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Compare AMLODIPINE VALSARTAN AND HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE (ARB) and VALSARTAN (Valsartan) — clinical data, side effects, and patient experiences.
How it works
12.1 Mechanism of Action The active ingredients of Exforge HCT target 3 separate mechanisms involved in blood pressure regulation. Specifically, amlodipine blocks the contractile e...
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Valsartan, Diovan · ARB
How it works
12.1 Mechanism of Action Angiotensin II is formed from angiotensin I in a reaction catalyzed by angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE, kininase II). Angiotensin II is the principal pr...
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Estimated frequency (%) based on clinical trial data
Based on 17 Reddit discussions
AMLODIPINE VALSARTAN AND HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE
50%
positive
2 threads
VALSARTAN
20%
positive
15 threads
% of discussions mentioning each side effect
2 Reddit threads analysed for AMLODIPINE VALSARTAN AND HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE
Overall Sentiment
Slightly positive
Comparison Threads
0
Avg Post Score
5 upvotes
Most discussed side effects in community
Background: I'm 42 male and into ultra running. During the recent years I have been around the 140/90 limit when it comes to blood pressure. So it was under observation with my GP. Recently it reached 157/105 and time has come to take some pills. I got prescribed Amlodipine (5mg) Valsartan (160mg) H
I'm 6'2, 327lbs and am currently on amlodipine 10mg and valsartan 320mg. They keep my bp around mid 140s/ about 90. Because of this, my cardiologist has also added hydrochlorothiazide 12.5mg to the mix. Haven't picked it up yet, but the addition of the 3rd BP med has me thinking about my upcoming we
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15 Reddit threads analysed for VALSARTAN
Overall Sentiment
Mixed
Comparison Threads
0
Avg Post Score
9 upvotes
Most discussed side effects in community
I think this past year has been the worst year of my life. In January I had a hypertensive crisis and checked into the ER with a BP of 213/110+ I’m pretty sure I was walking around like this for months not knowing it until my body told me something was wrong. Got put on Amlodipine as a first line me
Saw my Dr. on Jan 5 and reviewed my BP trends since October. He agreed to let me stop the drug. I’ll continue to track one because I dropped a load on a smart BP monitor, also to see if I do need to restart down the line. This is really exciting for me, I got more active over the course of 2025 an
I’ve been on a beta blocker since I was 25 (I’m 42 now) and my doc added valsartan about 3 years ago during the pandemic (during which time I was under a lot of stress and drank more alcohol). During the worst of that time I probably drank 10-15 drinks a week. Never been overweight, though, and regu
Started going to a new cardiologist for HBP three years ago. Initially he put me on Valsartan, but switched me to Lorsartan (you know, because of the whole rocket fuel thing). Then put me on a mild dose of HCTZ. Then about three years ago, he put me on carvidelol (the beta blocker). Long story short
Hi all, Writing for support. About 2 months ago I went to an unrelated GP appointment and a routine BP reading was taken. My BP was 180/120, several more were taken and it was still the same. I’m 27 female, 60kg, exercise regularly (mostly weights not cardio). I was quickly seen by a cardiologist an
A while ago I was put on Amlodipin and ended up in the ER after all bowel movements stopped.. according to my Dr, that was a very rare side effect he had personally never heard of. A month ago I was at the Dr office again after a few months without meds and my BP was 160/100. I was put on Valsartan
A few years ago, I went for a checkup during a time of high anxiety, I was even having panic attacks randomly and having insomnia. Obviously the readings were high 145/95 and was prescribed with valsartan. After that I got treatment for anxiety, and feel a lot better but now I am affraid to leave
Hi everybody I have tried all these three Losartan, Valsartan, Amlodipine. They all make me feel dizzy, stressed out, worried and depressed. Have someone had the same issues? Don’t know really what to do. I felt my health has really decreased since started on BP medicines. Thanks to all.God bless e
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Both AMLODIPINE VALSARTAN AND HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE and VALSARTAN belong to the ARB class. While they share a similar mechanism of action, differences in pharmacokinetics, dosing, and side effect profiles may make one more suitable than the other for individual patients.
Both medications are approved for to lower blood pressure. Lowering blood pressure reduces the risk of fatal and nonfatal cardiovascular events. When two drugs treat the same condition, the choice between them often depends on the patient's medical history, other medications, tolerability, and prescriber preference.
AMLODIPINE VALSARTAN AND HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE carries 4 FDA warnings. VALSARTAN carries 4 FDA warnings. Patients should discuss all warnings and contraindications with their healthcare provider before starting or switching medications..
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