Valsartan Tablet (Valsartan)

Adult dose

Essential hypertension: This medication should be taken with water during meals or between meals. It is recommended to take it at the same time every day (e.g., in the morning). Adults: The recommended dose for valsartan is 80 mg orally once daily. If blood pressure is not well controlled, the dose may be increased to 160 mg daily or combined with a diuretic, and it may be further increased to a maximum of 320 mg daily. Elderly patients (75 years or older): 40 mg once daily.

Child dose

Safety and efficacy have not been established in pediatric patients and adolescents under 18 years of age.

This medication can cause serious harm to the fetus if taken during pregnancy, especially in the second and third trimesters, so it should be discontinued immediately upon confirmation of pregnancy. Patients with an allergy to this medication or those with severe liver or kidney impairment should not take it. Elderly patients or those with elevated serum potassium levels, as well as patients with mild to moderate liver impairment, should use this medication with caution and may require dose adjustments. Patients with heart failure or those after myocardial infarction should have regular kidney function tests while using this medication, as there can be risks of hypotension or worsening kidney function. In the early stages of treatment, blood pressure may drop too low, causing dizziness or fainting; therefore, it is recommended to start at a low dose and gradually increase, especially in cases of fluid or sodium depletion. Since this medication can increase potassium levels, serum potassium levels should be monitored frequently when used in conjunction with potassium supplements or potassium-sparing diuretics. Caution should be exercised when taking this medication alongside non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), as it can reduce the blood pressure-lowering effect and worsen kidney function. When used with lithium preparations, toxicity may occur due to increased lithium levels; hence, serum lithium levels should be monitored. This medication may cause dizziness when driving or operating machinery, so caution is necessary. Side effects may include headache, dizziness, fatigue, cough, diarrhea, etc., and serious adverse reactions such as angioedema, hepatitis, or kidney failure can occur rarely; immediate consultation with healthcare personnel is needed if symptoms arise. This medication should not be used in children and adolescents, as safety and efficacy have not been established. In case of overdose, severe hypotension, decreased consciousness, or shock may occur, requiring immediate treatment at a hospital. Store this medication in a place out of reach of children, and do not transfer it to other containers as a safety measure.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, paleness, severe rash with high fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in mucous membranes of mouth/eyes, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attack, respiratory abnormalities accompanied by cough and fever, jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes), extreme lethargy, sudden and severe headache, thunderclap headache, seizures, confusion, visual disturbances, paralysis, urination.

Mild side effects

Headache, dizziness, viral infection, upper respiratory tract infection, cough, diarrhea, fatigue, rhinitis, sinusitis, abdominal pain (low back pain), nausea, pharyngitis, arthralgia, weakness, insomnia, flushing, decreased libido, drowsiness, atrial fibrillation, vomiting, constipation, thirst, appetite loss, malaise, rash, myalgia, dyspepsia, anemia, tinnitus, heightened tension, reduced motor function, stupor, chest pain, angioedema (rarely including vasculitis, serum sickness), liver effects.

This medication is sensitive to air and moisture and should be stored in a tightly sealed container. To maintain its efficacy, avoid direct sunlight and high temperatures, and it is recommended to store it in a cool place below 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

Pink round film-coated tablets

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle