H-Position 5/80 mg (Amlodipine Besylate, Valsartan)

Adult dose

The recommended dosage for this medication is one tablet once daily, taken with water regardless of meals. It is advisable to take it at the same time each day (e.g., in the morning). For patients whose blood pressure is not controlled with monotherapy, appropriate doses of 5/80 mg, 5/160 mg, or 10/160 mg should be administered. Patients with renal impairment, liver disease, and elderly patients aged 65 and older require dosage adjustments and careful monitoring.

Child dose

Safety and efficacy in pediatric patients under 18 years of age have not been established, so the administration of this medication is not recommended.

This medication can cause serious damage to the fetus and newborn in the second and third trimesters of pregnancy, so it should be discontinued immediately if pregnancy is confirmed. People with allergies to any of the ingredients in this medication, pregnant or breastfeeding women, and individuals with severe kidney or liver disease should not take this medication. Individuals who are deficient in sodium or fluids may experience low blood pressure, so it is important to check their condition before starting treatment, and physician supervision is necessary at the beginning. Patients with high potassium levels should use caution when taking this medication and other drugs that may increase potassium, and frequent monitoring of serum potassium levels is required. Individuals with problems in renal blood vessels or those who have received a kidney transplant should use this medication cautiously, as kidney function may change during treatment. If symptoms of angioedema occur, this medication should be discontinued immediately and should not be readministered. Patients with heart failure or those recovering from myocardial infarction should closely monitor kidney function while taking this medication, as pulmonary edema may occur, hence physician guidance is essential. Caution is also advised due to potential dizziness or fatigue while driving or operating machinery. Overdose of this medication can result in serious side effects such as low blood pressure or increased heart rate; thus, immediate medical attention should be sought in cases of overdose. Interactions may occur when combined with other medications, so it is essential to inform the physician or pharmacist of any current medications. Children under the age of 18 should not be administered this medication, as its safety and efficacy have not been fully established in this population. Elderly patients may use similar dosages as general adults; however, a physician's discretion is necessary based on their condition.

Serious side effects

Urticaria, severe swelling, chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, paleness, severe allergic reactions, severe rash accompanied by high fever, blisters, peeling of the skin, pain in mucous membranes of mouth/eyes, severe skin reactions, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attacks, respiratory abnormalities accompanied by cough and fever, respiratory problems, yellowing of the skin or eyes, profound lethargy, liver abnormalities, jaundice, sudden and severe headache

Mild side effects

• Pharyngitis
• influenza
• headache
• dizziness
• drowsiness
• orthostatic dizziness
• paresthesia
• vertigo
• tinnitus
• tachycardia

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to protect it from air and moisture. It is recommended to maintain a storage temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius at room temperature. Proper storage will help maintain the efficacy of the medication.

Appearance

Dark yellow round film-coated tablets

Package unit

28 tablets (14 tablets/Alu-Alu * 2)