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About Co-Diovan 80/12.5 Tablet

HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE+VALSARTAN is an 'anti-hypertensives' medication primarily used for lowering high blood pressure (hypertension) by removing extra fluid (electrolytes) from the body. High blood pressure is a chronic condition in which the blood's force against the artery wall is high. As a result, it increases the risk of heart-related diseases like heart attack, heart failure, stroke, irregular heartbeat, and other complications.

Uses of Co-Diovan 80/12.5 Tablet

Hypertension (high blood pressure)

Medicinal Benefits of Co-Diovan 80/12.5 Tablet

HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE+VALSARTAN is primarily used to reduce high blood pressure. It is a combination of two medicines, namely: Valsartan and Hydrochlorothiazide. Valsartan is a blood pressure-lowering medicine that blocks the hormone angiotensin, thereby relaxing and widening the narrowed blood vessels. This allows the blood to flow more smoothly in the blood vessels, and the heart can pump more efficiently. On the other hand, Hydrochlorothiazide is a diuretic or water pill that works by removing extra water/fluid and certain electrolytes overload from the body. Together, HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE+VALSARTAN lowers the fluid overload, raised blood pressure, improves blood flow, and reduces the future risk of a heart attack and stroke.

Directions for Use

HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE+VALSARTAN should not be used unless prescribed by a doctor. Always take HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE+VALSARTAN exactly as your doctor told you. Your doctor will advise you how often you take your tablets based on your medical condition. Swallow HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE+VALSARTAN with a full glass of water.

Side Effects of Co-Diovan 80/12.5 Tablet

• Nausea
• Diarrhea
• Taste change
• Dizziness
• Upset stomach
• Decreased blood pressure
• Fatigue
• Headache
• Increased blood lipid level
• Increased blood uric acid
• Electrolyte imbalance
• Glucose intolerance.

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For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

Before taking HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE+VALSARTAN inform your doctor if you have liver disease, kidney disease, gout (inflammation and pain in joints), loss of water and minerals from the body, and skin cancer. If you have diarrhea, vomiting or sweating, immediately inform your doctor as it may cause serious loss of body water and risk of lightheadedness (feeling of dizziness and faintness). HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE+VALSARTAN may affect the blood sugar, inform your doctor if you have diabetes and regularly monitor your blood sugar level. This HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE+VALSARTAN may increase skin cancer risk, thus avoiding going in the sun and using sunscreen, and wearing protective cloth when you are going out. Do not use potassium supplements or salt substitutes unless the doctor has told you. This HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE+VALSARTAN should not be used for children as the safety and efficacy of HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE+VALSARTAN in children have not been established. You are recommended not to consume alcohol and HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE+VALSARTAN to avoid unpleasant side effects like drowsiness, dizziness, and liver damage. Drive with caution, HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE+VALSARTAN usually causes drowsiness and affects driving ability.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction:

This medicine may interact with an antidepressant (lithium), antidiabetic medicines (metformin, insulin), other anti-hypertensive medicines (atenolol, aliskiren, captopril, enalapril, lisinopril, ramipril, metoprolol), pain killers (ibuprofen, codeine), medicines used for arthritis (dexamethasone).

Drug-Disease Interaction:

The efficacy of HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE+VALSARTAN is affected, and the disease condition may even worsen if taken in patients with a recent or history of heart disease, low blood pressure, low potassium level, thyroid disease, asthma, diabetes, and allergy.

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL

You are recommended not to consume alcohol and HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE+VALSARTAN to avoid unpleasant side effects like drowsiness, dizziness, and liver damage.

PREGNANCY

HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE+VALSARTAN is not recommended during pregnancy. This medicine may cause fetal damage and can cause serious harm to the unborn baby (fetus).

BREAST FEEDING

HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE+VALSARTAN is known to pass breast milk, but its effect on the baby is not known. So, before breastfeeding, let your doctor know about this.

DRIVING

Drive with caution, HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE+VALSARTAN usually causes drowsiness and affects driving ability.

LIVER

HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE+VALSARTAN to be taken with caution, especially if you have had a history of liver disease. Your doctor will have to change the dosage depending on your medical condition and your reaction to treatment.

KIDNEY

HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE+VALSARTAN to be taken with caution, especially if you have had a history of kidney disease. Your doctor will have to change the dosage depending on your medical condition and your reaction to treatment.