Amlodipine (5mg) + Valsartan (80mg)

Amlodipine (5mg) + Valsartan (80mg) — Uses and Benefits

This medicine is mainly used to treat high blood pressure, especially when a single medicine is not enough to control it.

WHAT THIS MEDICINE IS USED FOR

• Treating hypertension (high blood pressure)
• Used when blood pressure is not controlled by amlodipine or valsartan alone
• Helps reduce long-term risk of heart attack, stroke, and kidney problems linked to high blood pressure

HOW IT WORKS

• Amlodipine relaxes blood vessel walls by blocking calcium entry into muscle cells
• Valsartan blocks the action of a hormone (angiotensin II) that narrows blood vessels
• Together they widen blood vessels, lowering blood pressure and easing the heart's workload

WHAT IT IS NOT USED FOR

• Not used for immediate relief of a sudden severe rise in blood pressure (hypertensive emergency)
• Not a treatment for chest pain occurring suddenly (acute angina attack)
• Not used for general body pain, fever, or infections
• Not suitable for use during pregnancy

How to Use Amlodipine (5mg) + Valsartan (80mg)

HOW TO TAKE IT

• Take exactly as prescribed by your doctor, usually once a day
• Can be taken with or without food, but try to take it at the same time every day
• Swallow the tablet whole with water; do not crush or chew unless your doctor says so
• Do not stop taking it suddenly even if you feel well, as blood pressure can rise again
• Continue regular blood pressure checks as advised by your doctor

IF YOU MISS A DOSE

• Take it as soon as you remember on the same day
• If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue as usual
• Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one

STORAGE

• Store at room temperature, away from direct sunlight and moisture
• Keep in original packaging until ready to use
• Keep out of reach and sight of children
• Do not use after the expiry date printed on the pack

Amlodipine (5mg) + Valsartan (80mg) — Side Effects

COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

• Swelling of ankles or feet
• Headache
• Dizziness
• Tiredness or fatigue
• Flushing (warmth or redness of skin)

LESS COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

• Palpitations (fast or irregular heartbeat)
• Nausea or stomach upset
• Low blood pressure symptoms like light-headedness
• Muscle cramps
• Skin rash or itching

SERIOUS SIDE EFFECTS — STOP AND SEE A DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY

• Swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat with difficulty breathing (allergic reaction)
• Fainting or severe dizziness
• Very slow or very fast heartbeat
• Signs of liver problems: yellowing of eyes/skin, dark urine
• Reduced urine output or signs of kidney problems
• Severe, persistent low blood pressure

This is not a complete list. Report any unusual or persistent symptom to your doctor or pharmacist.

Amlodipine (5mg) + Valsartan (80mg) — Safety Information and Precautions

This is a prescription-only medicine in India and should be taken only after consultation with a registered doctor.

DO NOT TAKE THIS MEDICINE IF YOU

• Are pregnant or planning pregnancy
• Are breastfeeding
• Have known allergy to amlodipine, valsartan, or other similar medicines
• Have severe liver disease
• Have severe narrowing of the aortic valve

TELL YOUR DOCTOR BEFORE STARTING IF YOU

• Have kidney disease or are on dialysis
• Have liver problems
• Have diabetes, especially if you take medicines for blood sugar
• Have a history of low blood pressure or fainting spells
• Are taking potassium supplements or potassium-sparing diuretics
• Are elderly or have heart failure

MEDICINES THAT CAN INTERACT

• Other blood pressure lowering medicines
• Diuretics (water tablets)
• Potassium supplements or salt substitutes containing potassium
• Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) like ibuprofen
• Lithium
• Certain antifungal or antiviral medicines

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Can I take this medicine with alcohol?

Alcohol can increase the blood-pressure-lowering effect and cause dizziness, so it is best avoided or limited; ask your doctor.

How long do I need to take this medicine?

This is usually a long-term treatment for blood pressure control; do not stop without consulting your doctor.

Will this medicine cure my high blood pressure permanently?

• No, it controls blood pressure but does not cure the underlying condition, so it must be taken continuously as directed.
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