Valsartan 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 each day (e.g., in the morning). A recommended oral dosage of 80 mg once daily is advised, and for patients whose blood pressure is not well-controlled, the dosage may be increased to 160 mg or combined with a diuretic. The dosage can be increased up to a maximum of 320 mg per day. Elderly patients (aged 75 years or older) should start with 40 mg once a day.

Child dose

Safety and efficacy have not been established in pediatric patients and adolescents under 18 years of age.

This drug may cause severe harm to the fetus if taken during pregnancy, especially in the second and third trimesters, and should be discontinued immediately upon confirmation of pregnancy. It should not be used in some patients, including pregnant women or those who may become pregnant, nursing mothers, patients with severe liver impairment, severe renal impairment, and hereditary angioedema. Caution is advised for elderly patients, those with hyperkalemia, liver impairment, heart failure, or myocardial infarction, as these conditions may require careful monitoring of blood pressure, starting with a low dose and observing the condition closely. This drug lowers blood pressure, which may cause symptoms such as hypotension, dizziness, or fainting upon initial use. In such cases, medical attention should be sought immediately. Caution is also warranted when taken together with potassium-sparing diuretics or potassium supplements, as this may dangerously elevate blood potassium levels. Consult healthcare professionals before taking this drug with other antihypertensives or non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), as it may affect efficacy or kidney function. Regular monitoring of renal function, blood potassium levels, and blood pressure during treatment is crucial. This drug is not recommended for use in children and adolescents, as safety and efficacy have not been established. In case of overdose, severe hypotension, altered consciousness, or shock may occur, requiring immediate emergency treatment. Lastly, this drug should be kept out of reach of children, and it is preferable not to transfer it to other containers.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (angioedema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, paleness, severe rash with fever, blisters, peeling skin, pain in oral/ocular mucosa, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attack, respiratory abnormalities accompanied by cough and fever, jaundice (yellowing of skin or eyes), extreme lethargy, sudden and severe headache, thunderclap headache, seizures, confusion, visual disturbances, paralysis,

Mild side effects

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

This medication is sensitive to air and moisture and should be stored in a tightly sealed container. Additionally, it is important to keep it in a cool place below 30 degrees Celsius to maintain its effectiveness.

Appearance

Light yellow-brown rectangular film-coated tablets

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle