Valsar-M 5mg/160mg Tablet

Valsar-M 5mg/160mg Tablet, made by Helix Pharma Ltd, is a combination of a calcium channel blocker and an angiotensin II receptor blocker. Its active ingredient is Amlodipine + Valsartan 5mg/160mg, and it is used for high blood pressure (hypertension). Pack size: 2×7 tablets.

Uses of Valsar-M 5mg/160mg Tablet

Valsar-M 5mg/160mg Tablet 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 Valsar-M 5mg/160mg Tablet 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

Valsar-M 5mg/160mg Tablet 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 Valsar-M 5mg/160mg Tablet 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 Valsar-M 5mg/160mg Tablet online in Pakistan

Order Valsar-M 5mg/160mg Tablet 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.

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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.