Valsartan Tablets, Brand Name : Velexia-160 for Heart Failure

Based on the information available, here is the description of Velexia-160 tablets:

Active Ingredient and Strength:

• Active Ingredient:Valsartan (as Valsartan Potassium)

   

   

• Strength:160 mg

   

   

Drug Class:

• Valsartan belongs to a class of medications called Angiotensin II Receptor Blockers (ARBs).

   

   

Therapeutic Action (How it Works):

• Valsartan works by blocking the action of Angiotensin II, a chemical in the body that causes blood vessels to narrow.By blocking this action, the blood vessels relax and widen, which lowers blood pressure and allows blood to flow more smoothly.This reduces the workload on the heart.

   
   
   

   

Primary Uses (Indications):

Velexia-160 (Valsartan) is primarily used for the management and treatment of:

1. Hypertension (High Blood Pressure): Lowering blood pressure helps reduce the risk of future problems like stroke and heart attack.

    

    

2. Heart Failure: It helps manage heart failure by easing the heart's workload and improving heart function.

    

    

3. Post-Myocardial Infarction (Post-Heart Attack): It is used to improve survival and reduce the risk of complications after a heart attack.

    

    

Important Note:

• Velexia-160 is a prescription-only medication.

   

   

• Like all prescription drugs, it should be taken exactly as prescribed by a healthcare professional. You should not stop taking it suddenly without consulting your doctor.