Valsartan Plus Tablets 80/12.5 mg

Adult dose

The recommended dose is 1 tablet containing Valsartan 80 mg/Hydrochlorothiazide 12.5 mg once daily, taken with a small amount of water regardless of mealtime. A dose of Valsartan 160 mg/Hydrochlorothiazide 12.5 mg is applied when prescribed for blood pressure reduction.

This medication may cause serious harm to the fetus, especially during the second and third trimesters of pregnancy, so it should be discontinued immediately if pregnancy is confirmed. It should not be administered to patients who have had allergic reactions to this medication or its components, pregnant women or women who may become pregnant, or patients with severe liver or kidney disease. This medication should be used cautiously in patients with certain conditions such as electrolyte imbalance or dehydration, renal or liver dysfunction, or heart failure, and regular monitoring is required. Dizziness or drowsiness may occur during treatment, so caution is needed when driving or operating machinery. Do not take potassium supplements or potassium-containing foods without consulting a physician, and potassium levels in the blood should be monitored periodically. This medication may interact with other drugs, especially lithium preparations, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, and potassium-sparing diuretics, so consultation with a physician is necessary when taken together. The hydrochlorothiazide component may cause sensitivity to sunlight, so it is important to reduce UV exposure and take care of skin protection during treatment. Adverse reactions such as headache, dizziness, fatigue, cough, diarrhea, etc., may occur during treatment. If severe allergic reactions, angioedema, hepatitis, renal failure, or other symptoms occur, medical personnel should be notified immediately. Pregnant or breastfeeding women are advised to avoid this medication, and particularly if planning to become pregnant or already pregnant, consultation with a physician is essential. Safety in children has not been established, so it is generally not recommended for use in pediatric patients. Older adults may not experience a significant difference in effectiveness or side effects, but caution should be exercised considering renal function decline or other health conditions. In case of overdose, hypotension or electrolyte imbalance may occur, requiring immediate medical attention for appropriate treatment. This medication should be stored away from moisture and direct sunlight and kept out of reach of children.

Serious side effects

Urticaria, severe swelling (angioedema), chest tightness, shortness of breath, cold sweat, paleness, severe rash with high fever, blisters, peeling skin, pain in mucous membranes of mouth/eyes, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attacks, respiratory abnormalities accompanied by cough and fever, yellowing of skin or eyes (jaundice), profound lethargy, sudden and severe headache, thunderclap headache, seizures, confusion, visual disturbances, paralysis, urination

Mild side effects

• Headache
• dizziness
• nasopharyngitis
• fatigue
• back pain
• cough
• upper respiratory tract infection
• diarrhea
• joint pain
• abdominal pain

This medication is sensitive to air and moisture, so it should be stored in a sealed container. Additionally, it should be kept in a cool place below 30 degrees Celsius to maintain its effectiveness.

Appearance

Bright orange oval film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle