Conex Tablets 10/160 mg

Adult dosage

The recommended dose for adults is one tablet once daily, to be taken with water regardless of meals. It is recommended to take it at the same time every day (e.g., morning). The valsartan/amlodipine besilate combination of 10/160 mg is administered to patients whose blood pressure is not adequately controlled with monotherapy of 10 mg amlodipine or 160 mg valsartan, or 5/160 mg. In patients with renal impairment who are classified as mild to moderate,

Children's dosage

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

This medication may cause serious harm to the fetus and newborn if taken during the second or third trimester of pregnancy, so it should be stopped immediately upon confirmation of pregnancy. This medication should not be used by individuals with allergies to its active ingredients or similar class of drugs, pregnant women or women who may become pregnant, breastfeeding women, patients with severe kidney or liver disease, or certain heart condition patients. Particular caution is needed when using this medication in cases of dehydration or hyponatremia, hyperkalemia, issues with renal blood vessels, recent kidney transplant patients, patients with a history of vascular swelling, or patients after heart failure or myocardial infarction. Various side effects may appear during treatment, such as headache, dizziness, edema, blood pressure drop, gastrointestinal symptoms, skin rash; consult a healthcare professional if any unusual symptoms occur. Caution is advised when driving or operating machinery due to possible dizziness or fatigue. This medication may interact with other antihypertensive drugs, potassium supplements, certain anti-inflammatory agents, and drugs affecting liver function; if taking any other medications, be sure to inform your healthcare provider. It is recommended that pregnant or breastfeeding women do not use this medication, particularly after the second trimester, due to potential risks to the fetus. Safety and efficacy have not been sufficiently established for children, so use is not recommended. In case of overdose, severe hypotension or heart problems may occur, so it is necessary to be careful not to exceed the prescribed dose. Regular monitoring of blood pressure and blood tests to check kidney function and electrolyte status while on this medication is important.

Serious side effects

Urticaria, severe swelling (angioedema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe allergic reactions, high fever accompanied by severe rash, blisters, skin peeling, pain in mouth/eye mucosa, severe skin adverse reactions, shortness of breath or difficulty in breathing, asthma attacks, respiratory issues accompanying cough and fever, skin or eyes turning yellow (jaundice), severe lethargy, liver abnormalities (jaundice), sudden

Mild side effects

• Headache
• dizziness
• drowsiness
• orthostatic dizziness
• sensory abnormalities
• vertigo
• tinnitus
• tachycardia
• palpitations
• orthostatic hypotension

Store this medication in a tightly sealed container to prevent exposure to air or moisture. It is recommended that the storage temperature be maintained at room temperature between 1°C and 30°C. This will help maintain the effectiveness of the medication for a longer time.

Appearance

Bright yellow, egg-shaped film-coated tablets

Package unit

28 tablets/box [14 tablets/PTP×2], 30 tablets/bottle