Covam 5mg/160mg Tablets

Covam 5mg/160mg Tablets contains Amlodipine + Valsartan 5mg/160mg, a combination of a calcium channel blocker and an angiotensin II receptor blocker. Made by Getz Pharma Ltd, it is prescribed for high blood pressure (hypertension). Pack size: 14 tablets.

Uses of Covam 5mg/160mg Tablets

Covam 5mg/160mg Tablets is used to lower high blood pressure in adults whose blood pressure is not well controlled with one medicine alone, or who already take amlodipine and valsartan separately. Keeping blood pressure under control reduces the long-term risk of stroke, heart attack, heart failure and kidney damage. It is a long-term treatment and usually needs to be taken even when you feel well.

How Covam 5mg/160mg Tablets works

Amlodipine relaxes and widens the blood vessels by blocking calcium from entering the muscle cells in their walls. Valsartan blocks the action of angiotensin II, a hormone that narrows blood vessels and makes the body hold on to salt and water. Together they lower blood pressure more than either medicine alone.

Possible side effects

Covam 5mg/160mg Tablets is generally well tolerated. Side effects that some people notice, especially in the first few weeks, include:

• Swelling of the ankles or feet
• Dizziness, particularly when standing up
• Headache
• Flushing or a feeling of warmth
• Tiredness

Get medical help straight away if you develop swelling of the face, lips or tongue, difficulty breathing, fainting, chest pain, or a marked drop in how much urine you pass.

Precautions and warnings

• Do not take Covam 5mg/160mg Tablets if you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy, as valsartan can harm the unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are breastfeeding.
• Tell your doctor if you have kidney or liver disease, heart failure, a narrowed heart valve or low blood pressure.
• Avoid potassium supplements or salt substitutes containing potassium unless your doctor advises them, and mention if you take diuretics, lithium or painkillers such as ibuprofen or diclofenac.
• Get up slowly from sitting or lying down, and do not drive if you feel dizzy, especially when starting treatment.
• Your doctor may check your blood pressure, kidney function and potassium levels from time to time.

Storage

Store below 30°C in a dry place, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep it in the original pack until use. Keep all medicines out of the reach of children.

Buy Covam 5mg/160mg Tablets online in Pakistan

Order Covam 5mg/160mg Tablets from Medimart and get genuine medicines delivered to your door in 2 to 3 working days, with cash on delivery available across Pakistan. You can also compare other brands of Amlodipine + Valsartan by price and pack size. This is a prescription medicine, so please use it only as advised by your doctor.

Disclaimer: This information is for general awareness and does not replace advice from a doctor or pharmacist. Always follow the dose prescribed for you and read the leaflet inside the pack.