Europo 5/160 Milligrams

Adult dosage

The recommended dosage of this medication is 1 tablet once daily, taken with water and irrespective of meals. It is advisable to take it at the same time every day (e.g., in the morning). Before administration, adjusting the dosage with individual components (Amlodipine or Valsartan) is recommended; however, it can be switched to this medication if blood pressure is uncontrolled with monotherapy. For patients with renal impairment, dose adjustment is not necessary for mild to moderate cases.

Children's dosage

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

This medication can cause serious harm or death to the fetus and newborn if taken during the second and third trimesters of pregnancy, so it should be stopped immediately upon confirmation of pregnancy. Patients with hypersensitivity to this medication, women who are pregnant or breastfeeding, patients with severe kidney or liver impairment, and those with certain heart diseases should not take this medication. Patients with depleted body sodium or fluids may experience hypotension, so their condition should be well evaluated prior to use, and blood pressure and symptoms should be closely monitored during treatment. Patients with high potassium levels should be cautious when taking this medication alongside potassium supplements or medications that can elevate potassium, and regular blood potassium levels should be checked. Patients with impaired renal function or those who have undergone kidney transplantation should use this medication carefully due to the risk of worsening kidney function. If symptoms of angioedema, such as swelling of the face, lips, or tongue occur during treatment, the medication should be stopped immediately and medical consultation sought. Patients with heart failure or following myocardial infarction require regular testing as it may affect renal function, and caution should be exercised as symptoms may worsen in some heart disease patients. Taking this medication with other antihypertensives or specific drugs can increase the risk of hypotension, hyperkalemia, and changes in kidney function, and it should be taken according to medical advice. Caution is needed while driving or operating machinery as dizziness or fatigue may occur. Overdose can cause severe hypotension or cardiac abnormalities, so prescribed dosages must be strictly followed, and any unusual symptoms should lead to an immediate visit to a medical facility. This medication is not recommended for children under 18 years of age as safety and efficacy have not been established. Elderly patients may take a similar dosage to adults, but careful monitoring according to their physical condition is necessary. Regular health check-ups, including liver and kidney function tests, are advisable while taking this medication.

Serious side effects

Urticaria, severe swelling (angioedema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe rash with high fever, blisters, skin peeling, oral/ocular mucosal pain, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attacks, cough with fever-related respiratory issues, yellowing of skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme lethargy throughout the body, sudden and severe headache, thunderclap headache, seizures, altered consciousness, visual disturbances, paralysis.

Mild side effects

• Nasopharyngitis
• influenza
• hypersensitivity
• visual impairment
• anxiety
• headache
• dizziness
• drowsiness
• orthostatic dizziness
• paresthesia

This medication should be stored in a sealed container to protect it from air and moisture, ideally at room temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius. Storing it this way will maintain its effectiveness and allow for safe use.

Appearance

Dark yellow oval film-coated tablet

Package unit

28 tablets (14 tablets/PTP X 2)