1 Inflammation is a complex system by which bacteria-fighting cells of the body are recruited to an area of bacterial infection. 2  Inflammation plays a major role in gingivitis. 3  It is this inflammation of the gums that accounts for most of the symptoms of gingivitis. 4  Bacteria can cause inflammation of the gums.
BRAND NAME: Diovan HCT. DRUG CLASS AND MECHANISM: Valsartan/hydrochlorothiazide is a combination of two medications that is used to treat high blood pressure and congestive heart failure. It belongs to a class of drugs called angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs) which also includes: irbesartan (Avapro), losartan (Cozaar), and.
Valsartan for High Blood Pressure. A blood pressure reading consists of two numbers -- for example: 120/80. The top number is known as the systolic blood pressure and the bottom number is the diastolic blood pressure.