Vasalpine Tablet 5/160 mg

Adult dose

The recommended dose of this medication is 1 tablet once daily, taken with water regardless of meals. It is recommended to take it at the same time daily (e.g., in the morning). 5/80 mg: Administered to patients whose blood pressure is not adequately controlled with amlodipine 5 mg or valsartan 80 mg monotherapy. 5/160 mg: Administered to patients whose blood pressure is not adequately controlled with amlodipine 5 mg or valsartan 160 mg monotherapy.

Child dose

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

This medication can cause serious harm to the fetus and newborn if taken during the second and third trimesters of pregnancy; therefore, if pregnancy is confirmed, it should be discontinued immediately. It should not be used by individuals allergic to the active ingredients or similar components, pregnant or potentially pregnant women, lactating women, or patients with severe kidney or liver impairment. Patients with sodium or fluid deficiency should control their condition before taking this medication, and blood pressure and condition should be closely monitored during use. Patients with high potassium levels in the blood or those taking medications that can increase potassium should have their potassium levels checked frequently. Patients with renal vascular issues or those who have recently received a kidney transplant, patients with a history of angioedema, and those who have heart failure or have had a myocardial infarction should use this medication with caution. Dizziness or fatigue may occur when taking this medication, so caution is needed when driving or operating machinery. This medication lowers blood pressure, but overdosing can lead to dizziness and hypotension; therefore, immediate consultation with a healthcare provider is necessary in the case of overdose. When taking this medication along with other antihypertensives, potassium supplements, or specific anti-inflammatories, interactions may occur, so it is essential to consult with a doctor or pharmacist. Women who are pregnant or planning to become pregnant should not take this medication, and lactating women should also avoid its use. This medication is not recommended for individuals under 18 years of age, as its safety and efficacy in this population have not been established. Elderly individuals can use similar doses as adults, but their condition should be monitored closely. If any unusual symptoms or side effects occur while taking this medication, inform a healthcare provider immediately, and it is important to have regular checks for blood pressure, kidney function, and electrolytes.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe rash with fever, blisters, shedding skin, pain in mucous membranes of the mouth/eyes, breathing difficulties or dyspnea, asthma attack, respiratory abnormalities with cough and fever, yellowing of skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme fatigue, sudden and severe headache, thunderclap headache, seizures, confusion in consciousness, vision abnormalities, paralysis, urination

Mild side effects

• Nasopharyngitis
• influenza
• anxiety
• headache
• dizziness
• drowsiness
• orthostatic dizziness
• paresthesia
• vertigo
• tinnitus

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to protect it from air or moisture, and it is important to maintain a storage temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius to safely retain the efficacy of the medication.

Appearance

Dark yellow rectangular film-coated tablet

Package unit

28 tablets/box [14 tablets/Alu-Alu × 2]