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Valsartan, sold under the brand name Diovan among others, is a medication used to treat high blood pressure, heart failure, and diabetic kidney disease. [8] It belongs to a class of medications referred to as angiotensin II receptor blockers (ARBs).
Valsartan recall [ edit ] In 2018, valsartan manufactured by the company was voluntarily recalled due to the detection of trace amounts of N -nitrosodiethylamine (NDEA) which is a probable human carcinogen.
Later in 2021 and 2022, several cases of contamination with azido impurities were detected in losartan, irbesartan, and valsartan, prompting regulatory responses ranging from investigation to market withdrawals and precautionary recalls in Australia, [80] Brazil, [81] and Europe (including Switzerland). [82] [83]
Recalls [ edit ] In 2018-2019, Teva Pharmaceuticals USA recalled antihypertensive tablets containing valsartan and losartan due to the detection beyond acceptable limit of N -nitrosodiethylamine (NDEA) and N-Nitroso-N-methyl-4-aminobutyric acid (NMBA), respectively, which are probable human carcinogens.
A drug recall removes a prescription or over-the-counter drug from the market. Drug recalls in the United States are made by the FDA or the creators of the drug when certain criteria are met. When a drug recall is made, the drug is removed from the market and potential legal action can be taken depending on the severity of the drug recall.
In 2018, [22] and 2019, [23] Aurobindo Pharma USA recalled tablets containing valsartan due to the detection of N-Nitrosodiethylamine (NDEA) which is a probable human carcinogen. In November 2019, Aurobindo Pharma USA recalled ranitidine tablets, capsules, and syrup due to the detection of unacceptable levels of N-nitrosodimethylamine (NDMA). [24]
Valsartan/hydrochlorothiazide, sold under the brand name Diovan HCT among others, is a medication used to treat high blood pressure when valsartan is not sufficient. [6] It is a combination of valsartan, an angiotensin receptor blocker with hydrochlorothiazide, a diuretic. [7] It is taken by mouth. [7] Common side effects include dizziness and ...
The Valsartan page is already being vandalized. cf. 'to give cancer after a heart attack' phrase in first para. You might want to lock it down for the time being Johnnyrev ( talk ) 23:40, 16 July 2018 (UTC) [ reply ]