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Exforge 5 mg/160 mg Tablet is an anti-hypertensive medication used to treat essential hypertension (high blood pressure) that is not adequately controlled on either amlodipine or valsartan taken alone. It contains Amlodipine (calcium channel blocker) and Valsartan (angiotensin receptor blocker). Together, amlodipine and valsartan effectively relax and widen the blood vessels. This lowers your blood pressure and makes it easier for your heart to pump blood around your body.
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Exforge 5 mg/160 mg Tablet belongs to the class of 'anti-hypertensive drugs' used to treat essential hypertension (high blood pressure) that is not adequately controlled on either amlodipine or valsartan taken alone. Hypertension or high blood pressure is a chronic condition in which the blood's force against the artery wall is high. As a result, it leads to heart disease, irregular heartbeat, and other complications. Essential means that hypertension has no obvious cause.
Exforge 5 mg/160 mg Tablet contains Amlodipine (calcium channel blocker) and Valsartan (angiotensin receptor blocker). Together, amlodipine and valsartan effectively relax and widen the blood vessels. This lowers your blood pressure and makes it easier for your heart to pump blood around your body.
Exforge 5 mg/160 mg Tablet should be taken as prescribed by your doctor. In some cases, you may experience Feeling sick (nausea), being sick (vomiting), diarrhoea, headaches, flushing, feeling tired, feeling dizzy, pain in your joints or muscles, and swollen ankles. Most of these side effects of Exforge 5 mg/160 mg Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor. It is advisable to drink plenty of fluids while taking Exforge 5 mg/160 mg Tablet.
Before taking the Exforge 5 mg/160 mg Tablet, inform your doctor about all your medical conditions, sensitivities, and medications you are using. Even if you feel better, do not stop taking your medication. Exforge 5 mg/160 mg Tablet should not be used in pregnant or lactating women and the paediatric population. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medicines to rule out any side effects.
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Exforge 5 mg/160 mg Tablet contains Amlodipine (calcium channel blocker) and Valsartan (angiotensin receptor blocker). Together, Amlodipine and Valsartan effectively relax and widen your blood vessels. This lowers your blood pressure and makes it easier for your heart to pump blood around your body. It further helps to reduce the occurrence of heart attack or stroke.
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Exforge 5 mg/160 mg Tablet is not advised for use in pregnant and breastfeeding women. It is recommended not to take if you are allergic to any component present in Exforge 5 mg/160 mg Tablet, has severe liver problems or bile problems such as biliary cirrhosis or cholestasis, or extremely low blood pressure (hypotension), have narrowing of the aortic valve (aortic stenosis) or cardiogenic shock (a condition where your heart is unable to supply enough blood to the body). It is also recommended not to be used if you suffer from heart failure after a heart attack, have diabetes or impaired kidney function, and are treated with a blood pressure lowering medicine containing aliskiren.
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Do not consume alcohol along with Exforge 5 mg/160 mg Tablet to avoid unpleasant side effects.
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Exforge 5 mg/160 mg Tablet is not recommended in pregnancy. This is because Valsartan can reduce the amount of amniotic fluid, especially if taken in the second and third trimesters of pregnancy.
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Exforge 5 mg/160 mg Tablet is not recommended for breastfeeding mothers.
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Driving after taking Exforge 5 mg/160 mg Tablet is not recommended as it may occasionally cause tiredness or dizziness.
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Exforge 5 mg/160 mg Tablet to be taken with caution, especially if you have a liver disease. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.
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Inform your doctor before taking the Exforge 5 mg/160 mg Tablet if you have a history of kidney disease. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks. In case of moderate kidney impairment, potassium level monitoring is advisable.
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Use of Exforge 5 mg/160 mg Tablet in children under 12 years of age is not recommended as the safety and efficacy of Exforge 5 mg/160 mg Tablet in these age groups have not yet been established.
Exforge 5 mg/160 mg Tablet is used to treat Hypertension (high blood pressure).
Exforge 5 mg/160 mg Tablet contains Amlodipine (calcium channel blocker) and Valsartan (angiotensin receptor blocker). Together, amlodipine and valsartan effectively relax and widen your blood vessels. This lowers your blood pressure and makes it easier for your heart to pump blood around your body.
You are not recommended to stop using Exforge 5 mg/160 mg Tablet without consulting your doctor as it may worsen the condition or cause recurring symptoms. Therefore, take Exforge 5 mg/160 mg Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it, and if you experience any difficulty while taking Exforge 5 mg/160 mg Tablet, please consult your doctor.
If you have missed a dose of Exforge 5 mg/160 mg Tablet, you are advised to take it as soon as you remember. However, try not to miss a dose in the first place; if it's time for you to take your next dose, then do not take both doses together. Take only one dose; taking a double dose of Exforge 5 mg/160 mg Tablet will lead to low blood pressure.
Inform your doctor and monitor your blood pressure for at least two weeks before stopping the medicine. Depending upon your current blood pressure readings, there is a possibility your doctor may lower your medicine dosage and not recommend discontinuing it.
Exforge 5 mg/160 mg Tablet is restricted in people with known allergies to any of this medicine's components. It should be used with caution in people with liver impairment. It should also be avoided in women's second and third trimesters of their pregnancy.
Exforge 5 mg/160 mg Tablet can be safely taken as long as your doctor prescribes it. High blood pressure is life-long, and one should not abruptly discontinue it without discussing it with a doctor.
Yes, Exforge 5 mg/160 mg Tablet contains amlodipine, which is known to cause ankle swelling upon long-term use. Please try to keep your feet up when sitting for long hours. If the problem persists still, consult your doctor and do as advised.
Before taking Exforge 5 mg/160 mg Tablet, inform your doctor about all your medical conditions and medications you are using. Let the doctor know if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Discuss with the doctor if you have low blood pressure, heart, kidney or liver problems.
Exforge 5 mg/160 mg Tablet can be taken on an empty stomach or with food. Swallow it as a whole with water.
Take Exforge 5 mg/160 mg Tablet as advised by the doctor. To help you remember to take Exforge 5 mg/160 mg Tablet, take it at around the same time daily.
Exforge 5 mg/160 mg Tablet starts working immediately and you may notice its effects in a few weeks. Continue taking Exforge 5 mg/160 mg Tablet for the prescribed duration for full benefits.
Exforge 5 mg/160 mg Tablet may cause kidney damage in some cases. Consult the doctor if you notice signs of kidney damage such as swelling in feet, legs or ankles, unusual tiredness or weakness, chest pain, difficulty breathing, nausea, seizures, confusion, and reduced need to pee. Let the doctor know if you have kidney problems, have had a kidney transplant, have narrowing of kidney arteries, or have diabetes-related kidney problems.
Exforge 5 mg/160 mg Tablet should not be given to people who are allergic to any of its components. It is also recommended if you have severe liver problems, bile problems such as biliary cirrhosis or cholestasis, severe low blood pressure, aortic stenosis (narrowing of the aortic valve), or cardiogenic shock (a condition in which the heart is unable to supply enough blood to the body).
Exforge 5 mg/160 mg Tablet is not known to cause weight gain. If you notice any changes in weight, consult the doctor.
Exforge 5 mg/160 mg Tablet should be taken for as long as it has been prescribed by the doctor. The doctor will determine the duration of the treatment based on your condition.
Exforge 5 mg/160 mg Tablet should not be taken during pregnancy as it may harm the unborn baby. It is not recommended during breastfeeding as the medicine may pass into breast milk. Avoid consuming grapefruit and grapefruit juice while on treatment with Exforge 5 mg/160 mg Tablet.
Exforge 5 mg/160 mg Tablet may cause side effects like nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, headaches, flushing, feeling tired, feeling dizzy, pain in your joints or muscles, and swollen ankles. Most of these side effects of Exforge 5 mg/160 mg Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor. It is advisable to drink plenty of fluids while taking Exforge 5 mg/160 mg Tablet.
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