Candioval Tablet 80/12.5 mg

Adult dose

The recommended adult dosage is one tablet containing Valsartan 80 mg/Hydrochlorothiazide 12.5 mg once daily, taken with a small amount of water regardless of meals. For Valsartan 160 mg/Hydrochlorothiazide 12.5 mg, this applies only if prescribed separately. In patients with mild to moderate renal impairment, dose adjustment is not necessary. In patients with mild to moderate liver impairment without bile duct obstruction, the maximum dose should not exceed 80 mg per day.

This medication can cause serious harm to the fetus, especially in the second and third trimesters of pregnancy; therefore, it should be discontinued immediately upon confirmation of pregnancy. Do not use if you have an allergy or history of hypersensitivity to this medication, its components, or sulfonamide medications. Patients with severe liver damage, bile secretion problems, or severe kidney disorders should not take this medication. Since it may affect potassium levels, potassium supplements or potassium-containing medications should not be taken together without consulting a physician. This medication may cause symptoms such as hypotension, dizziness, and drowsiness; caution is required when driving or operating machinery. Electrolyte imbalance may occur, so potassium and sodium levels should be regularly monitored through blood tests. If severe diarrhea or vomiting occurs while taking this medication, notify a physician due to the risk of electrolyte imbalance. Particular caution is needed for the elderly or those with impaired kidney or liver function during treatment with this medication, and regular health checks are recommended. The component hydrochlorothiazide may increase sensitivity to sunlight, raising the risk of skin rash or skin cancer, so sun exposure should be avoided or adequate protection is necessary. If sudden swelling of the face or neck, breathing difficulties, or other symptoms occur while taking this medication, seek medical attention immediately. There may be interactions with other drugs, so it is essential to inform the physician or pharmacist about any other medications currently being taken. In case of overdose, symptoms such as hypotension, arrhythmia, and dizziness may occur; adherence to the prescribed dose is crucial, and immediate medical attention is required for any abnormal symptoms. This medication should be kept out of reach of children and stored in the original container, avoiding moisture and direct sunlight.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling, chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe rash with high fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in oral/ocular mucosa, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attacks, respiratory problems accompanied by cough and fever, yellowing of skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme lethargy, sudden and severe headache, thunderclap headache, seizures, altered consciousness, visual disturbances, paralysis, decreased urine output

Mild side effects

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

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

Appearance

Light pink oval film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle