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Entresto

Sacubitril · Valsartan

Formulated to alleviate cardiac workload to support ventricular recovery and target neurohormonal pathways.

Active ingredients
Sacubitril · Valsartan
Route
Oral use
Form
Tablet
Strengths
24mg + 26mg

You will receive a quality generic equivalent of Entresto, depending on stock.

Prescription and consultation requirements for Entresto vary by destination and are determined by the fulfilment partner.

Entresto details

Condition
Heart Failure
Alternative names
sacubitril, valsartan
Therapeutic class
Neprilysin Inhibitor, Angiotensin II Receptor Antagonist Combination
Pharmacological class
Angiotensin Receptor-Neprilysin Inhibitor (ARNI)
Contraindications
history of angioedema; concurrent use of ACE inhibitors; pregnancy
Minor side effects
dizziness; cough; headache
Moderate side effects
hyperkalaemia; hypotension; renal impairment
Serious side effects
angioedema, requires immediate medical attention
Dosage forms
Tablet
Administration route
Oral use
Supply category
Prescription-only medicine (POM)
Originator
Novartis
Onset Time
1–2 hours
Duration
12 hours
Storage instructions
Store below 25°C.
Drug interactions
ACE Inhibitors; Lithium; Potassium Supplements
Age restrictions
Approved for paediatric and adult patients.
Patient summary

formulated to alleviate cardiac workload to support ventricular recovery and target neurohormonal pathways.

Mechanism of action

Sacubitril blocks neprilysin to raise vasoprotective peptides while valsartan blocks vasoconstricting AT1 receptors.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

TGA Category D: High risk of fetal toxicity and death. Contraindicated in pregnancy. Breastfeeding: Not recommended.

What you will receive

Entresto is the originator brand name, made by Novartis. We use it to identify the medicine and are not affiliated with Novartis.

  • The fulfilment partner confirms whether the exact brand or an equivalent containing Sacubitril / Valsartan is offered.
  • The offered brand, manufacturer and dispatch location depend on the product, destination and partner warehouse.
  • Check the final product details at checkout before confirming an order.

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