Why would diovan alleviate sore throat? i have hypertension. also, i have suffered from sore throats all my life. a couple of years ago, diovan was prescribed for the hypertension - the blood pressure went down and the sore throats went away. recently

This : This medication is in the class of drugs called arbs and work in the kidney and lungs. I can't really think of a way it would directly address a sore throat. I realize it works for you so i don't discount what you're telling us. If it a) decreases your blood pressure, b) isn't too expensive for you, c) causes no side effects and d) controls your blood pressure, you should definitely stick with the Diovan (valsartan) if it is the only thing that improves your throat symptoms.

Valsartan: This medication has been recalled because of danger of liver and bowel cancer. Should be discontinued and an appropriate similar drug be used.