Diodipin Tablet 10/160 mg

Adult dose

The recommended dose of this medication is 1 tablet once daily, taken with water regardless of meals. It is recommended to take it at the same time every day (e.g., in the morning). For patients with mild to moderate renal impairment, dose adjustment is not necessary; however, it is not administered to patients with severe renal impairment or those on dialysis. In patients with liver impairment, the daily dose of valsartan should not exceed 80 mg, and it is not administered to patients with severe liver impairment.

Child dose

Safety and efficacy for pediatric patients under 18 years of age have not been established; therefore, the administration of this drug is not recommended.

This medicine can cause serious harm to the fetus and newborn during the second and third trimesters of pregnancy, so it should be discontinued immediately if pregnancy is confirmed. Additionally, individuals with allergies to this medication, pregnant or nursing women, patients with severe kidney or liver diseases, and those with specific heart conditions should avoid taking this medication. Patients with sodium or fluid deficiency are at risk of hypotension, so their condition should be carefully checked before use, and immediate action should be taken if hypotensive symptoms occur during treatment. Patients with high potassium levels or those taking medications that may increase potassium levels should have their potassium levels monitored regularly. Patients with vascular problems in the kidneys or those who have recently undergone kidney transplants may be affected in terms of kidney function when taking this medication and should exercise caution. If symptoms of angioedema occur, discontinue use immediately and do not resume. Patients with heart failure or post-myocardial infarction should carefully monitor changes in kidney function while using this medication. Various side effects such as dizziness, headache, swelling, and hypotension may occur, so patients are advised to consult a physician if any unusual symptoms appear. Caution should be exercised as dizziness or fatigue may occur when driving or operating machinery. This medication may interact with other antihypertensives, potassium supplements, certain diuretics, specific antibiotics, and grapefruit juice, so it is essential to inform healthcare providers of any other medications being taken. It is safest for women who are pregnant or planning to become pregnant, as well as nursing mothers, to avoid using this medication. Safety and efficacy have not been sufficiently established for children under 18 years of age, so its use is not recommended. In cases of overdose, severe hypotension or cardiac dysfunction may occur, resulting in the need for immediate medical attention, and regular monitoring of blood pressure and kidney function during treatment is advised.

Serious side effects

Urticaria, severe swelling (edema), angioedema, chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe rash with fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in oral/ocular mucosa, difficulty breathing or shortness of breath, asthma attacks, cough with fever and respiratory symptoms, jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes), severe lethargy, sudden and severe headache, thunderclap headache, seizures, confusion, visual disturbances

Mild side effects

• Headache
• dizziness
• drowsiness
• orthostatic dizziness
• sensory disturbances
• vertigo
• tinnitus
• tachycardia
• palpitations
• syncope

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container that protects it from air and moisture, preferably at room temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. Proper storage will help maintain its effectiveness and ensure safe use.

Appearance

Bright yellow, oval film-coated tablet

Package unit

PTP packaging - 28 tablets/PTP [14 tablets/PTP x 2]