How to Pronounce Valsartan (Diovan)
val-SAR-tan
IPA: /væl.ˈsær.tæn/
Brand name: Diovan
val
SAR
tan
Valsartan is pronounced val-SAR-tan
How do you pronounce Valsartan?
Valsartan is pronounced “val-SAR-tan”. It has 3 syllables: val ‑ sar ‑ tan. The stress falls on the second syllable, “sar”.
How many syllables are in Valsartan?
Valsartan has 3 syllables: val ‑ sar ‑ tan.
What does Valsartan mean?
Valsartan is an angiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB) used for hypertension, heart failure, and post-myocardial infarction. It selectively blocks AT1 receptors without affecting bradykinin metabolism.
Word Parts
prefix
val-
valine-derived (prodrug)
suffix
-sartan
angiotensin II receptor blocker
Common Mispronunciations
Stress falls on syllable 2 (SAR) — avoid placing stress on the first syllable
Where You'll Encounter This
HTN, HF, ACE-I alternative when cough occurs. Alternative to ACE inhibitors when cough occurs. Used for hypertension and heart failure.
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