Sarvaltaan Tablet 160 mg (Valsartan)

Adult dose

Essential Hypertension: Take with water during meals or between meals. It is recommended to take it at the same time every day (e.g. in the morning). An oral dose of 80 mg once daily is recommended, and if blood pressure control is difficult, the dose can be increased to 160 mg daily and up to a maximum of 320 mg daily. Elderly patients (75 years and older) should start at 40 mg once daily. Heart Failure: 40 mg orally 2 times daily

Child dose

Safety and efficacy in children and adolescents under 18 have not been established.

This drug can cause serious harm to the fetus during pregnancy, so it must be discontinued immediately if pregnancy is confirmed. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant, as well as nursing mothers, should not take this drug. It is also advisable for patients with severe liver dysfunction, liver cirrhosis, or biliary obstruction to avoid using this drug. Patients with hereditary angioedema or those who have previously experienced angioedema with similar medications should not take this drug. Patients with severely impaired renal function or certain kidney diseases should also avoid this drug. Diabetic patients or those with moderate to severe renal impairment should not combine this drug with certain medications. Elderly individuals or patients with high serum potassium levels and mildly impaired liver function should exercise caution when taking this drug. Patients with heart disease or those at risk of a rapid drop in blood pressure should take this medication carefully. Blood pressure may suddenly drop when starting this medication, hence close monitoring is essential, particularly in patients who are dehydrated or low in sodium. This drug may cause side effects such as headache, dizziness, cough, diarrhea, and fatigue, and in rare cases can lead to serious allergic reactions or worsening renal function. Regular monitoring of renal function and potassium levels through blood tests is crucial. This drug can interact with other antihypertensives, diuretics, and anticoagulants, so it is imperative to inform your healthcare provider of any concurrent medications. Particularly, combining with potassium-sparing diuretics or potassium supplements can dangerously elevate serum potassium levels. Pregnant women should not use this drug, and it is also safer to avoid it during breastfeeding. Safety and efficacy in children and adolescents under 18 have not been established. In the elderly, starting at a low dose is necessary to prevent excessively low blood pressure, while closely monitoring their condition. In case of overdose, symptoms may include hypotension, decreased consciousness, and shock, necessitating immediate medical attention for appropriate treatment. This drug should be kept out of the reach of children and should not be transferred to other containers.

Serious side effects

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

Mild side effects

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

This drug should be stored in a well-sealed container to prevent air and moisture ingress. Additionally, it is important to keep it in a cool place below 30 degrees Celsius to maintain its effectiveness.

Appearance

Oval film-coated tablet of orange color with a grayish tint

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle