Valsartan Side Effects by Likelihood and Severity

COMMON side effects


If experienced, these tend to have a Severe expression

  • High Levels Of Potassium In The Blood
  • Low Blood Pressure

If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression

  • An Infection Due To A Virus
  • Backache
  • Diarrhea
  • Dizziness
  • Headache
  • Intense Abdominal Pain
  • Joint Pain
  • Low Energy

INFREQUENT side effects


If experienced, these tend to have a Severe expression

  • Decreased Kidney Function

If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression

  • A Common Cold
  • Cough
  • Nausea
  • Orthostatic Hypotension, A Form Of Low Blood Pressure
  • The Inability To Have An Erection
  • Vomiting

RARE side effects


If experienced, these tend to have a Severe expression

  • A Condition With Muscle Tissue Breakdown Called Rhabdomyolysis
  • A Type Of Allergic Reaction Called Angioedema
  • Abnormal Liver Function Tests
  • Blurred Vision
  • Chest Pain
  • Decreased Blood Platelets
  • Fainting
  • Inflammation Of The Blood Vessels
  • Inflammation Of The Liver Called Hepatitis
  • Inflammation Of The Skin With Blisters
  • Kidney Failure
  • Low Levels Of A Type Of White Blood Cell Called Neutrophils
  • Trouble Breathing

If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression

  • A Feeling Of Pins And Needles On Skin
  • A Skin Rash
  • Anxious Feelings
  • Constipation
  • Cramps
  • Decreased Appetite
  • Difficulty Sleeping
  • Drowsiness
  • Dry Mouth
  • Gas
  • Generalized Weakness
  • Hair Loss
  • Heart Throbbing Or Pounding
  • Indigestion
  • Itching
  • Muscle Pain
  • Sensation Of Spinning Or Whirling
  • Throat Irritation

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