Valsartan Health Dictionary

A group of drugs used in the treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure). They have a similar action to ACE inhibitors but do not cause a dry cough. Examples are losartan and valsartan.... angiotensin ii antagonists

any one of a class of drugs that block the action of the hormone *angiotensin II, which constricts blood vessels; they are therefore useful in treating *hypertension. These drugs include candesartan, irbesartan, losartan, telmisartan, and valsartan. Side-effects are usually mild.... angiotensin ii antagonist