On this podcast episode, I discuss valsartan pharmacology, adverse effects, drug interactions, and much more.



Valsartan is a fairly common ARB. I mostly see losartan and valsartan used as the most common ARBs in hypertension management.



Valsartan has a longer half-life than losartan which is why we can often get away with once daily dosing compared to losartan which sometimes requires twice daily.



Hyperkalemia is a major concern with ARBs like valsartan. Trimethoprim and spironolactone are two medications that can increase this risk.