DIOVY PLUS Tablet 80/12.5mg

Adult dose

The recommended dosage is 1 tablet containing 80 mg of valsartan and 12.5 mg of hydrochlorothiazide taken once daily, which can be taken regardless of meals and with a small amount of water. The dosage of valsartan 160 mg/hydrochlorothiazide 12.5 mg is applied when prescribed for blood pressure reduction. In patients with renal impairment, dosage adjustment is necessary for mild to moderate cases.

This medication can cause serious harm to the fetus, especially in the second and third trimesters, so it must be discontinued immediately if pregnancy is confirmed. It should not be used in patients with allergies to specific components or severe liver or kidney impairments. Caution should be exercised in patients with electrolyte imbalances such as hypokalemia, hyponatremia, or hypercalcemia, and in patients with renal function issues like heart failure or post-myocardial infarction. Dizziness or drowsiness may occur during treatment, so caution is needed when driving or operating machinery. Potassium supplements or potassium-containing medications should not be taken without consulting a doctor, and any symptoms of hypotension should be reported to medical personnel immediately. This medication can increase sun sensitivity and the risk of skin cancer, so sun exposure should be avoided, and skin conditions should be checked regularly. While taking this medication, blood pressure, kidney function, and electrolyte levels should be monitored regularly to ensure there are no abnormalities. Interactions may occur if combined with other specific medications, so it is essential to consult with a doctor or pharmacist. In case of overdose, symptoms such as hypotension, arrhythmia, and electrolyte disturbances may occur, requiring immediate emergency treatment. The safety and efficacy of this medication have not been established in children, and extra caution is needed in the elderly. Store in a place out of reach of children and avoid moisture by keeping it in the original container.

Serious side effects

Hives, angioedema, symptoms resembling anaphylaxis, hepatitis, renal failure, hyperkalemia, hyponatremia, shock, syncope, consciousness loss, agranulocytosis, leukopenia, thrombocytopenia, aplastic anemia, hemolytic anemia, necrotizing vasculitis, toxic epidermal necrolysis (Lyell's syndrome), interstitial pneumonia, pulmonary edema, exacerbation of systemic lupus erythematosus, hypoglycemia, rhabdomyolysis, angioedema, hypersensitivity reactions including serum sickness and vasculitis, acute respiratory distress syndrome

Mild side effects

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

This medication should be stored in an airtight container to prevent air exposure and kept in a cool place below 30 degrees Celsius, avoiding humid areas. Proper storage will help maintain the medication's effectiveness over time.

Appearance

Bright orange oval film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle