Exban Tablet 80 Milligrams (Valsartan)

Adult dose

For essential hypertension, valsartan 80 mg should be taken orally once a day. If blood pressure control is insufficient, the dosage may be increased to 160 mg daily or combined with diuretics, up to a maximum of 320 mg daily. For elderly patients (over 75 years), start with 40 mg once daily. For patients with renal impairment, if creatinine clearance is between 10-20 mL/min, start with 40 mg once daily.

Child dose

Safety and efficacy have not been established for children and adolescents under 18 years of age, and therefore, administration is not done.

This medication may cause serious harm to the fetus, especially during the second and third trimesters of pregnancy, so it should be discontinued immediately if pregnancy is confirmed. Women who are pregnant, may become pregnant, or are breastfeeding should not take this medication. It should also not be used in patients with severe liver dysfunction, cirrhosis, or bile duct obstruction. Patients with a history of angioedema or hereditary angioedema should avoid this medication. Caution is recommended for patients with severe renal impairment, particularly those with very low creatinine clearance. Combining this medication with certain drugs is not recommended for patients with diabetes or moderate to severe renal impairment. Elderly patients and those with mild renal impairment or hyperkalemia should use this medication with caution, especially monitoring their condition while adjusting the dose. Patients with heart valve diseases, heart failure, or conditions where blood pressure may drop suddenly should also be cautious. This medication has a blood pressure-lowering effect, which may cause dizziness or fainting at the beginning of treatment, so the patient's condition should be closely monitored after ingestion. Additionally, renal function and electrolyte levels, particularly potassium levels, should be regularly examined, and immediate action should be taken if abnormalities are found. Interactions may cause side effects when combined with other antihypertensives or diuretics, so consultation with a physician is necessary. Dizziness or drowsiness may occur when driving or operating machinery, so caution is needed. In case of overdose, severe hypotension or decreased consciousness may occur, so immediate medical attention is required if symptoms appear. Safety has not been established for use in children or adolescents, so it is best not to use it. When stored, keep in a secure place out of the reach of children and avoid transferring to other containers.

Serious side effects

Angioedema, severe swelling (edema), angioneurotic edema, chest tightness, difficulty breathing, severe allergic reactions, severe skin reactions, hepatic abnormalities (jaundice), renal failure, shock, fainting, loss of consciousness, serious neurological symptoms, rhabdomyolysis, hyperkalemia, hypotension in dialysis patients, acute renal failure, hematuria, gastrointestinal edema in patients receiving angiotensin receptor antagonists, consciousness disturbances due to hypoglycemia

Mild side effects

• Headache
• dizziness
• viral infection
• upper respiratory infection
• cough
• diarrhea
• fatigue
• rhinitis
• sinusitis
• abdominal pain (lower back pain)

This medication should be stored in a sealed container to prevent air or moisture from entering, avoiding places with heat and humidity, and kept in a cool place below 30 degrees Celsius. By storing in this manner, the effectiveness of the medication can be maintained for a long time and deterioration can be prevented.

Appearance

Pink round film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle