Dirotan Plus Tablet 160/12.5 mg (Valsartan, Hydrochlorothiazide)

Adult dose

The recommended adult dose is one tablet of Valsartan 80 mg/Hydrochlorothiazide 12.5 mg once daily, to be taken with a small amount of water regardless of meals. Valsartan 160 mg/Hydrochlorothiazide 12.5 mg is used when a prescription for blood pressure lowering is required.

This medication can cause serious harm to the fetus if taken during pregnancy, especially in the second and third trimesters, so it must be discontinued immediately upon confirmation of pregnancy. Patients who are allergic to any of the ingredients in this medication or have specific liver or kidney diseases should not take it. Caution is required if there are potassium levels and electrolyte imbalances, as blood pressure may suddenly drop too low. If symptoms of dizziness or fainting occur, consult a physician immediately. This medication may cause the skin to become sensitive to sunlight; therefore, sun exposure should be limited, and any skin reactions should be reported to a healthcare professional quickly. Use caution while driving or operating machinery, as dizziness or drowsiness may occur, and do not use potassium supplements or potassium-containing medications without consulting a doctor. Patients with poor kidney or liver function should regularly check their condition through blood tests while taking this medication. When taking this medication in combination with other drugs, it is essential to inform a doctor or pharmacist of the potential for interactions, especially with lithium, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, and other antihypertensives. Elderly patients, diabetic patients, and those with heart disease should take this medication more cautiously and consult a healthcare professional immediately if abnormal symptoms occur. In cases of overdose, hypotension and tachycardia may occur, and it is crucial to visit a hospital immediately for appropriate treatment. This medication should be kept out of the reach of children, protected from moisture, and stored in its original container.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe rash with high fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in oral/ocular mucosa, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attack, respiratory distress accompanied by cough and fever, yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme lethargy, sudden and severe headache, lightning headache, seizure, confusion of consciousness, visual disturbances, paralysis, urine

Mild side effects

• Headache
• dizziness
• nasopharyngitis
• fatigue
• back pain
• cough
• upper respiratory tract infection
• diarrhea
• joint pain
• abdominal pain

This medication should be stored in a sealed container to protect it from air and moisture. It is also advisable to keep it in a cool place, below 30 degrees Celsius, to maintain its efficacy over time.

Appearance

Dark red oval film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle