The difference between timosartan and valsartan mainly lies in the specifications, indications, contraindications and adverse reactions, etc., the specific use of drugs must follow the doctor’s instructions.
1. Drug specifications: the common specifications of timosartan are 40mg or 80mg per capsule; valsartan is mostly 80mg or 160mg per capsule.
2. Indications: Timosartan is suitable for the treatment of essential hypertension in adults, and can also be used to reduce the risk of cardiovascular events in people over 55 years of age who are unable to receive angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors (e.g., captopril, etc.), while valsartan is only suitable for the treatment of mild to moderate essential hypertension.
3. Contraindications: Timosartan is contraindicated in people who are allergic to this drug, middle and late pregnant women, people with severe hepatic impairment, and people with biliary tract obstructive disease; valsartan is contraindicated in people who are allergic to it, pregnant and lactating women, and people with severe renal impairment.
4. Adverse reactions: Timosartan’s adverse reactions are common abdominal pain, diarrhea, dizziness, etc.; valsartan’s adverse reactions are more headache, cough, fatigue, etc..
In summary, those who have the need to use timosartan or valsartan must choose and standardize the use of drugs under the guidance of a doctor, and must not blindly take drugs or increase or decrease the dosage on their own, so as not to cause adverse consequences.