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Starval 80 mg Capsule

Manufactured by: Ranbaxy Laboratories Ltd.
Composition: Valsartan
Prescription Required: Yes
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Description

Starval 80 mg Capsule is used in the treatment of high blood pressure and other heart complications. Proper diet and exercise should be followed along with the treatment to get the best possible result. Do not take this medicine if you have a known allergy to it. This medicine should not be given to children under 6 years of age.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Starval 80 mg Capsule

  • Weakness in arms, hands, legs or feetsevererare
  • Dizzinesssevererare
  • Stomach painsevere
  • Chillssevere
  • Difficult or painful urinationsevere
  • Fast heartbeatsevere
  • Back painsevere
  • Chest tightnesssevererare
  • Nasal congestionsevere
  • Sore throat
  • Acid or sour stomach
  • Heart burn
SEVERE
Contact your doctor immediately if any of these symptoms are experienced on a regular basis.
RARE
Observed in a small fraction of population.
This is not an exhaustive list of side effects. Please inform your doctor if you experience any adverse reaction to the medication.

Highlights

Commonly asked questions for Starval 80 mg Capsule

Onset of action

The amount of time required for this medicine to show its action is about 2 hours.

Duration of effect

The effect of this medicine lasts for an average duration of 24 hours.

Safe with alcohol?

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Is it habit forming?

No habit forming tendency has been reported.

Usage in pregnancy?

This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women due to the increased risk of serious adverse effects on the fetus.

Usage while breast-feeding?

This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women. Your doctor may prescribe an alternative medicine based on your clinical condition.

Substitutes

List of substitutes for Starval 80 mg Capsule

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Starval 80 mg Capsule, and hence can be used as its substitute.

What is it prescribed for?

Uses of Starval 80 mg Capsule

  • Congestive Heart Failure

    Starval 80 mg Capsule is used in the treatment of congestive heart failure to prevent the narrowing of blood vessels and to allow the blood to flow smoothly.

  • Hypertension

    Starval 80 mg Capsule is used in the treatment of hypertension to decrease the blood pressure.

  • Myocardial infarction

    Starval 80 mg Capsule is used in the treatment of myocardial infarction (heart attack) to reduce the risk of further cardiovascular events and death.

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When not to use?

Contraindications of Starval 80 mg Capsule

  • Allergy

    This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to valsartan.

  • Aliskiren

    Coadministration of Aliskiren and Starval 80 mg Capsule is not recommended in the elderly population with diabetes and kidney disease, with CrCl less than 60 ml/min. These patients are at a high risk of serious adverse effects if these medicines are used together.

Dosage

  • Missed Dose

    If a dose of Starval 80 mg Capsule is missed, take the dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost the time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next dose. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one.

  • Overdose

    Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.

Interactions

All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.

Interaction with Alcohol

  • Description

    - Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

  • Instructions

    - Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Interaction with Medicine

Disease interactions

  • Angioedema

    moderate
    This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known history of angioedema due to the increased risk of worsening of the condition. Report any symptoms such as swelling of the face or lips, difficulty swallowing, or difficulty breathing to the doctor immediately. Your doctor may prescribe an alternative medicine based on the clinical condition.

  • Renal impairment

    moderate
    This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known history of renal disease or active renal disease due to the increased risk of serious and life-threatening side effects.

Food interactions

  • It is advised to avoid potassium containing foods and supplements while taking this medicine due to the increased risk of weakness, confusion, irregular heartbeat, etc. Consult the doctor immediately in case of any unusual symptoms. Your dietitian/doctor may suggest appropriate changes in your diet based on your clinical condition.

Lab interactions

  • Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.

General Instructions

Take Starval 80 mg Capsule with or without food. Do not take in larger amounts than advised. Inform the doctor if you experience any undesirable effects.

Warnings

Warnings for special population

  • Pregnancy

    - This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women due to the increased risk of serious adverse effects on the fetus.

  • Breast-feeding

    - This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women. Your doctor may prescribe an alternative medicine based on your clinical condition.

General warnings

  • Hypotension

    - Symptomatic hypotension may occur in patients with volume depletion or patients who are treated with high doses of diuretics. It is advised to correct the condition before starting Starval 80 mg Capsule or to start the treatment at reduced doses.

  • Hyperkalemia

    - Starval 80 mg Capsule may cause hyperkalemia, a condition with an increase in the potassium levels in the blood. Close monitoring of potassium levels and kidney functions is recommended. This medicine should be used with caution in patients with frequent use of potassium-sparing diuretics or potassium supplements and in patients with impaired kidney function. Any unusual symptoms should be reported to the doctor on priority.

  • Impaired liver function

    - Starval 80 mg Capsule is not recommended for use in patients with severe liver failure.

  • Pediatric population

    - The safety and efficacy of this medicine have not been established in children under the age of 6 years.

Other details

  • Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor
  • To be taken as instructed by doctor
  • May cause sleepiness

How it works

This medicine works by preventing the narrowing of blood vessels and promoting a smooth blood flow.

Legal Status

Approved
Approved
Approved
Approved

Classification

Category
Angiotensin receptor blockers
Schedule
Schedule H

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