J-Forzide 5/160 mg

Adult dose

The recommended dosage of this medication is one tablet once daily, taken with water regardless of meals. It is recommended to take it at the same time each day (e.g., in the morning). If blood pressure is not adequately controlled, doses of 5/80 mg, 5/160 mg, or 10/160 mg may be administered based on the patient's response to monotherapy with amlodipine or valsartan. Dosage adjustment is recommended for patients with renal or liver impairment.

Child dose

The safety and efficacy of this medication in patients under 18 years of age have not been established, therefore its use is not recommended.

This medication can cause serious harm to the fetus and newborn if taken during the second and third trimesters of pregnancy, so it should be discontinued immediately if pregnancy is confirmed. This medication should not be used in patients who are allergic to its components or similar drugs, as well as in women who are pregnant or nursing, and in patients with severe renal or liver disease. Patients with low sodium or fluid levels in the body may experience hypotension, hence it is important to carefully assess their condition before administration and monitor blood pressure closely during treatment. Patients with high potassium levels should use caution if taking this medication alongside drugs that may increase potassium, and should have their potassium levels frequently checked. Patients with issues related to renal arteries or those who have undergone kidney transplantation should be carefully monitored as this medication may affect renal function. This medication may cause a serious allergic reaction known as angioedema; therefore, if swelling of the face or neck occurs, or if difficulty breathing is experienced, it should be discontinued immediately and medical advice should be sought. Patients with heart failure or those who have had a myocardial infarction may experience worsening renal function or hypotension with this medication, thus regular renal function tests are necessary. This medication may cause dizziness or fatigue when driving or operating machinery, so caution is advised. Interactions may occur when taken with specific other medications, so patients should inform their healthcare providers of any other medications they are taking. Elderly patients are recommended to take the same dosage as adults but should take care based on their physical condition. Overdosage may result in severe hypotension or cardiac problems, so it is crucial to adhere strictly to the prescribed dosage and seek medical attention if any abnormal symptoms appear. This medication is not recommended for patients under 18 years of age as its safety and efficacy have not been sufficiently established.

Serious side effects

Urticaria, angioedema, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe rash with fever, blistering, skin peeling, mouth/eye mucosal pain, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attack, cough with fever or other respiratory abnormalities, yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), profound lethargy, sudden and severe headache, thunderclap headache, seizures, confusion, vision changes

Mild side effects

• Headache
• dizziness
• drowsiness
• orthostatic dizziness
• paresthesia
• vertigo
• tinnitus
• tachycardia
• palpitations
• syncope

This medication is sensitive to air and moisture and must be stored in a tightly sealed container. It is important to keep the storage temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius at room temperature.

Appearance

Dark yellow rectangular film-coated tablet

Package unit

28 tablets/PTP