HealthAugust 14, 2026

valsartan

val-SAR-tan

Definition

A specific type of pharmaceutical drug classified as an angiotensin receptor blocker, used to treat high blood pressure.

Etymology

Valsartan is a modern coinage created by pharmaceutical companies, derived from standard medicinal nomenclature patterns that identify the drug's chemical structure and pharmacological function.

In the news

The article mentions valsartan as an example of the class of drugs developed following Dr. Goodfriend's scientific discovery, highlighting his major contribution to global medicine.

Theodore Goodfriend Obituary (2026) - Cleveland, OH - St. Louis Post-Dispatch

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