RUDN Journal of Medicine (Sep 2010)
Angiotensin II receptor antagonist valsartan in treatment of patients with arterial hypertension and chronic kidney diseases. Hypotensive and nephroprotective efficacy
Abstract
Angiotensin II receptor blockers are highly effective and safe drugs that reduce the activity of RAAS. Valsartan is a quality, efficient antihypertensive drug with good tolerability. The effectiveness of valsartan is a combination of hemodynamic, neurohumoral, and metabolic effects, providing a positive outlook and steadfast nephroprotective. Combining a good tolerability, ease of use and lack of significant side effects, valsartan can rightly be considered the drug of first choice for treating such patients.