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Valembic AM 5mg/160mg Tablet 10s

by Alembic Pharmaceuticals Ltd

₹96

Valembic AM 5mg/160mg Tablet 10s

Introduction to Valembic AM 5mg/160mg Tablet 10s

Valembic 160 AM Tablet may be taken on an empty stomach or along with food. However, it is better to take it regularly at a fixed time each day, as prescribed by your doctor. The dose will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. It&rsquos important to keep taking this medicine even if you feel well. By lowering your blood pressure, it is reducing your risk of heart attack or stroke so do not stop taking it unless your doctor tells you to. You can help this medicine work better by making a few changes to your lifestyle such as keeping active, stopping smoking, and eating a low salt and low fat diet.

The most common side effects of this medicine include swelling in your ankles or feet (oedema), headache, sleepiness, dizziness, tiredness, taste change, and upset stomach. Since it may cause sleepiness and dizziness, do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you. Talk to your doctor if any of the side effects bother you or will not go away.

Before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have any kidney or liver problems or severe dehydration. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking it. While using this medicine, your blood pressure will need to be checked often and your kidney function may also need to be tested.

Safety Advice for Valembic AM 5mg/160mg Tablet 10s

  • High risk
  • Moderate risk
  • Safe
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It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Valembic 160 AM Tablet.

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Valembic 160 AM 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.

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Valembic 160 AM Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

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Valembic 160 AM Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.<BR>Valembic 160 AM Tablet may cause side effects such as dizziness, headaches, nausea or tiredness, all of which could affect your ability to concentrate and drive.

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Valembic 160 AM Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Valembic 160 AM Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.<BR>Regular blood pressure monitoring is recommended. No dose adjustment is needed in patients with mild to moderate kidney disease.

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Valembic 160 AM Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Valembic 160 AM Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

How Valembic AM 5mg/160mg Tablet 10s works

Valembic 160 AM Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Amlodipine and Valsartan, which lowers blood pressure effectively. Amlodipine is a calcium channel blocker (CCB) and Valsartan is an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB). They work by relaxing the blood vessels and making the heart more efficient at pumping blood throughout the body.

How To Use Valembic AM 5mg/160mg Tablet 10s

  • 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. Valembic 160 AM Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Side Effects Of Valembic AM 5mg/160mg Tablet 10s

  • Headache
  • Dizziness
  • Ankle swelling
  • Tiredness
  • Palpitations
  • Increased potassium level in blood
  • Sleepiness
  • Taste change
  • Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk)
  • Upset stomach

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FAQ's on Valembic AM 5mg/160mg Tablet 10s

What is the most important information I should know about Valembic AM?

Taking Valembic AM during the last months of pregnancy can cause serious harm or even endanger the unborn baby. Therefore, do not take Valembic AM if you are pregnant. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. If you become pregnant while taking Valembic AM, stop taking Valembic AM and call your doctor immediately.

Who should not be given Valembic AM?

Valembic AM 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, Valembic AM should not be used if you are pregnant or trying to conceive. If you are not sure or have any queries, consult your doctor.

Can I switch in between the brands of Valembic 160 AM Tablet, since currently the brand I am using is not available?

No, do not switch to a different Valembic 160 AM Tablet product unless your doctor says that you should. Since you have to take it daily, keep a stock of it. Each Valembic 160 AM Tablet product releases the medication differently in your body and cannot be used interchangeably. Therefore, if you have any concerns regarding Valembic 160 AM Tablet, consult your 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., Valembic AM, losartan, olmesartan) or Angiotensin Converting Enzyme (ACE) Inhibitors (e.g., ramipril, captopril or enalapril) by the doctor.

Is Valembic AM bad for kidneys?

Valembic AM 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, Valembic AM should be used cautiously in such patients. It should only be used when advised by the doctor.

Does Valembic AM cause weight gain?

No, Valembic AM does not cause weight gain as a side effect. However, if your kidney function deteriorates, your body may swell due to 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 does it take for Valembic AM to start working?

A substantial decrease in blood pressure can be experienced within 2 weeks of starting Valembic AM. The medicine may take up to 4 weeks to show its complete effects. Talk to your doctor in case you have any concerns regarding Valembic AM, but do not stop taking it without consulting the doctor.

Who should not be given Valembic 160 AM Tablet?

Valembic 160 AM 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, Valembic 160 AM 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.

How long do I need to take Valembic AM?

Continue taking Valembic AM 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 Valembic AM does not cure high blood pressure or heart failure but controls them.

How long does it take for Valembic 160 AM Tablet to start working?

A substantial decrease in blood pressure can be experienced within 2 weeks of starting Valembic 160 AM Tablet. The medicine may take up to 4 weeks to show its complete effects. Talk to your doctor in case you have any concerns regarding Valembic 160 AM Tablet, but do not stop taking it without consulting the doctor.

Can I switch in between the brands of Valembic AM, since currently the brand I am using is not available?

No, do not switch to a different Valembic AM product unless your doctor says that you should. Since you have to take it daily, keep a stock of it. Each Valembic AM product releases the medication differently in your body and cannot be used interchangeably. Therefore, if you have any concerns regarding Valembic AM, consult your doctor.

How long do I need to take Valembic 160 AM Tablet?

Continue taking Valembic 160 AM 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 Valembic 160 AM Tablet does not cure high blood pressure or heart failure but controls them.

What is the most important information I should know about Valembic 160 AM Tablet?

Taking Valembic 160 AM Tablet during the last months of pregnancy can cause serious harm or even endanger the unborn baby. Therefore, do not take Valembic 160 AM Tablet if you are pregnant. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. If you become pregnant while taking Valembic 160 AM Tablet, stop taking Valembic 160 AM Tablet and call your doctor immediately.

Does Valembic 160 AM Tablet cause weight gain?

No, Valembic 160 AM Tablet does not cause weight gain as a side effect. However, if your kidney function deteriorates, your body may swell due to 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.

Is Valembic 160 AM Tablet bad for kidneys?

Valembic 160 AM 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, Valembic 160 AM Tablet should be used cautiously in such patients. It should only be used when advised by the doctor.

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Valembic AM 5mg/160mg Tablet 10s

by Alembic Pharmaceuticals Ltd

₹96

Valembic AM 5mg/160mg Tablet 10s

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