Cordiortan Tablets 160/12.5 mg

Adult dose

The recommended adult dose is one tablet containing Valsartan 80 mg/Hydrochlorothiazide 12.5 mg, taken once daily with a small amount of water, regardless of meals. For patients prescribed Valsartan 160 mg/Hydrochlorothiazide 12.5 mg for blood pressure lowering, this may apply.

This medicine can cause serious harm to the fetus when taken during pregnancy, especially in the second and third trimesters, so it should be discontinued immediately upon confirmation of pregnancy. It is safe not to use this medication in patients with allergy to certain components or severe liver disease, or renal impairment. Electrolyte imbalances, particularly potassium and sodium levels, should be monitored periodically while taking this medication, and if severe hypokalemia or hyponatremia occurs, discontinuation may be necessary. Dizziness or drowsiness may occur, so caution is advised when driving or operating machinery. This medication may interact with other blood pressure medications, diuretics, lithium formulations, etc., so if there are any other medications being taken, it is essential to consult with a doctor or pharmacist. The component hydrochlorothiazide may make the skin more sensitive to sunlight and increase the risk of skin rash or skin cancer, so sun exposure should be avoided, and protective measures should be taken. Severe diarrhea, vomiting, or excessive sweating can lead to dehydration, which may result in hypotension or worsening kidney function, so these symptoms should be reported to a physician. Women who are pregnant or planning to become pregnant should not take this medication, and it is advisable to avoid use during breastfeeding as well. Elderly patients or those with heart disease, kidney, or liver conditions should consult a physician thoroughly before taking the medication and use it carefully. In case of overdose, symptoms such as hypotension, arrhythmia, or severe electrolyte disturbances may occur, so the dose should be strictly adhered to, and if any abnormal symptoms arise, immediate medical attention should be sought.

Serious side effects

Urticaria, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, angioedema, anaphylactic symptoms, hypersensitivity reactions including serum sickness and vasculitis, severe rash with fever, blisters, skin peeling, mucosal pain in the mouth/eyes, hepatitis, yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), kidney failure, acute kidney failure, sudden and severe headache, thunderclap headache, seizures, altered consciousness, visual disturbances, paralysis, shock, fainting,

Mild side effects

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

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to protect it from air and moisture. Additionally, it should be kept in a cool place below 30 degrees Celsius to maintain its effectiveness.

Appearance

Dark red oval film-coated tablets

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle