Dibalton Tablet 80 mg (Valsartan)

Adult dose

Essential hypertension: It is recommended to administer valsartan at a dose of 80 mg orally once daily. If blood pressure is not adequately controlled, the dose may be increased to 160 mg per day or combined with a diuretic, with a maximum dose of 320 mg per day. Elderly patients (75 years and older): Start with 40 mg orally once daily. Heart failure: It is recommended to administer 40 mg orally twice daily, which may be increased to 80 mg or 160 mg per dose.

Child dose

Safety and efficacy have not been established in pediatric and adolescent patients under 18 years of age.

This medication can cause serious harm to the fetus if taken during pregnancy, especially in the second and third trimesters; therefore, it should be discontinued immediately upon confirmation of pregnancy. Those with allergies to this medication or its ingredients, pregnant women or those likely to become pregnant, breastfeeding women, individuals with severe liver or kidney disease, and those with a history of specific angioedema should not take this medication. Elderly patients, those with hyperkalemia, liver impairment, heart valve disease, cardiovascular disease, or those who are sodium- or fluid-depleted should use this medication cautiously, especially since blood pressure may drop suddenly at the start of treatment. Common side effects may include headache, dizziness, fatigue, cough, or diarrhea, while rare but serious adverse reactions could involve angioedema, hepatitis, renal failure, hypoglycemia, or rhabdomyolysis, thus it's crucial to consult a healthcare provider if any abnormal symptoms occur. As this medication lowers blood pressure, caution is advised when driving or operating machinery, as dizziness or drowsiness may occur. Additionally, taking potassium-sparing diuretics or potassium supplements may lead to dangerously elevated potassium levels, thus frequent blood tests to monitor potassium levels are recommended when used in combination. This medication may interact with other antihypertensives or certain NSAIDs, leading to decreased effectiveness or affecting kidney function, so other medications currently being taken should be disclosed to a healthcare provider. In cases of overdose, severe hypotension, decreased consciousness, or shock may occur; immediate emergency care is required, which may include vomiting induction or saline infusion. This medication is not recommended for use in children and adolescents as safety and efficacy have not been sufficiently established.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe rash with fever, blisters, peeling skin, oral/ocular mucosal pain, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attack, respiratory abnormalities with cough and fever, yellowing of skin or eyes (jaundice), profound lethargy, sudden and severe headache, thunderclap headache, seizures, altered consciousness, visual disturbances, paralysis, urination problems

Mild side effects

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

Store this medication in a tightly sealed container to prevent air and moisture ingress, and keep it in a cool place below 30 degrees Celsius. Proper storage helps maintain the effectiveness of the medication for a longer period.

Appearance

Light red round film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets (10 tablets/PTP x 3), 100 tablets (10 tablets/PTP x 10)