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Valtrep Plus F Tablets

Valtrep Plus F Tablets

Prescription medicationTablet경구
Ingredient · strength
Valsartan›160mg / 1 tabletHydrochlorothiazide›12.5mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
경동제약(주)
Appearance
Dark red oval film-coated tablets
Packaging
30 tablets per bottle
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 201105413 · Approved 2011.08.18 · Insurance code 648103100

Summary

Main use
Improvement in blood pressure control in essential hypertension
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
The recommended dose is one tablet containing 80 mg of valsartan and 12.5 mg of hydrochlorothiazide taken once daily, with or without food, and with a small amount of water. It applies if prescribed valsartan 160 mg and hydrochlorothiazide 12.5 mg for blood pressure lowering. The maximum effect occurs after 2 to 4 weeks.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
경동제약(주)

Efficacy & effects

Improvement in blood pressure control in essential hypertension

  • Essential hypertension
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This medication is used in patients with essential hypertension who do not achieve adequate blood pressure control with monotherapy. It can be utilized as an additional treatment option for cases where blood pressure control is difficult. This helps to effectively manage blood pressure and reduce the risk of cardiovascular diseases.

How to take

Adult dose

The recommended dose is one tablet containing 80 mg of valsartan and 12.5 mg of hydrochlorothiazide taken once daily, with or without food, and with a small amount of water. It applies if prescribed valsartan 160 mg and hydrochlorothiazide 12.5 mg for blood pressure lowering. The maximum effect occurs after 2 to 4 weeks.

Precautions

This medication can cause serious harm to the fetus if taken during pregnancy, especially in the second and third trimesters, so if pregnancy is confirmed, it should be discontinued immediately. This medication should not be used in patients with allergies to specific components, severe liver impairment, or severe kidney impairment. Patients with electrolyte imbalances, fluid depletion, poor kidney or liver function, elderly patients, and those with heart diseases should be cautious when using this medication. Dizziness or drowsiness may occur while taking this medication, so caution is necessary when driving or operating machinery. Potassium supplements should not be taken without consulting a doctor, and blood potassium and sodium electrolyte levels should be checked regularly. This medication may increase sensitivity to sunlight, so thorough UV protection is necessary when exposed to sunlight, and if there are any skin abnormalities, a doctor should be consulted immediately. There may be interactions with other medications, so if you are taking other medications, be sure to inform your doctor or pharmacist. In case of overdose, symptoms such as hypotension, cardiac arrhythmia, or electrolyte imbalances may occur, so the dosage must be followed, and if any abnormal symptoms appear, a medical facility should be visited immediately. Children, pregnant women, and nursing mothers must consult a doctor before taking this medication, and especially pregnant women should avoid use due to risks to the fetus and newborn.

Side effects and when to seek care immediately

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, shortness of breath, cold sweat, pallor, severe rash with high fever, blisters, peeling skin, pain in the mucous membranes of the mouth/eyes, difficulty breathing or shortness of breath, asthma attacks, respiratory abnormalities accompanied by cough and fever, yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), severe systemic weakness, sudden and very severe headache, thunderclap headache, seizures, disorientation, visual disturbances, paralysis, urination

Mild side effects

  • Headache
  • dizziness
  • nasopharyngitis
  • fatigue
  • back pain
  • cough
  • upper respiratory infection
  • diarrhea
  • joint pain
  • abdominal pain
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  • epigastric pain
  • blurred vision
  • visual disturbances
  • anxiety
  • arthritis
  • bronchitis
  • acute bronchitis
  • chest pain
  • orthostatic dizziness
  • dry mouth
  • dyspepsia
  • dyspnea
  • erectile dysfunction
  • enteritis
  • hyperhidrosis
  • sensory loss
  • insomnia
  • hypokalemia
  • hypotension
  • influenza
  • muscle cramps
  • myalgia
  • nausea
  • nasal congestion
  • nasal bleeding
  • throat pain

Not everyone experiences these, and they can vary from person to person.

Storage

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to protect it from air and moisture and should be kept in a cool place below 30 degrees Celsius. Proper storage can maintain the medication's effectiveness for a longer period.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

Dark red oval film-coated tablets

Package unit

30 tablets per bottle

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This drug information is based on data provided by the Korea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
Consult a doctor or pharmacist for accurate dosage, administration, and usage instructions.