New Zenfor 10/160 mg (Amlodipine Besylate, Valsartan)

Adult dose

The recommended dose of this medication is 1 tablet once daily, to be taken with water regardless of meals. It is advised to take it at the same time every day (e.g., in the morning). If blood pressure is not controlled, consider taking 5 mg of amlodipine or 80 mg of valsartan as monotherapy before switching to 5/80 mg.

Child dose

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

This medication should not be used during pregnancy as it can cause serious harm to the fetus and newborn in the second and third trimesters. Those with allergies to the active ingredients or similar medications should not take this medication. Patients with severe kidney or liver disease, women who are pregnant or breastfeeding, and individuals with a history of specific vascular edema should also refrain from using this medication. Patients who are low in sodium or fluids may have a risk of hypotension, so their conditions should be verified before taking the medication and must follow the doctor's directions. Patients with high serum potassium levels need to be cautious when taking this medication along with potassium-containing medications as potassium levels may increase. Individuals with kidney issues, transplant recipients, or those with a history of vascular edema may require special monitoring while taking this medication. Patients post-heart failure or myocardial infarction should carefully monitor their kidney function and blood pressure while taking this medication, and acute myocardial infarction patients should also be cautious. For patients with aortic valve stenosis or obstructive hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, caution is advised when using this medication. Combining this medication with other drugs that have similar effects may increase the risk of hypotension, renal dysfunction, or hyperkalemia; therefore, combination therapy should be avoided. Caution is needed when driving or operating machinery as dizziness or fatigue may occur. In case of overdose, serious hypotension or cardiac arrhythmias may occur and immediate medical assistance should be sought. It is recommended not to use this medication in children as its safety and efficacy have not been established. For the elderly, similar doses to those for general adults are recommended, but monitoring for adverse reactions is essential. Regularly testing blood pressure, kidney function, and electrolyte levels during the use of this medication is important. If planning to become pregnant or upon realization of pregnancy, it is crucial to stop this medication immediately and consult a doctor. Breastfeeding women are advised against taking this medication.

Serious side effects

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

Mild side effects

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

This medication may be sensitive to air or moisture, so it should be stored in a tightly sealed container. It is recommended to maintain a storage temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. Proper storage will help maintain the medication's effectiveness.

Appearance

Light yellow rectangular film-coated tablet

Package unit

28 tablets (14 tablets/Alu-AluX2)