Hipoten Tablet 160/12.5 mg

Adult dose

The recommended adult dosage is 1 tablet daily of Valsartan 80 mg / Hydrochlorothiazide 12.5 mg, taken with a small amount of water regardless of meals. Valsartan 160 mg / Hydrochlorothiazide 12.5 mg is applicable when prescribed for blood pressure lowering. For patients with renal impairment classified as mild to moderate (creatinine clearance of 30 mL/min or more), dosage adjustment is not necessary. In patients with liver impairment,

This medicine can cause serious harm to the fetus if used during pregnancy, especially in the second and third trimesters, so women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should not take it. Patients with an allergy to any of the ingredients in this medicine or those with certain liver or kidney disorders should not take it. Patients with severely impaired kidney function or certain electrolyte imbalances should also not use this medication. Dizziness or symptoms of low blood pressure may occur during use, so caution is needed, especially when starting treatment. Potassium levels may change, so potassium supplements or potassium-containing foods and medications should not be taken without consulting a physician. This medication may affect liver and kidney function, so it is important to regularly check function through blood tests, etc. Caution is needed when driving or operating machinery, as dizziness or drowsiness may occur. This medication may interact with other medications, so if you are taking other drugs, be sure to inform your doctor or pharmacist. Skin reactions may occur, or sensitivity to sunlight may increase, so avoid sun exposure and consult a doctor immediately if there are any skin changes. In the case of overdose, symptoms such as low blood pressure, muscle cramps, or drowsiness may occur, so the dosage must be adhered to, and if abnormal symptoms arise, seek medical help immediately. For children and the elderly, special caution is needed as the safety and efficacy of this medication have not been fully established.

Serious side effects

Urticaria, severe swelling (angioedema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, angioedema, symptoms resembling anaphylaxis, hepatitis, renal failure, shock, fainting, loss of consciousness, 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, acute angle-closure glaucoma, acute respiratory failure

Mild side effects

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

This medicine should be stored in a tightly closed container to protect it from air and moisture, and it is best to store it at a cool temperature below 30 degrees Celsius. Proper storage will maintain the effectiveness of the medication for a long time.

Appearance

Dark reddish oval film-coated tablets

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle