Diovan (valsartan)
DIOVAN (valsartan) – an angiotensin II receptor antagonist (ARB)commonly used to treat hypertension or heart failure. Angiotensin II is the principal pressor agent of the renin-angiotensin system, with effects that include vasoconstriction, stimulation of synthesis and release of aldosterone, cardiac stimulation, and renal reabsorption of sodium. Diovan (valsartan) blocks the vasoconstrictor and aldosterone-secreting effects of […]