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.
A: Diovan (valsartan) is used to treat high blood pressure. Some of its more common side effects are dizziness, low blood pressure, headache, diarrhea, joint pain, fatigue, abdominal pain, back pain, high potassium, and cough.: Diovan (valsartan) is an angiotensin II receptor blocker used to treat high blood pressure and other heart conditions. The most common side effects with Diovan are dizziness, and increased kidney function blood tests. Other side effects with Diovan include hepatitis (inflammation of the liver).