Drug Interactions between Diovan and ramelteon
This report displays the potential drug interactions for the following 2 drugs:
- Diovan (valsartan)
- ramelteon
Interactions between your drugs
No interactions were found between Diovan and ramelteon. However, this does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider.
Diovan
A total of 320 drugs are known to interact with Diovan.
- Diovan is in the drug class angiotensin receptor blockers.
- Diovan is used to treat the following conditions:
ramelteon
A total of 391 drugs are known to interact with ramelteon.
- Ramelteon is in the drug class miscellaneous anxiolytics, sedatives and hypnotics.
- Ramelteon is used to treat Insomnia.
Drug and food interactions
valsartan food
Applies to: Diovan (valsartan)
If you are taking valsartan you should avoid potassium-containing salt substitutes or over-the-counter potassium supplements without first talking to your doctor. This can cause high levels of potassium in your blood. High levels of potassium can cause weakness, irregular heartbeat, confusion, tingling of the extremities, or feelings of heaviness in the legs. Call your doctor at once if you have any of these symptoms.
ramelteon food
Applies to: ramelteon
Taking ramelteon with a high-fat or heavy meal may delay the onset of sleep. For faster sleep onset, ramelteon should not be administered with or immediately after a high-fat or heavy meal. This will make it easier for your body to absorb the medication. Do not drink alcohol while you are taking ramelteon. It can increase some of the side effects including dizziness, drowsiness, and difficulty concentrating. Some people may also experience impairment in thinking and judgment. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions or concerns.
Therapeutic duplication warnings
No warnings were found for your selected drugs.
Therapeutic duplication warnings are only returned when drugs within the same group exceed the recommended therapeutic duplication maximum.
See also
Drug Interaction Classification
Highly clinically significant. Avoid combinations; the risk of the interaction outweighs the benefit. | |
Moderately clinically significant. Usually avoid combinations; use it only under special circumstances. | |
Minimally clinically significant. Minimize risk; assess risk and consider an alternative drug, take steps to circumvent the interaction risk and/or institute a monitoring plan. | |
No interaction information available. |
Further information
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