aliskiren/valsartan (Valturna)
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Introduction
Combination of Diovan (valsartan) & Tekturna (aliskiren)
Valturna will probably be removed from the market.
Altitude trial halted early, concluding that aliskiren should not be used in combination with ACE inhibitor or ARB[2] (see aliskiren)
Indications
Adverse effects
Mechanism of action
- valsartan blocks angiotensin 2 receptors
- aliskiren directly inhibits renin
More general terms
Additional terms
Components
References
- ↑ Prescriber's Letter 16(12): 2009 New Combination Product: Aliskiren/Valsartan (Valturna) Detail-Document#: http://prescribersletter.com/(5bhgn1a4ni4cyp2tvybwfh55)/pl/ArticleDD.aspx?li=1&st=1&cs=&s=PRL&pt=3&fpt=25&dd=251207&pb=PRL (subscription needed) http://www.prescribersletter.com
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 Media releases: December 20, 2011 Novartis announces termination of ALTITUDE study with Rasilez/ Tekturna in high-risk patients with diabetes and renal impairment http://www.novartis.com/newsroom/media-releases/en/2011/1572562.shtml