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Entresto contains a combination of sacubitril and valsartan. Sacubitril is a blood pressure medicine. It works by increasing the levels of certain proteins in the body that can dilate (widen) blood vessels. This helps lower blood pressure by reducing sodium levels.
Valsartan is an angiotensin II receptor blocker (sometimes called an ARB). Valsartan keeps blood vessels from narrowing, which lowers blood pressure and improves blood flow.
Entresto is used in certain people with chronic heart failure. This medicine helps lower the risk of needing to be hospitalized when symptoms get worse, and helps lower the risk of death from heart failure.
Entresto is usually given together with other blood pressure medications.
Do not use Entresto if you are pregnant. Stop using and tell your doctor right away if you become pregnant. Entresto can cause injury or death to the unborn baby if you take the medicine during your second or third trimester.
If you have diabetes, do not use Entresto together with any medication that contains aliskiren (Tekturna, Tekamlo).
You should not use Entresto if you are allergic to sacubitril or valsartan (Diovan), or if you have ever had a severe allergic reaction to a blood pressure medication such as:
an ACE inhibitor - benazepril, captopril, enalapril, fosinopril, lisinopril, moexipril, perindopril, quinapril, ramipril, trandolapril (Lotensin, Vasotec, Prinivil, Accupril, Mavik, and others); or
an ARB - azilsartan, candesartan, eprosartan, irbesartan, losartan, olmesartan, telmisartan, valsartan (Atacand, Avapro, Benicar, Diovan, Edarbi, Micardis, Teveten, and others).
You should not take Entresto within 36 hours before or after you have taken any ACE inhibitor medication.
If you have diabetes, do not use Entresto together with any medication that contains aliskiren such as Tekturna or Tekamlo.
You may also need to avoid taking Entresto with aliskiren if you have kidney disease.
To make sure Entresto is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have ever had:
liver disease;
diabetes;
hereditary angioedema;
if you are on a low-salt-diet; or
if you are dehydrated.
Do not use Entresto if you are pregnant. Stop using and tell your doctor right away if you become pregnant. Entresto can cause injury or death to the unborn baby if you take the medicine during your second or third trimester. Use effective birth control.
It is not known whether sacubitril and valsartan passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. You should not breast-feed while using Entresto.
Take Entresto exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Follow all directions on your prescription label. Your doctor may occasionally change your dose to make sure you get the best results. Do not take this medicine in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
You may take Entresto with or without food. Take the medicine at the same time each day.
Your blood pressure will need to be checked often. Your kidney function may also need to be checked.
Store Entresto in the original container at room temperature away from moisture and heat.
Read all patient information, medication guides, and instruction sheets provided to you. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions.
Usual Adult Dose for Congestive Heart Failure:
Initial dose: Sacubitril 49 mg-Valsartan 51 mg orally twice a day
Maintenance dose: Sacubitril 97 mg-Valsartan 103 mg orally twice a day
Comments:
-Increase to the target maintenance dose (sacubitril 97 mg-valsartan 103 mg twice daily) after 2 to 4 weeks, as tolerated.
-A starting dose of sacubitril 24 mg-valsartan 26 mg twice a day is recommended for patients not currently taking an angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor or an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB) and for patients previously taking low doses of these agents. Double the dose every 2 to 4 weeks to the target maintenance dose (sacubitril 97 mg-valsartan 103 mg twice daily), as tolerated.
Use: To reduce the risk of cardiovascular death and hospitalization for heart failure in patients with chronic New York Heart Association (NYHA) Class II to IV heart failure and reduced ejection fraction; usually administered in conjunction with other heart failure therapies or in place of an ACE inhibitor or other ARB.
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.
Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222.
Avoid getting up too fast from a sitting or lying position, or you may feel dizzy. Get up slowly and steady yourself to prevent a fall.
Do not use potassium supplements or salt substitutes while you are taking Entresto, unless your doctor has told you to.
Drinking alcohol can further lower your blood pressure and may increase certain side effects of Entresto.
Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction to Entresto: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat. You may be more likely to have an allergic reaction if you are African-American.
Also call your doctor at once if you have:
a light-headed feeling, like you might pass out;
extreme tiredness;
high potassium - slow heart rate, weak pulse, muscle weakness, tingly feeling; or
kidney problems - little or no urinating, painful or difficult urination, swelling in your feet or ankles, feeling tired or short of breath.
Common Entresto side effects may include:
dizziness; or
cough.
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
Tell your doctor about all your current medicines and any you start or stop using, especially:
aliskiren;
lithium;
any other heart or blood pressure medicines;
a diuretic or "water pill";
medicine or mineral supplements that contain potassium; or
NSAIDs (nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) - aspirin, ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin), naproxen (Aleve), celecoxib, diclofenac, indomethacin, meloxicam, and others.
This list is not complete. Other drugs may interact with sacubitril and valsartan, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Not all possible interactions are listed in this medication guide.
Remember, keep this and all other medicines out of the reach of children, never share your medicines with others, and use Entresto only for the indication prescribed.
Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.
Medically reviewed by USARx EDITORIAL TEAM Last updated on 1/1/2020.
Source: Drugs.com Entresto (www.drugs.com/entresto.html).
Note: This document contains side effect information about sacubitril / valsartan. Some of the dosage forms listed on this page may not apply to the brand name Entresto.
Common side effects of Entresto include: hyperkalemia, hypotension, and increased serum creatinine. Other side effects include: acute renal failure, and renal failure syndrome. See below for a comprehensive list of adverse effects.
Applies to sacubitril / valsartan: oral tablet
Oral route (Tablet)
Drugs that act directly on the renin-angiotensin system may cause fetal injury or death. Discontinue use immediately if pregnancy is detected.
Along with its needed effects, sacubitril/valsartan may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.
Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur while taking sacubitril / valsartan:
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Less common
Rare
Some side effects of sacubitril / valsartan may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects. Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:
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Applies to sacubitril / valsartan: oral tablet
The most common adverse reactions were hypotension, hyperkalemia, cough, dizziness, and renal failure.
Very common (10% or more): Hypotension (18%)
Common (1% to 10%): Orthostasis
Very common (10% or more): Potassium greater than 5.5 mEq/L (16%), hyperkalemia (12%)
Very common (10% or more): Serum creatinine increased greater than 50% (16%)
Common (1% to 10%): Renal failure/acute renal failure
Common (1% to 10%): Cough
Common (1% to 10%): Dizziness
Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Angioedema
Postmarketing reports: Rash, pruritus
The incidence of angioedema was 2.4% in Black patients.
Common (1% to 10%): Hemoglobin/hematocrit decreased greater than 20%
Common (1% to 10%): Falls
Postmarketing reports: Hypersensitivity, anaphylactic reaction
Medically reviewed by USARx EDITORIAL TEAM Last updated on 1/1/2020.
Source: Drugs.com Entresto (www.drugs.com/entresto.html).
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