Valsartan Tablets 80 mg (Valsartan)

Adult dose

1. Essential Hypertension - Recommended oral dose: 80 mg once daily - If blood pressure control is inadequate, it can be increased to 160 mg once daily - If needed, the maximum daily dose can be increased to 320 mg - Elderly patients (75 years or older) should start at 40 mg once daily - Patients with renal impairment, fluid depletion, and mild to moderate liver impairment should start at 40 mg once daily 2. Heart Failure - 40 mg orally twice daily

Child dose

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

This medication can cause serious harm to the fetus if taken during pregnancy, particularly in the second and third trimesters, so it must be discontinued immediately if pregnancy is confirmed. Individuals with allergic reactions to this medication, pregnant or nursing women, patients with severely impaired liver or kidney function, and patients with hereditary angioedema should avoid using it. Elderly individuals or those with hyperkalemia, weak liver function, or heart or kidney problems should use this medication with particular caution, starting at a lower dose and gradually increasing it while monitoring their condition. This medication can cause rapid drops in blood pressure, leading to dizziness or fainting upon initial use; if these symptoms occur, use should be stopped immediately and medical attention sought. Patients undergoing hemodialysis or taking diuretics, as well as those on restricted sodium intake, need to be closely monitored when taking this medication. Taking potassium-sparing diuretics or potassium supplements alongside this medication may lead to dangerously high potassium levels, so consultation with a healthcare professional is necessary. Co-administration with other antihypertensives, anti-inflammatory pain relievers, or lithium can lead to interactions, so all medications being taken should be disclosed to the physician. This medication is not recommended for nursing women, and if it must be used, breastfeeding should be discontinued for safety. Safety in children and adolescents has not been established, so it is advisable not to use it in those under 18. Overdose can result in decreased consciousness, hypotension, shock, etc., requiring immediate emergency treatment, and appropriate care such as inducing vomiting or administering normal saline is necessary. This medication should be kept out of reach of children, and not transferred to other containers to help maintain its quality. Regularly monitoring blood pressure, kidney function, electrolyte levels, etc., while on this medication is essential.

Serious side effects

Urticaria, severe swelling (edema), angioedema (swelling of the face, lips, throat, tongue), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe rash with high fever, blistering, skin peeling, pain in mucous membranes of mouth/eyes, difficulty breathing or shortness of breath, asthma attack, abnormal respiratory pattern with cough & fever, jaundice (yellowing of skin or eyes), extreme lethargy, sudden and severe headache, lightning-stroke headache,

Mild side effects

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

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

Appearance

Pink round film-coated tablets

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle