Hyden Plus Tablet 80/12.5 mg

Adult dose

The recommended dose for adults is 1 tablet containing 80 mg of valsartan and 12.5 mg of hydrochlorothiazide once daily, taken with a small amount of water regardless of meals. Valsartan 160 mg and hydrochlorothiazide 12.5 mg may be applied when prescribed for blood pressure reduction.

This medication may cause severe harm to the fetus when taken during pregnancy, especially in the second and third trimesters, so it must be discontinued immediately upon confirmation of pregnancy. This drug should not be used by patients with known allergies to specific components or severe liver or kidney impairment. During treatment with this medication, electrolyte imbalances, especially potassium and sodium levels, should be monitored regularly, and caution is necessary as hypokalemia or hyponatremia may occur. Dizziness or drowsiness may occur, so care should be taken when driving or operating machinery. Patients with heart failure or those who have had a myocardial infarction, elderly patients, and those with impaired kidney or liver function should be especially cautious while taking this medication, and regular kidney function tests are necessary. This medication may interact with other antihypertensives, diuretics, lithium, NSAIDs, etc., so it should not be combined with other medications without consultation with a doctor. Due to the hydrochlorothiazide component, sensitivity to sunlight may increase, so UV protection should be taken, and any skin abnormalities should be reported to a healthcare professional immediately. This drug is not recommended for breastfeeding women, and if breastfeeding, consultation with a doctor is essential before taking it. In case of overdose, hypotension, electrolyte abnormalities, muscle cramps, etc., may occur, so the dosage must be strictly adhered to, and if any unusual symptoms arise, immediate medical attention is required. It is preferable not to use this drug in children as safety and effectiveness have not been established.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (including angioedema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe rash with fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in mucous membranes of mouth/eyes, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attack, respiratory distress associated with cough + fever, yellowing of skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme fatigue, sudden and severe headache, thunderclap headache, seizures, confusion, visual disturbances, malaise

Mild side effects

• Headache
• dizziness
• nasopharyngitis
• fatigue
• back pain
• cough
• upper respiratory tract infection
• diarrhea
• joint pain
• abdominal pain

This medication is sensitive to air and moisture, so it should be stored in a tightly sealed container at room temperature between 1°C and 30°C. Storing it this way helps maintain the effectiveness of the medication.

Appearance

Bright orange oval film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets (10 tablets/PTP*3)