Exforge 5/160mg (Amlodipine Besilate, Valsartan)

Adult dose

The recommended dosage of this medication is 1 tablet once daily, to be taken with water regardless of meals. It is advisable to take it at the same time each day (e.g., morning). If blood pressure is not controlled, consideration can be given to using the 5/80mg dosage for patients whose blood pressure remains uncontrolled with monotherapy using 5mg amlodipine or 80mg valsartan. Separate monotherapy dosages include 5mg amlodipine or 160mg valsartan.

Child dose

Safety and efficacy in pediatric patients under 18 years of age have not been established; therefore, the use of this medication is not recommended.

This medication can cause serious harm to the fetus and newborn if taken during the second and third trimesters of pregnancy; therefore, use should be discontinued immediately if pregnancy is confirmed. Patients with allergies to any of the active ingredients or related medications, pregnant or breastfeeding women, and those with severe renal or liver dysfunction should not use this medication. Patients with low sodium or fluid levels in the body should carefully check their condition before taking this medication, and during use, blood pressure and condition should be monitored closely. Patients with high potassium levels should frequently check their potassium levels when taking this medication with potassium-increasing medications. Patients with kidney problems or those who have received a kidney transplant should closely monitor kidney function when taking this medication, and should discontinue use immediately if symptoms of angioedema appear. Patients recovering from heart failure or myocardial infarction should carefully monitor changes in kidney function while taking this medication and be prepared for potential heart failure worsening. This medication lowers blood pressure, so an overdose can lead to dizziness or severe hypotension, which may require immediate medical attention. Dizziness or fatigue may occur while driving or operating machinery, so caution is advised. There may be interactions if taken with other medications, especially potassium supplements, diuretics, and anti-inflammatory drugs, so it is advisable to consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking them together. It is safest for women who are pregnant or planning to become pregnant, as well as breastfeeding women, to avoid using this medication. This medication is not recommended for children under 18 years of age, as its safety and efficacy have not been adequately established.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (angioedema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe rash with high fever, blisters, peeling skin, oral/eye mucosal pain, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attack, respiratory distress with cough and fever, jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes), profound fatigue, sudden and severe headache, thunderclap headache, seizures, confusion, visual disturbances, paralysis

Mild side effects

• Headache
• dizziness
• drowsiness
• paresthesia
• vertigo
• tinnitus
• tachycardia
• palpitations
• syncope
• orthostatic hypotension

This medication should be stored in a closed container to protect it from air and moisture. It is recommended to maintain storage temperature between 1 degree Celsius and 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

Dark yellow oval film-coated tablet

Package unit

28 tablets (14 tablets/PTP packaging X 2), 28 tablets (7 tablets/PTP packaging X 4)