Diozartan Tablets 80mg (Valsartan)

Adult dose

For essential hypertension, take with water during meals or in between meals. It is recommended to take it at the same time each day (e.g., morning). Adults: It is recommended to take 80 mg orally once daily as valsartan. If blood pressure is not adequately controlled, the dose can be increased up to 160 mg daily or combined with a diuretic, and may be increased up to 320 mg daily. Elderly patients (75 years or older): Start with 40 mg once daily.

Child dose

The safety and efficacy in children and adolescents under 18 years of age have not been established, therefore its use is not recommended.

This medication can cause serious harm to the fetus if taken during pregnancy, especially in the second and third trimesters. It must be discontinued as soon as pregnancy is confirmed. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant, breastfeeding women, patients with severe liver impairment, patients with significantly reduced kidney function, and patients with hereditary angioedema should not use this medication. Caution is advised for elderly patients, patients with hyperkalemia, patients with liver disorders, patients with heart valve diseases, and patients with cardiovascular diseases as they may experience low blood pressure or changes in kidney function. This medication may cause a sudden drop in blood pressure after the first dose, so patients who are particularly low on fluids or sodium, those taking diuretics, or those undergoing dialysis should start with a low dose and be closely monitored. Patients with high serum potassium levels or those at risk of hyperkalemia should regularly check their potassium levels during this medication and be cautious when taking potassium supplements or potassium-sparing diuretics. This medication may interact with other antihypertensives or specific drugs, so any medications being taken must be discussed with healthcare professionals. Dizziness or drowsiness may occur, so caution is needed when driving or operating machinery. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should avoid taking this medication, and if unavoidable, must consult a specialist. Safety and efficacy in children and adolescents have not been established, so its use is not recommended. In case of overdose, symptoms such as low blood pressure and decreased consciousness may occur, requiring immediate emergency care. This medication should be kept out of reach of children and should not be transferred to other containers.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), 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 attack, respiratory abnormalities accompanied by cough + fever, yellowing of skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme overall drowsiness, sudden and severe headache, thunderclap headache, seizures, confusion, visual disturbances, paralysis, urine

Mild side effects

Headache, dizziness, viral infection, upper respiratory tract infection, cough, diarrhea, fatigue, rhinitis, sinusitis, back pain, abdominal pain, nausea, pharyngitis, arthralgia, drowsiness, vomiting, constipation, dry mouth, loss of appetite, malaise, flushing, itching, serum sickness, vasculitis, interstitial pneumonia (fever, cough, difficulty breathing, chest X-ray abnormalities), hypoglycemic symptoms (weakness, hunger, cold sweat, tremors, lack of concentration, convulsions, altered consciousness), blood

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to prevent exposure to air and moisture. Additionally, it is important to store it in a cool place below 30 degrees Celsius to maintain its efficacy.

Appearance

Light pink, double convex, round film-coated tablets

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle