Abatril Tablet 5/160/20 milligrams

Adult dose

This medication is taken as 1 tablet once daily with water. It is recommended to take it at the same time each day (e.g., in the morning) if possible. The dosing of the amlodipine/valsartan combination should be individualized per patient as follows: ㆍ5/80 milligrams: to be administered to patients whose blood pressure is not controlled with either amlodipine 5 milligrams or valsartan 80 milligrams alone. ㆍ5/160 milligrams: to be administered to patients whose blood pressure is not controlled with either amlodipine 5 milligrams or valsartan 160

This medication may cause serious harm to the fetus when taken during pregnancy, especially in the second and third trimesters; therefore, it should be discontinued immediately upon confirmation of pregnancy. If there are any unusual muscle-related symptoms or a significant increase in creatine kinase levels in blood tests, the use of this medication should be stopped. This medication should not be administered to patients with specific diseases or conditions, including those with severe liver or kidney disease, pregnant or lactating women, and patients with hypersensitivity. When administered to patients who are deficient in sodium or body fluids, there is a risk of severe hypotension, so caution is needed, and appropriate measures should be taken immediately if symptoms of hypotension occur. Patients with elevated potassium levels may experience further increases in potassium levels, requiring regular blood tests. In patients with impaired renal function or kidney transplant recipients, use of this medication is limited or requires caution. In patients with heart failure or after myocardial infarction, renal function and blood pressure status should be closely monitored; it should be used cautiously in patients with acute myocardial infarction as symptoms may worsen. Dizziness or fatigue may occur during treatment with this medication; therefore, caution should be taken when driving or operating machinery. Due to numerous drug interactions, patients should consult with their physician or pharmacist when taking this medication alongside other drugs, especially when combined with certain antibiotics, antifungals, or immunosuppressants. This medication can cause various side effects, including liver dysfunction, myalgia, skin rashes, and gastrointestinal symptoms; patients should report any unusual symptoms to medical personnel immediately. Women of childbearing age must use appropriate contraception while taking this medication, and those who plan to become pregnant or are pregnant should consult with medical personnel. Lactating women should avoid taking this medication, and alternative treatment methods should be considered if necessary. Before taking this medication, patients must inform their doctor of their medical history and any other medications they are taking, and regular checks should be performed to ensure safe treatment.

Serious side effects

Urticaria, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, high fever accompanied by severe rash, blisters, skin peeling, oral/ocular mucosal pain, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attack, respiratory alterations accompanied by cough and fever, jaundice (yellowing of skin or eyes), extreme lethargy, sudden and severe headache, thunderclap headache, seizures, confusion, visual disturbances, paralysis, urinary abnormalities

Mild side effects

• Abnormal vision
• dry eyes
• nausea
• headache
• visual disturbances
• anxiety
• dizziness
• drowsiness
• orthostatic dizziness
• paresthesia

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to prevent exposure to air and moisture, and it is recommended to keep it at room temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. Storing it this way helps maintain the effectiveness of the medication for a longer period.

Appearance

Pale pink oval film-coated tablets

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle