Exban Tablet 40mg (Valsartan)

Adult dose

1. Essential Hypertension - Adults: The recommended dose is 80 mg orally once daily. - If blood pressure control is difficult, the dose may be increased to 160 mg once daily, and a maximum dose of 320 mg once daily may be used. - Elderly (75 years and older): Start at 40 mg once daily. - Patients with renal impairment (creatinine clearance 10–20 mL/min) and patients with fluid depletion: Start at 40 mg once daily.

Child dose

The safety and efficacy in children and adolescents under 18 years have not been established.

This medication can cause serious harm to the fetus if taken during pregnancy, especially during the second and third trimesters, so it should be discontinued immediately upon confirmation of pregnancy. This medication should not be used in patients with certain conditions, such as those with very poor liver or kidney function, pregnant or breastfeeding women, and patients who are allergic to this drug or its components. Elderly patients, patients with hyperkalemia, and those with weakened liver function should be monitored more closely when using this medication. Side effects may include headache, dizziness, cough, diarrhea, and fatigue, among others, and serious side effects such as angioedema or renal dysfunction can occur rarely. In particular, patients with heart failure or myocardial infarction should carefully monitor changes in kidney function and blood pressure while taking this medication. This medication may interact with other antihypertensives, diuretics, or potassium-sparing medications, so it is essential to consult a doctor or pharmacist about any other medications being taken. Women who are pregnant or planning to become pregnant should not take this medication, and breastfeeding women should also avoid its use. This medication is not recommended for use in children or adolescents under 18, as safety and efficacy have not been established. In the case of overdose, severe hypotension or shock symptoms may occur, requiring immediate medical attention, and it should be kept out of reach of children. During treatment with this medication, regular checks of blood pressure, kidney function, and serum potassium levels are essential, and any unusual symptoms should be reported to healthcare professionals immediately.

Serious side effects

• Urticaria
• severe swelling (edema)
• cold sweat
• angioedema
• vascular edema
• hepatitis
• kidney function impairment
• liver abnormalities (jaundice)
• shock
• syncope

Mild side effects

• Headache
• dizziness
• viral infections
• upper respiratory tract infections
• cough
• diarrhea
• fatigue
• rhinitis
• sinusitis
• back pain

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to prevent air and moisture from entering. Additionally, it is important to store it in a cool place below 30 degrees Celsius to maintain the drug's effectiveness.

Appearance

Yellow oval film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle