Get Informed: Diovan HCT

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Patient Comments about
Diovan HCT

Active Ingredient(s)

Hydrochlorothiazide with Valsartan

What does it do?

Diovan HCT

This product is used in the treatment of high blood pressure. It contains a diuretic (hydrochlorothiazide) and an angiotensin receptor blocker (valsartan).

Last Text Update:
 2009-Nov-21 5:18 AM
Last Data Update:
 2009-Nov-20 6:53 PM

Other Names

  • Diovan HCT

How Safe Is It?

Your Risk Rating
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Average Risk Rating
2: General
Pregnancy Category:
D

Black Box Warning

This product has a black box warning relating to its risk of fetal death.

Facts & Figures

Date Approved
06 Mar 1998
Est US Patients*
1,624,000
Generic Available
No
OTC Available
No

User Age Distribution*

6

< 21

15

21-39

36

40-59

43

60+

Age (Years)

* Estimated number of US people currently taking Diovan HCT or its active ingredient based on population adjusted patient numbers registered with iGuard.org.

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Recent alerts for Diovan HCT

There have been no alerts regarding Diovan HCT during the past year.

Diovan HCT Safety Report

2: General

The iGuard risk rating for Diovan HCT is blue. It means that Diovan HCT normally has a low risk of serious or long-term side effects if used under normal medical supervision.

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What is Diovan HCT used for?

iGuard.org is currently tracking more than 9,500 patients that use Diovan HCT (or similar drugs with the same active ingredient(s)). Use the table below to learn why iGuard users take this product; click on any underlined condition to get information on other medications used for treatment.

Disease / Condition % Average Severity
High Blood Pressure 97% 5
Other 3% 5

How well does Diovan HCT work?

iGuard.org regularly polls our more than 9,500 users taking Diovan HCT (or similar drugs with the same active ingredient(s)) using the Treatment Satisfaction Questionnaire for Medications (TSQM) . This feedback is continuously updated in tables below for the benefit of the iGuard community. To request scores for specific patient subgroups, please contact research@iguard.org.

Average Satisfaction Score

(out of 10)

Average Effectiveness Score

(out of 10)

74 75
91%
of patients are confident that the good things about Diovan HCT outweigh the bad things.
16%
of patients wish they were told more before they started taking Diovan HCT.

Common Side Effects of Diovan HCT

iGuard.org regularly polls our more than 9,500 users taking Diovan HCT (or similar drugs with the same active ingredient(s)) to monitor the development and frequency of side-effects. This feedback is continuously updated in tables and graphs below for the benefit of the iGuard community.

20%

20% of patients experience side-effects on Diovan HCT

1%

1% of patients experience signifcant side-effects on Diovan HCT


Most Common Side Effects...

  • 5% Fatigue
  • 5% Bladder/Urinary Problems
  • 5% Sexual Problems
  • = 10%

Less than 1%: Bloating/Gas, Bone/Joint Pain, Dizziness, Dryness, Electrolyte Problems, Elevated Glucose, Frequent Urination, Loose Stool, Low Blood Pressure, Muscle Pain, Weakness


Global Patient Feedback for Diovan HCT (Hydrochlorothiazide with Valsartan) ( Post a comment )

Comments, Questions, and Answers
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Question/Comment:

Diovan HCT has worked well for me in lowering my blood pressure I was taking diovan hct 320/12.5 for 1yr, when I went to the doctor this week my bp was 112/70. I told her when i take it at home it will sometimes be 99/60. The doctor reduced my dosage to 160/12.5 and told me come back in 3 weeks. Hopefully I can remain at this dosage. Today's reading was 115/68 with the reduced dosage. Also my energy level has perked up.

52 year old Male

Posted: 2009-10-11 18:29:00

Question/Comment:

I have been taking Diovan/HCT for about 2 years now. I do have the side effect of tiredness. But I have tried several other HBP meds which gave me unbearable side effects; One caused me to have vertigo issues. All in all, I have learned that taking care of myself with a healthy diet, a fitness routine, and ensuring I get a good nights rest makes everything work together for the better of me!

51 year old Female

Posted: 2009-08-01 17:13:30

Answer/Reply:

are still taking diovan/hct? i been taking it for a long x to but i dont have
any side of effect.

55 year old Female

Posted: 2009-08-18 15:27:14

Answer/Reply:

I take the same med and I feel great my b/p stay around 119/77







56yr old blk male working in Afghanistan!!!!!!!!!!!!!

56 year old Male

Posted: 2009-08-19 00:21:15

Answer/Reply:

I have been taken Diovan/HCT for the last 3 yrs ,Sleep like a baby but, I have from time to time expreienceing some urinary problem but did not tell my Doctor because after a few days it goes a way.What do you think?

70 year old Female

Posted: 2009-08-23 07:22:19

iGuard.org Answer/Reply:

It is best for you to talk to your doctor about the urinary problems that you are having. There are many different types of urinary problems and several things that cause these problems. Your doctor can evaluate your symptoms, your medical history and your medication list to determine what is causing your urinary problems and the best way to treat your symptoms.

Posted: 2009-08-23 17:19:56

Question/Comment:

I have taken Diovan HCT for about 3 years now. I was on 160/ 12.5 it was the only one that lowered my blood pressure I had tried several different ones for months until Diovan. After a few years my blood pressure was too low so they cut the dose to 80 and removed the HCT. I swelled up like no tommorrow. My feet and ankles where painfully swullen when we where walking around Sturgis. (I didn't look very cool) They put me back on the HCT and it went back to normal. That is the only side effect of not taking them.

35 year old Female

Posted: 2009-06-15 14:47:16

Question/Comment:

I HAVE BEEN ON DIOVAN 160/25 FOR SEVERAL YEARS. IT SEEMS TO WORK WELL. I SEEM TO GET A LOT OF COLDS, BUT I DO TAKE A LOT OF MEDS I AM DIABETIC AND HAVE HYPOTHYROIDISM TOO.

51 year old Female

Posted: 2009-04-02 12:37:56

Answer/Reply:

My doctor told me that some people blood pressure runs higher than others and this is normal;

How so you feel about this statement?

50 year old Female

Posted: 2009-04-20 22:38:38

Answer/Reply:

I'm 57; have had very few problems, thank God; Diovan HCT is the only prescription I use. It seems to work well as far as controlling Blood pressure; at times I feel so tired though, wonder if maybe its side effects could cause this. I use to be full of energy - I just thought maybe it was my age kicking in. :) Let me know if anyone has had fatigue while taking this medication. Thanks

58 year old Female

Posted: 2009-04-21 20:38:59

Answer/Reply:

I'm 52 and have been on Diovan for 6 years with "Chronic Fatigue" to the point I go to bed tired and wake up tired. Don't know what to do. My doctor tells me exercising may help, I wish I had the energy. Have you heard that prolong use can cause kidney problems. Do your doctor do lab test to check kidney functions?

53 year old Female

Posted: 2009-08-10 17:47:24

iGuard.org Answer/Reply:

Approximately 5% of patients taking Diovan reported fatigue as a side effect. The fatigue intensity can vary depending on the dose, the patient's overall health condition as well as many other factors. If you are concerned about kidney function, there are blood tests that can indicate if you are experiencing poor kidney function or loss of kidney clearance. Kidney function can be impacted by many different factors including age as well as overall health. You should speak to your doctor about your symptoms and concerns. You should also ask your doctor for advice on what level of exercise is recommended and safe. Typically exercise can produce many beneficial outcomes for your health.

Posted: 2009-08-11 21:56:43

Question/Comment:

i have been taking this drug for 2 years . it is the only one to give me the numbers that my doctor feels indicate that my B/P is truely under control. I have had zero side effects.

50 year old Female

Posted: 2009-03-17 18:34:24

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