Itex Valsartan Tablet 80 mg

Adult dosage

Essential Hypertension: Taken orally with water during or between meals, preferably once daily at the same time (e.g., in the morning) at a recommended dose of 80 mg. If blood pressure is not well controlled, the dose may be increased to 160 mg daily or combined with diuretics, and may be escalated up to a maximum of 320 mg. Elderly patients (age 75 or older) begin with a dose of 40 mg daily. Heart Failure: The initial dose is 1 day.

Children's dosage

The safety and efficacy in children and adolescents under 18 years of age have not been established.

This medication can cause serious harm to the fetus if taken during pregnancy, especially in the second and third trimesters, and should be immediately discontinued if pregnancy is confirmed. People with allergies to this drug or its components, pregnant or possibly pregnant women, nursing mothers, patients with severe liver disease, patients with a history of hereditary angioedema, patients with severe renal impairment, and patients with certain endocrine disorders should not take this medication. Elderly patients, those with elevated potassium levels, those with slightly impaired liver function, patients with heart diseases, and patients with dehydration should exercise particular caution when using this drug, starting at a lower dose and monitoring their condition closely. Side effects may include headaches, dizziness, fatigue, cough, and dyspepsia; serious and rare side effects such as severe angioedema, renal function deterioration, hepatitis, hypoglycemia, and muscle disorders may occur, necessitating immediate consultation with a doctor. If blood pressure drops rapidly, leading to dizziness or fainting, treatment should be ceased immediately and appropriate care sought, especially for those on diuretics or with dehydration. Regular blood tests are necessary when taken with other antihypertensives, diuretics, or potassium supplements, as potassium levels may become excessively elevated. It is advisable for pregnant or nursing women to avoid this medication; if nursing, it is preferable to discontinue either the drug or breastfeeding. Safety regarding use in children or adolescents under the age of 18 has not been established, hence, its use is not recommended. In cases of overdose, serious hypotension or decreased consciousness may occur, requiring immediate medical attention. This medication should be stored out of reach of children and should not be transferred to other containers to ensure safety.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (angioedema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, paleness, severe rash with high fever, blistering, peeling skin, pain in the mouth/eyes, 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, confusion of consciousness, visual disturbances, paralysis

Mild side effects

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

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

Appearance

Orange round film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle