Sacubitril
Sacubitril is combined with valsartan in heart failure medicines. Together they relax blood vessels, reduce fluid build-up and lower strain on the heart.
What Sacubitril Is Used For
- Chronic heart failure with reduced ejection fraction
- Reducing hospital admissions and deaths from heart failure
- Selected patients with heart failure, as decided by a cardiologist
Common Side Effects
- Low blood pressure and dizziness
- High blood potassium
- Cough
- Kidney function changes
Precautions
Sacubitril with valsartan must not be used in pregnancy, or within 36 hours of taking an ACE inhibitor. Tell your doctor if you have ever had angioedema, kidney or liver disease. Your doctor will check blood pressure, kidney function and potassium during treatment.
This page is general information only. It is not a substitute for advice from your doctor or pharmacist, and it does not include dosage. Always follow the directions given to you and read the leaflet inside the pack.
