Valfect H 80mg/12.5mg Tablet
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Introduction of Valfect H Tablet
Valfect H 80mg/12.5mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines. It helps to control high blood pressure in different ways. If high blood pressure is not treated it can lead to heart attacks, strokes and kidney failure.
Valfect H 80mg/12.5mg Tablet is a combination of an antihypertensive and a diuretic medicine.
Valfect H 80mg/12.5mg Tablet is a combination of an antihypertensive and a diuretic medicine.
Uses of Valfect H Tablet
Benefits of Valfect H Tablet
In Hypertension (high blood pressure)
Valfect H 80mg/12.5mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines namely Valsartan and Hydrochlorothiazide. It is generally used when one medicine alone is not controlling your blood pressure effectively. Valsartan works by relaxing and widening your blood vessels so your blood can flow more easily. This will lower your blood pressure. Hydrochlorothiazide is known as a diuretic (water pill) which increases urine output thereby lowering blood pressure. If your blood pressure is controlled you are less at risk of having a heart attack, stroke, or kidney problems. The medicine must be taken regularly as prescribed to be effective. You do not usually feel any direct benefit from taking this medicine, but it works in the long term to keep you well.
Side effects of Valfect H Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Valfect H
- Nausea
- Taste change
- Diarrhea
- Upset stomach
- Dizziness
- Decreased blood pressure
- Headache
- Fatigue
- Increased blood lipid level
- Electrolyte imbalance
- Increased blood uric acid
- Glucose intolerance
How to use Valfect H Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Valfect H 80mg/12.5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Valfect H 80mg/12.5mg Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Valfect H 80mg/12.5mg Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Valfect H 80mg/12.5mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Valfect H 80mg/12.5mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Valfect H 80mg/12.5mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Valfect H 80mg/12.5mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Valfect H 80mg/12.5mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Use of Valfect H 80mg/12.5mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Liver
CAUTION
Valfect H 80mg/12.5mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Valfect H 80mg/12.5mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Valfect H Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Valfect H 80mg/12.5mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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Quick tips
Valfect H Tablet
- You have been prescribed Valfect H 80mg/12.5mg Tablet for the treatment of high blood pressure.
- It can be taken with or without food.
- Valfect H 80mg/12.5mg Tablet may cause dehydration. Drink plenty of fluids and inform your doctor if you develop extreme thirst, very dry mouth or muscle weakness.
- It may cause dizziness. Get up slowly when rising from a sitting or lying position.
- Use of Valfect H 80mg/12.5mg Tablet during pregnancy or breastfeeding is unsafe.
- It may also decrease the risk of stroke and heart attacks.
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FAQs
Valfect H Tablet
How long does it take for Valfect H 80mg/12.5mg Tablet to start working?
A substantial decrease in blood pressure can be experienced within 2 weeks of starting Valfect H 80mg/12.5mg Tablet. However, the medicine may take up to 4 weeks to show its complete effects. Talk to your doctor in case you have any concerns regarding Valfect H 80mg/12.5mg Tablet, but do not stop taking it without consulting the doctor.
Which medicine is considered safe for treating high blood pressure?
There are many blood pressure-lowering medicines which can be considered safe. The doctor will advise the exact use of these medicines, keeping various factors such as age, gender, other coexisting diseases, etc. into consideration. Also, the effect of the medicine and response of the patient can vary from person to person. For instance, a person below 55 years of age having no other co-existing disease may be prescribed angiotensin II receptor antagonists (ARAs) (e.g., Valfect H 80mg/12.5mg Tablet, losartan, olmesartan) or Angiotensin Converting Enzyme (ACE) Inhibitors (e.g., ramipril, captopril or enalapril) by the doctor.
Is Valfect H 80mg/12.5mg Tablet bad for kidneys?
Valfect H 80mg/12.5mg Tablet does not generally affect the working of a proper functioning kidney. However, there is limited data to support the safety of patients who have existing severe kidney impairment (creatinine clearance <10 ml/min) and are on dialysis. Hence, Valfect H 80mg/12.5mg Tablet should be used cautiously in such patients. It should only be used when advised by the doctor.
Who should not be given Valfect H 80mg/12.5mg Tablet?
Valfect H 80mg/12.5mg Tablet should not be given to patients who are allergic to it, have severe liver disease, have diabetes or impaired kidney function. Also, its use should be restricted if you are being treated with blood pressure lowering medicine containing Aliskiren. In addition to that, Valfect H 80mg/12.5mg Tablet should not be used if you are pregnant or trying to conceive. If you are not sure or have any queries, consult your doctor.
Does Valfect H 80mg/12.5mg Tablet cause weight gain?
No, Valfect H 80mg/12.5mg Tablet does not cause weight gain as a side effect. However, if your kidney function deteriorates, your body may swell due to the accumulation of water (fluid retention), resulting in weight gain. Inform your doctor if you experience any unexplained weight gain or swelling in your feet, ankles or hands.
How long do I need to take Valfect H 80mg/12.5mg Tablet?
Continue taking Valfect H 80mg/12.5mg Tablet as long as your doctor has prescribed. Do not stop taking it even if you start feeling better. You may even have to take it lifelong, since Valfect H 80mg/12.5mg Tablet does not cure high blood pressure or heart failure but controls them.
What is the most important information I should know about Valfect H 80mg/12.5mg Tablet?
Taking Valfect H 80mg/12.5mg Tablet during the last months of pregnancy can cause serious harm or even endanger the unborn baby. Therefore, do not take Valfect H 80mg/12.5mg Tablet if you are pregnant. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. If you become pregnant while taking Valfect H 80mg/12.5mg Tablet, stop taking Valfect H 80mg/12.5mg Tablet and call your doctor immediately.
Can I switch in between the brands of Valfect H 80mg/12.5mg Tablet, since currently the brand I am using is not available?
No, do not switch to a different Valfect H 80mg/12.5mg Tablet product unless your doctor says that you should. Since you have to take it daily, keep a stock of it. Each Valfect H 80mg/12.5mg Tablet product releases the medication differently in your body and cannot be used interchangeably. Therefore, if you have any concerns regarding Valfect H 80mg/12.5mg Tablet, consult your doctor.
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- Mayo Clinic. Valsartanand Hydrochlorothiazide. [Accessed 11 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
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