Dirotan Plus Tablet

Adult dose

Take 1 tablet of Valsartan 80 mg/Hydrochlorothiazide 12.5 mg once daily with a small amount of water, regardless of meals. Valsartan 160 mg/Hydrochlorothiazide 12.5 mg is applicable when prescribed for the purpose of lowering blood pressure.

This medication can seriously harm the fetus if taken during pregnancy, especially in the second and third trimesters, so it must be discontinued immediately if pregnancy is confirmed. Avoid use if there is an allergic reaction to any ingredients in this medication or to sulfonamide medications, or if pregnant. Patients with severe liver or kidney dysfunction should not take this medication, and caution is needed for patients with specific liver or kidney diseases. Patients with electrolyte imbalance, fluid depletion, liver disease, kidney disease, heart failure, or cerebrovascular disorders should use this medication with increased caution. This medication lowers blood pressure, so dizziness or hypotensive symptoms may occur at the beginning of treatment or during changing conditions, which should be watched for. Due to its potential impact on potassium levels, potassium supplements or potassium-containing medications should not be taken without consulting a physician. It is important to regularly monitor electrolytes and kidney function through blood tests during the use of this medication. The hydrochlorothiazide component may cause sensitivity to sunlight, increasing the risk of skin cancer, so exposure to sunlight should be limited and protective measures should be taken. Dizziness or drowsiness may occur while driving or operating machinery, so caution is needed. This medication may interact with other drugs, so if you are taking any other medications, be sure to inform your doctor or pharmacist. In the case of overdose, symptoms such as hypotension or electrolyte abnormalities may occur, requiring immediate medical attention. Keep out of reach of children and store in the original container away from moisture.

Serious side effects

Urticaria, severe swelling (angioedema), tightness in the chest, difficulty breathing, cold sweats, paleness, severe rash with high fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in oral/ocular mucosa, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attack, respiratory abnormalities accompanied by cough and fever, yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme lethargy, sudden and severe headache, lightning headache, seizures, disorientation, visual disturbances, paralysis,

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 and kept in a cool place below 30 degrees Celsius. Proper storage will help maintain the medication's effectiveness over time.

Appearance

Pink oval film-coated tablet

Package unit

28 tablets (14 tablets/PTP × 2), 100 tablets/bottle