Diovan Tablets and Pulmozyme

• Generic Name: valsartan
• Dosage Forms: Capsules, tablet
• Other Brand Names: Diovan

Diovan (valsartan) is an type of blood pressure medication called an ARB (angiotensin II receptor antagonist). Diovan keeps blood vessels from narrowing, which lowers blood pressure and improves blood flow.

Diovan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) in adults and children who are at least 6 years old. It is sometimes given together with other blood pressure medications.

Diovan is also used in adults to treat heart failure, and to lower the risk of death after a heart attack.

• Generic Name: dornase alfa
• Dosage Forms: inhalation solution
• Other Brand Names: Pulmozyme

Pulmozyme is a synthetic protein that breaks down excess DNA in the pulmonary secretions of people with cystic fibrosis.

Pulmozyme is used to improve lung function in people with cystic fibrosis by thinning pulmonary secretions and reducing the risk of respiratory tract infections.

Pulmozyme may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.