Duo Forjizing 10/160 mg

Adult dose

The recommended dose of this medication is 1 tablet once daily, taken with water regardless of meals. It is advisable to take it at the same time every day (e.g., morning). It is recommended to adjust the dosage with individual components (amlodipine or valsartan) before administration. If blood pressure is not adequately controlled, the following dosages may be administered: - 5/80 mg: For patients whose blood pressure is not adequately controlled with amlodipine 5 mg or valsartan 80 mg monotherapy.

Child dose

Safety and efficacy have not been established in pediatric patients under 18 years of age, and use of this medication is not recommended.

This medication can cause serious harm to the fetus and newborn if taken during pregnancy, especially in the second and third trimesters, so it should be discontinued immediately upon confirmation of pregnancy. It should not be used in individuals with a known allergic reaction to this medication, pregnant or breastfeeding women, patients with severe kidney or liver impairment, or patients with certain heart diseases. Patients with sodium or fluid depletion may experience hypotension, so their condition should be corrected before taking the medication, and blood pressure and physical condition should be closely monitored during treatment. Patients with high potassium levels or those taking other medications that can increase potassium levels should frequently monitor their potassium levels. Patients with renal vascular issues or those who have received a kidney transplant should closely monitor kidney function while using this medication. If symptoms of angioedema, such as swelling of the face or neck, occur while taking this medication, it should be discontinued immediately and healthcare providers should be consulted. Patients with heart failure or post-myocardial infarction may experience changes in kidney function while taking this medication, thus regular check-ups are required. Dizziness or fatigue may occur when driving or operating machinery, so caution is advised. This medication may interact with other antihypertensives, potassium supplements, diuretics, certain pain relievers, and antibiotics, so it's important to inform your healthcare provider of any other medications being taken. Women who are pregnant or planning to become pregnant should not take this medication, and breastfeeding women are also advised to avoid using it. The safety and effectiveness of this medication have not been adequately established in children under 18 years of age, so its use is not recommended in this population. In cases of overdose, severe hypotension or tachycardia, along with other cardiovascular abnormalities, may occur, so strict adherence to the dosage is necessary, and immediate medical attention should be sought for any abnormal symptoms.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), angioedema, chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe allergic reaction, severe rash accompanied by high fever, blisters, peeling skin, pain in oral/ocular mucosa, severe skin adverse effects, difficulty or shortness of breath, asthma attacks, respiratory distress with cough and fever, jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes), profound malaise, liver abnormalities (jaundice), sudden and

Mild side effects

• Headache
• dizziness
• drowsiness
• paresthesia
• lightheadedness
• tinnitus
• tachycardia
• palpitations
• syncope
• orthostatic hypotension

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to prevent exposure to air or moisture. It is recommended to keep the storage temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius at room temperature.

Appearance

Bright yellow oval film-coated tablet

Package unit

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