Baotan Plus Tablets 80/12.5 mg

Adult dose

The recommended dosage for adults is one tablet of Valsartan 80 mg/Hydrochlorothiazide 12.5 mg once daily, taken with a small amount of water, regardless of meals. Valsartan 160 mg/Hydrochlorothiazide 12.5 mg applies if prescribed for blood pressure reduction. Patients with kidney impairment do not require dosage adjustments for mild to moderate kidney impairment (creatinine clearance of 30 mL/min or more). Patients with liver impairment should not exceed 80 mg of Valsartan daily.

This medication can cause serious harm to the fetus if taken during pregnancy, especially in the second and third trimesters, so it should be discontinued immediately if pregnancy is confirmed. Patients with allergies to this medication or its components, or those with specific liver or kidney diseases, should not take this medication. Electrolyte imbalance or changes in renal function should be carefully monitored during treatment, and caution should be exercised in elderly patients or those with heart disease. This medication may cause dizziness or drowsiness, hence caution is advised when driving or operating machinery. Potassium supplements or potassium-containing medications should not be taken without consulting a physician, and caution is particularly necessary in cases of dehydration, excessive sweating, diarrhea, or vomiting as blood pressure may drop sharply. This medication can interact with other antihypertensives, lithium, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), so it is essential to inform your doctor or pharmacist about any other medications you are taking. The skin may become more sensitive to sunlight, so sun exposure should be avoided, and any skin abnormalities should be discussed with a healthcare provider. Severe side effects may include angioedema, hepatitis, renal failure, and electrolyte disorders, and you should discontinue use and consult a healthcare facility immediately if any abnormal symptoms occur. It is advisable to avoid using this medication in children, pregnant women, and nursing mothers as its safety has not been established. This medication should be stored away from moisture and direct sunlight and kept out of reach of children.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (angioedema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, anaphylaxis-like symptoms, angioedema (swelling of the face, lips, throat, tongue), hepatitis, renal failure, hyperkalemia, hyponatremia (accompanied by malaise, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, altered consciousness), shock, fainting, loss of consciousness, agranulocytosis, leukopenia, thrombocytopenia, aplastic anemia, hemolytic anemia, necrotizing vasculitis, toxic epidermal necrolysis (Lyell's syndrome

Mild side effects

• Headache
• dizziness
• nasopharyngitis
• fatigue
• lower back pain
• cough
• upper respiratory infection
• diarrhea
• arthralgia
• 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 efficacy.

Appearance

Pink oval film-coated tablets

Package unit

30 tablets, 100 tablets