Cody Duo Tablet 80/12.5 mg

Adult dose

The recommended dose is one tablet of Valsartan 80 mg / Hydrochlorothiazide 12.5 mg once daily, taken with a small amount of water regardless of meals. Valsartan 160 mg / Hydrochlorothiazide 12.5 mg applies if prescribed for blood pressure lowering. In patients with renal impairment, no dosage adjustment is necessary for mild to moderate renal impairment (creatinine clearance 30 mL/min or more). In patients with liver impairment, bile.

This medication can cause serious harm to the fetus when taken during pregnancy, especially in the second and third trimesters, so it should be discontinued immediately upon confirmation of pregnancy. Those with an allergy to this medication or sulfonamide drugs should not take it, and it is contraindicated in patients with severe liver or kidney disorders. This medication should be administered cautiously in patients with specific conditions such as electrolyte imbalance, decreased kidney function, liver dysfunction, the elderly, or heart disease, and strict observation by a physician is required in such cases. Dizziness or drowsiness may occur during treatment, so caution is needed when driving or operating machinery. This medication may affect potassium levels, so potassium supplements or medications containing potassium should not be taken without consulting a doctor. This medication may make the skin sensitive to sunlight, so precautions against ultraviolet rays should be taken during treatment, and if any skin abnormalities occur, a doctor should be consulted immediately. While taking this medication, blood pressure, kidney function, and electrolyte levels should be regularly checked for abnormalities. There may be interactions with other medications, so if you are taking other medications, you must inform your doctor or pharmacist. In case of overdose, symptoms such as hypotension, arrhythmia, and electrolyte abnormalities may occur, so seek medical attention immediately, and treatment should be administered according to the symptoms. The safety and efficacy of this medication in children has not been established; therefore, its use in children is not recommended. Store this medication in a place out of reach of children, and keep it in its original container away from moisture.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (angioedema), tightness in the chest, difficulty breathing, anaphylaxis-like symptoms, other hypersensitivity/allergic reactions including serum sickness and vasculitis, severe rash with fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain of mucous membranes in the mouth/eyes, toxic epidermal necrolysis (Lyell's Syndrome), severe skin reactions, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attacks, respiratory distress accompanied by cough and fever, acute respiratory distress syndrome.

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 tightly closed container to protect it from air and moisture. Additionally, it should be kept in a cool place below 30 degrees Celsius to maintain its effectiveness.

Appearance

Bright orange oval film-coated tablets

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle