Why is Exforge prescribed?

Amlodipine and Valsartan (Exforge) is prescribed for the management of high blood pressure (hypertension) in adults. It may be given when one type of medication is not able to control your blood pressure or when you are just starting to use antihypertensive medications if your doctor decides you need multiple drugs to control your blood pressure.

What does it do?

Hypertension is a medical condition wherein the force that the blood exerts on the walls of your blood vessels is too high. When hypertension is not treated, it can lead to cardiac problems such as strokes and heart attacks. Incorporating a healthy diet and regular exercise in your lifestyle is beneficial in controlling your blood pressure.

Amlodipine is classified as a calcium channel blocker that relaxes your heart muscles and blood vessels. Valsartan is classified as an angiotensin II receptor antagonist that prevents the action of substances in the body that causes the blood vessels to tighten. Together, they work by allowing better blood flow and eventually lowering blood pressure.

How should I take it?

Exforge is available as a 5mg/80mg tablet. It is intended for oral administration. It can be taken with or without meals. Take it at the same time every day and swallow it as a whole. Do not crush, chew, break it in half, or tamper the tablet in any way.

Take Exforge exactly as your doctor instructed and do not make alterations in the dosage or frequency.

Exforge does not treat your high blood pressure, it only helps in controlling it. The full effect of Exforge may take 4 weeks before it is evident. Do not stop taking it even if you feel well. Consult your doctor before you stop taking the medication.

What if I missed a dose?

Taking the dose properly at the scheduled time is needed to attain the desired effect of the drug. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and catch the next dose at the regular time.Do not take two doses just to make up for your missed dose.

What are the special precautions before taking Exforge?

Inform your doctor if you are allergic to Amlodipine, Valsartan, any component of Exforge, or other medications.

Inform your doctor of your past and present medical history if you have or have diarrhea and are vomiting, had heart problems, a heart attack, kidney disease, or liver disease.

If you are on a low salt diet, tell your doctor as well.

Avoid alcohol intake and do not get up too quickly when standing up from a sitting or lying position to prevent dizziness.

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Does it have any side effects?

It is important to note that all drugs have corresponding side effects and adverse reactions. Additional information may be obtained when you ask your doctor or pharmacist.

Common side effects may include:
• Diarrhea
• Dizziness
• Fatigue
• Headache
• Sore throat
• Stomach upset
• Tingling sensation on your hands or feet
• Upper respiratory tract infection

Serious side effects may include:
• Chest pain
• Difficulty breathing
• Fainting
• Irregular heartbeats
• Swelling of the hands, ankles or feet
• Weight gain

Is it safe to take it with another drug?

Some drug interactions may cause serious or life-threatening reactions when administered together. Immediately inform your doctor if you are taking Amlodipine and Valsartan with any of the following medications:

• Amiloride
• Biaxin
• Captopril
• Dilantin
• Dolasetron
• Dyrenium
• Enalapril
• Fosinopril
• Fosphenytoin
• Ibuprofen
• K-dur
• Lemborexant
• Lithium
• Mitotane
• Naproxen
• Nizoral
• Phenobarbital
• Potassium gluconate
• Restasis
• Rifabutin
• Rifadin
• Ritonavir
• Sporanox
• Tegretol
• Telithromycin
• Trandolapril
• Trimethoprim
• Univasc
• Urocit-K
• Zanaflex
• Zestril
• Zocor
• Food rich in potassium (salt substitutes)
• Multivitamins with minerals

Tell your doctor of any prescription and non-prescription medications, vitamins, supplements, and herbal products you are taking to prevent interactions with these medications. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for other possible interactions not listed within this section.

How should I store it?

Store Exforge at room temperature (20-25 °C) in a clean environment away from light and moisture. Do not keep it in the bathroom. Always keep it in the container it came in and keep it tightly closed. Keep out of reach from children and pets. Throw away unused or expired medications. Do not flush it in the toilet or down the sink. Consult your pharmacist on the proper disposal of this medication.

What action should I take in case of overdose?

Some symptoms of overdose may include the following:

In the event of an overdose, inform your doctor and seek immediate medical attention.

Is it safe for pregnant or breastfeeding women?

The use of Amlodipine and Valsartan can cause harm to the fetus when given to pregnant women. According to the US FDA, it is categorized as Pregnancy Category D which states that there is evidence of harm to the fetus with the use of this medication.

It is unknown if Valsartan is present in human milk while Amlodipine is present in human milk. The use of Amlodipine and Valsartan is not recommended when breastfeeding an infant and should be discontinued unless instructed by your doctor.

The use of Amlodipine and Valsartan in pregnant and breastfeeding women should be avoided. If you are pregnant or become pregnant while taking Amlodipine and Valsartan, discontinue taking the medication as soon as possible and inform your doctor immediately.

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