Product Information
Drug name: Entresto
Generic name: Sacubitril/Valsartan
Strengths: 24/26mg, 49/51mg, 97/103mg
Formulation: Film Coated Tablet
Entresto Heart Failure
Adults with chronic heart failure are prescribed this medication. This medication can help reduce the need for hospitalization if symptoms worsen, as well as the risk of death from heart failure.
Heart failure occurs when your heart becomes weak and is unable to pump enough blood to the rest of your body.
Entresto Drug Class
This medication contains a combination of two drugs:
1. Sacubitril
2. Valsartan
Sacubitril is an antihypertensive drug. It works by boosting the amounts of specific proteins in the body that help blood arteries expand. By lowering salt levels, this aids in the reduction of blood pressure.
Valsartan belongs to a class of medications called angiotensin II receptor blockers (ARB). Valsartan reduces blood pressure and increases blood flow by preventing blood vessels from constricting.
Entresto dose
Entresto comes in three strengths:
- 24/26 mg: 24 mg of sacubitril with 26 mg of valsartan
- 49/51 mg: 49 mg of sacubitril with 51 mg of valsartan
- 97/103 mg: 97 mg of sacubitril with 103 mg of valsartan
The pills in Entresto are designed to be swallowed. If you can’t take the tablets, your pharmacist can smash them and combine them with a liquid to drink. An oral suspension is the name for this type of medication.
Your doctor’s Entresto dose for you will be determined by a number of factors. These are some of them:
- The severity and types of your condition
- Age and weight
- Form of Entresto you are given
- Past and current medical conditions
Your doctor will usually start you on a modest dose. Then they’ll tweak it over time to find the optimum quantity for you. In the end, your doctor will prescribe the smallest dose that produces the desired effect.
Make careful to follow your doctor’s instructions about dosage. The dosage you should take will be determined by your doctor.
Entresto Side Effects
Common:
- Cough
- Dizziness
- Abdominal pain
- Irregular heartbeat
- Nausea and vomiting
- Numbness
Serious:
- Kidney problems
- High potassium levels
- Severe allergic reaction
- Hypotension
- Fetal toxicity
This drug might cause serious adverse effects. If you have any significant side effects, contact your doctor immediately, or dial 911 or your local emergency number.
These aren’t the only adverse effects that come with it. Other, perhaps more rare side effects should be discussed with your doctor and pharmacist. Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor about any allergies you have, medications you are taking, and any previous medical history you have.
Entresto and Weight Gain
Weight gain was not observed in Entresto’s clinical trials. However, weight fluctuations are typical with heart failure. Speak with your doctor if you observe any abrupt changes in your weight.
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