Valsartan and Hydrochlorothiazide (Systemic)

Brand Names : Diovan HCT

Side Effects of This Medicine

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:

Rare

Itching, pain, redness, or swelling of eye or eyelid, watering of eyes, troubled breathing or wheezing, severe skin rash or hives, and flushing; chills, fever, and sore throat; bloating or pain of the stomach, fever, nausea, and vomiting; fainting; yellow eyes or skin

Symptoms of fluid and electrolyte imbalance

Confusion; convulsions (seizures); dizziness or lightheadedness; diminished urine output; drowsiness or sluggishness; dry mouth; fast heartbeat; muscle cramps or pain; muscle fatigue; nausea and vomiting; restlessness; thirst; weakness

Check with your doctor as soon as possible if any of the following side effects occur:

Less common

Cold or flu-like symptoms; dizziness; fatigue; sore throat, difficulty swallowing, tender or swollen lymph nodes in the neck

Rare

Abdominal pain; rash; sudden occurrence of joint pain, usually in the ankle, knee, or great toe; joint stiffness, or swelling

Other 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. However, check with your doctor if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome:

Less common

Cough; diarrhea (mild); headache

Rare

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