Amlodipine / Valsartan / Hydrochlorothiazide 10 mg / 160 mg / 12.5 mg Film-Coated Tablets
Why use Amlodipine / Valsartan / Hydrochlorothiazide
Amlodipine / Valsartan / Hydrochlorothiazide is used to treat high blood pressure in adult patients whose blood pressure is already controlled while taking amlodipine, valsartan, and hydrochlorothiazide, and who may benefit from taking a single tablet containing all three substances.
Do not take Amlodipine / Valsartan / Hydrochlorothiazide
• If you are more than 3 months pregnant.
• If you are allergic to amlodipine or any other calcium channel blockers, valsartan, hydrochlorothiazide, sulfonamide-derived medicines (medicines used to treat chest or urinary tract infections), or any of the other ingredients of this medicine. If you think you may be allergic, do not take Amlodipine / Valsartan / Hydrochlorothiazide and talk to your doctor.
• If you have liver disease, destruction of the small bile ducts within the liver (biliary cirrhosis) leading to the build-up of bile in the liver (cholestasis).
• If you have severe kidney problems or if you are undergoing dialysis.
• If you are unable to produce urine (anuria).
• If the level of potassium or sodium in your blood is too low despite treatment to increase blood levels.
• If the level of calcium in your blood is too high despite treatment to lower blood levels.
• If you have gout (uric acid crystals in the joints).
• If you have severe low blood pressure (hypotension).
• If you have narrowing of the aortic valve (aortic stenosis) or cardiogenic shock.
• If you suffer from heart failure after a heart attack.
• If you have diabetes or impaired kidney function.
Warnings and Precautions
Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking Amlodipine / Valsartan / Hydrochlorothiazide:
• If you have kidney problems.
• If you have liver problems.
• If you have heart failure or coronary artery disease.
• If you have had a heart attack.
• If you suffer from a disease called systemic lupus erythematosus (also called "lupus" or "SLE").
• If you have diabetes (high blood sugar).
• If you have high levels of cholesterol or triglycerides in your blood.
Possible Side Effects
Consult a doctor immediately if you experience any of the following serious side effects after taking this medicine:
• Dizziness
• Low blood pressure: feeling faint, lightheadedness, sudden loss of consciousness
Other medicines and Amlodipine / Valsartan / Hydrochlorothiazide
Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken, or might take any other medicines. Your doctor may need to change your dose and/or take other precautions. In some cases, you may have to stop using one of the medicines. This is especially important if you are using any of the medicines listed below:
Do not take the treatment with:
• Lithium (a medicine used to treat some types of depression).
• Medicines or substances that increase the amount of potassium in your blood. These include potassium supplements or salt substitutes containing potassium, potassium-sparing medicines, and heparin.
• ACE inhibitors or aliskiren.
How to take Amlodipine / Valsartan / Hydrochlorothiazide
Always take this medicine exactly as your doctor has told you. Check with your doctor if you are unsure. This will help you get the best results and reduce the risk of side effects.
The usual dose of Amlodipine / Valsartan / Hydrochlorothiazide is one tablet per day.
• It is best to take the treatment at the same time each day. Morning is the best time.
• Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water.
• You can take Amlodipine / Valsartan / Hydrochlorothiazide with or without food. Do not take Amlodipine / Valsartan / Hydrochlorothiazide with grapefruit or grapefruit juice.
Depending on how you respond to the treatment, your doctor may suggest a higher or lower dose.
Do not exceed the prescribed dose.
How to store Amlodipine / Valsartan / Hydrochlorothiazide
Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.
Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the carton and blister after EXP. The expiry date refers to the last day of that month.
Do not store above 30°C.
Do not use any pack that is damaged or shows signs of tampering.
Do not dispose of medicines via wastewater or household waste.
Product Details:
Brand: Exforge
Concentration: 10/160/12.5 mg
Quantity: 28 Tablets
Product Type: Tablets
