Valsartan and Hydrochlorothiazide (Oral Route)

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Side Effects

Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.

Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur:

• Cold or flu-like symptoms
• Difficulty with swallowing
• Sore throat
• Tender or swollen lymph nodes in the neck
• Unusual tiredness or weakness

• Bloating or stomach pain
• Blurred vision
• Chills
• Eye pain
• Fainting
• Fever
• Flushing
• Itching, pain, redness, or swelling of the eye or eyelid
• Joint stiffness or swelling, especially if sudden
• Nausea
• Skin rash or hives
• Trouble with breathing or wheezing
• Vomiting
• Watering of the eyes
• Yellow eyes or skin

• Confusion
• Convulsions (seizures)
• Dark urine
• Decreased urine output
• Dizziness
• Drowsiness
• Dry mouth
• Fast or irregular heartbeat
• Large, hive-like swelling on the face, eyelids, lips, tongue, throat, hands, legs, feet, or sex organs
• Light-colored stools
• Lightheadedness
• Muscle cramps or spasms
• Muscle pain or stiffness
• Nervousness
• Numbness or tingling in the hands, feet, or lips
• Thirst
• Weakness or heaviness of the legs

Some side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects. Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:

• Cough
• Diarrhea (mild)
• Headache

• Anxiety
• Increased sensitivity to sunlight
• Increased sweating
• Redness of the face or neck
• Reduced sexual performance or drive

• Hair loss or thinning of the hair

Other side effects not listed may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your healthcare professional.

Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

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