), and even high-potassium foods (including Noni juice) should be avoided by those taking valsartan, unless directed otherwise by their doctor.PotassiumValsartan- Park IW, Sheen SS, Yoon D, et al et al. Onset time of hyperkalaemia after angiotensin receptor blocker initiation: when should we start serum potassium monitoring? J Clin Pharm Ther 2014;39:61–8
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