Bukhwang Valsartan Tablets 160 mg

Adult dose

Essential Hypertension: It is recommended to be taken orally with water during or between meals, preferably at the same time every day (e.g., in the morning) at a dose of 80 mg once daily. If blood pressure is not well controlled, it may be increased to a daily dose of up to 160 mg, and if necessary, up to a maximum of 320 mg. Heart Failure: The initial dose of 40 mg once daily, taken orally twice a day, is recommended, and may be increased to 80 mg or 160 mg per dose.

Child dose

Safety and efficacy have not been established in children and adolescents under 18 years of age, so it is not administered.

This medication can cause serious harm to the fetus if taken during pregnancy, especially during the second and third trimesters; it should be discontinued immediately if pregnancy is confirmed. It is not safe to use this medication in patients with certain conditions, such as severe liver impairment, severe renal impairment, or hereditary angioedema. Additionally, extra caution is needed when administering this drug to elderly patients, patients with hyperkalemia, and patients with mild to moderate liver impairment, and dosage adjustments or frequent monitoring of their condition is required. When starting this medication, blood pressure may drop rapidly; thus, patients undergoing dialysis or those on diuretics, or those on strict sodium restriction should start with a low dose and be closely monitored. Due to the blood pressure-lowering effect, dizziness or lightheadedness may occur, and caution is advised when driving or operating machinery. This medication may increase potassium levels, so when taken with potassium-sparing diuretics or potassium supplements, serum potassium levels should be closely monitored. Furthermore, combining this medication with other antihypertensive drugs or non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) may reduce the effectiveness of blood pressure control or affect kidney function, so consider consulting a doctor. Regular check-ups of liver and kidney functions are recommended during the course of this medication, and any unusual symptoms should be discussed with a healthcare provider immediately. Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding should avoid taking this medication; if it is necessary to take it, consultation with a healthcare professional is essential. In case of overdose, symptoms such as hypotension and altered consciousness may occur, and immediate medical attention should be sought. Lastly, this medication should be stored in a safe place out of reach of children, and transferring it to another container should be avoided as it can lead to deterioration of quality or accidents.

Serious side effects

Urticaria, severe swelling (angioedema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe rash with fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in oral/ocular mucous membranes, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attacks, respiratory abnormalities with cough and fever, jaundice of the skin or eyes, generalized lethargy, sudden and severe headache, thunderclap headache, seizures, confusion, visual disturbances, paralysis, reduced urine output.

Mild side effects

• Headache
• dizziness
• viral infection
• upper respiratory tract infection
• cough
• diarrhea
• fatigue
• rhinitis
• sinusitis
• back pain

This medication is sensitive to air and moisture; it should be stored in a sealed container. Additionally, it is important to keep it in a cool place below 30 degrees Celsius to maintain its effectiveness.

Appearance

Light brown oval film-coated tablet

Package unit

98 tablets (14 tablets/PTP x 7)