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Manufacturer/Marketer :

Astra Zeneca Pharma India Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

Therapeutic Class

ANTI- HYPERTENSIVES

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Corporate & Registered Office, Block N1, 12Th Floor, Manyata Embassy Business Park, Rachenahalli, Outer Ring Road, 560045, Bangalore
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FAQs

Valfect H 80 Tablet is a combination of two medicines, namely: Valsartan and Hydrochlorothiazide. Valsartan is an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB) that blocks the hormone angiotensin and relaxes blood vessels. This allows the blood to flow more smoothly in the blood vessels, and the heart can pump more efficiently. Hydrochlorothiazide (diuretic or water pill) removes extra water and certain electrolytes from the body. Together, both lower fluid overload, blood pressure improves blood flow and reduce the future risk of a heart attack.

Yes, Valfect H 80 Tablet can cause dizziness. It is advised to avoid driving or operate any heavy machinery while taking Valfect H 80 Tablet . In case you feel dizzy or lightheaded, it is advised to rest for some time until you feel better.

In case you have missed a dose of Valfect H 80 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 Valfect H 80 Tablet will lead to low blood pressure.

No, you are advised to 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.

Do not use Valfect H 80 Tablet if you are pregnant, planning for pregnancy, or unable to urinate. If you have diabetes and taking Valfect H 80 Tablet with other blood pressure-lowering pills like 'aliskiren,' immediately stop taking both together and consult a doctor.

No, Valfect H 80 Tablet does not lead to weight gain as a side effect. However, if your kidney function worsens, your body may swell due to water build-up (fluid retention), causing weight gain. Advise your doctor if you feel any unexplained weight gain or swelling in your ankles, feet, or hands.

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Alcohol

Unsafe

You are recommended not to consume alcohol and Valfect H 80 Tablet to avoid unpleasant side effects like drowsiness, dizziness, and liver damage.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

Valfect H 80 Tablet is not recommended during pregnancy. This medicine may cause fetal damage and can cause serious harm to the unborn baby (fetus).

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Breast Feeding

Unsafe

Valfect H 80 Tablet is known to pass breast milk, but its effect on the baby is not known. So, before breastfeeding, let your doctor know about this.

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Driving

Unsafe

Drive with caution, Valfect H 80 Tablet usually causes drowsiness and affects driving ability.

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Liver

Caution

Valfect H 80 Tablet to be taken with caution, especially if you have had a history of liver disease. Your doctor will have to change the dosage depending on your medical condition and your reaction to treatment.

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Kidney

Caution

Valfect H 80 Tablet to be taken with caution, especially if you have had a history of kidney disease. Your doctor will have to change the dosage depending on your medical condition and your reaction to treatment.

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Children

Caution

Valfect H 80 Tablet should not be used for children as the safety and efficacy of Valfect H 80 Tablet in children have not established.

About Valfect H 80 Tablet

Valfect H 80 Tablet is an 'anti-hypertensives' medication primarily used for lowering high blood pressure (hypertension) by removing extra fluid (electrolytes) from the body. High blood pressure is a chronic condition in which the blood's force against the artery wall is high. As a result, it increases the risk of heart-related diseases like heart attack, heart failure, stroke, irregular heartbeat, and other complications.

Valfect H 80 Tablet is a combination of two medicines namely Valsartan and hydrochlorothiazide. Valsartan is a blood pressure-lowering medicine that blocks the hormone angiotensin, thereby relaxing and widening the narrowed blood vessels. This allows the blood to flow more smoothly in the blood vessels, and the heart can pump more efficiently. On the other hand, Hydrochlorothiazide is a diuretic or water pill that works by removing extra water/fluid and certain electrolytes overload from the body. Together, Valfect H 80 Tablet lowers the fluid overload, raised blood pressure, improves blood flow, and reduces the future risk of a heart attack and stroke.

Take Valfect H 80 Tablet as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take Valfect H 80 Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical conditions. You may experience nausea, diarrhea, taste change, dizziness, upset stomach, decreased blood pressure, fatigue, headache, increased blood lipid level, increased blood uric acid, electrolyte imbalance, glucose intolerance. Most of these side effects of Valfect H 80 Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Valfect H 80 Tablet should not be taken if you are known to be allergic to Valfect H 80 Tablet or any other medicines. Try not to stop taking this medicine of your own. Let your doctor know about this, as it may cause a rise in blood pressure and increase heart disease and stroke risk. Do not use potassium supplements or salt substitutes unless the doctor has told you. This Valfect H 80 Tablet should not be used for children as the safety and efficacy of Valfect H 80 Tablet in children have not been established. You are recommended not to consume alcohol and Valfect H 80 Tablet to avoid unpleasant side effects like drowsiness, dizziness, and liver damage. Drive with caution, Valfect H 80 Tablet usually causes drowsiness and affects driving ability.

Uses of Valfect H 80 Tablet

Hypertension (high blood pressure)

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Medicinal Benefits

Valfect H 80 Tablet is primarily used to reduce high blood pressure. It is a combination of two medicines, namely: Valsartan and Hydrochlorothiazide. Valsartan is a blood pressure-lowering medicine that blocks the hormone angiotensin, thereby relaxing and widening the narrowed blood vessels. This allows the blood to flow more smoothly in the blood vessels, and the heart can pump more efficiently. On the other hand, Hydrochlorothiazide is a diuretic or water pill that works by removing extra water/fluid and certain electrolytes overload from the body. Together, Valfect H 80 Tablet lowers the fluid overload, raised blood pressure, improves blood flow, and reduces the future risk of a heart attack and stroke.

Directions for Use

Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it.

Side Effects of Valfect H 80 Tablet

  • Nausea
  • Diarrhea
  • Taste change
  • Dizziness
  • Upset stomach
  • Decreased blood pressure
  • Fatigue
  • Headache
  • Increased blood lipid level
  • Increased blood uric acid
  • Electrolyte imbalance
  • Glucose intolerance.

Drug Warnings

Before taking Valfect H 80 Tablet inform your doctor if you have liver disease, kidney disease, gout (inflammation and pain in joints), loss of water and minerals from the body, and skin cancer. If you have diarrhea, vomiting or sweating, immediately inform your doctor as it may cause serious loss of body water and risk of lightheadedness (feeling of dizziness and faintness). Valfect H 80 Tablet may affect the blood sugar, inform your doctor if you have diabetes and regularly monitor your blood sugar level. This Valfect H 80 Tablet may increase skin cancer risk, thus avoiding going in the sun and using sunscreen, and wearing protective cloth when you are going out. Do not use potassium supplements or salt substitutes unless the doctor has told you. This Valfect H 80 Tablet should not be used for children as the safety and efficacy of Valfect H 80 Tablet in children have not been established. You are recommended not to consume alcohol and Valfect H 80 Tablet to avoid unpleasant side effects like drowsiness, dizziness, and liver damage. Drive with caution, Valfect H 80 Tablet usually causes drowsiness and affects driving ability.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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How does the drug interact with Valfect H 80 Tablet:
Using Aliskiren together with Valfect H 80 Tablet may increase the risk of serious side effects (kidney problems, low blood pressure, or high potassium levels).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Valfect H 80 Tablet with Aliskiren is not advised as it can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. You should seek medical attention if you experience nausea, vomiting, weakness, confusion, tingling of the hands and feet, feelings of heaviness in the legs, a weak pulse, or a slow or irregular heartbeat. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Valfect H 80 Tablet:
Taking Cisapride and Valfect H 80 Tablet can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm which can be severe. The risk increases in patients with a history of heart illness or electrolyte imbalance.

How to manage the interaction:
Combining Cisapride and Valfect H 80 Tablet together is generally avoided as it can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if advised by your doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, or fast or pounding heartbeats, consult the doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
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How does the drug interact with Valfect H 80 Tablet:
Taking Dofetilide and Valfect H 80 Tablet can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm which can be severe. The risk increases in patients with a history of heart illness or electrolyte imbalance.

How to manage the interaction:
Combining Dofetilide and Valfect H 80 Tablet together is not recommended as it can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if advised by your doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, chest pain or tightness, rapid heartbeat, or memory loss, contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
ValsartanPotassium citrate
Severe
How does the drug interact with Valfect H 80 Tablet:
Co-administration of Potassium citrate with Valfect H 80 Tablet may increase the risk of side effects such as low blood pressure, kidney function impairment, and hyperkalemia (high blood potassium).

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Potassium citrate together with Valfect H 80 Tablet may result in an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you experience nausea, vomiting, weakness, disorientation, tingling in your hands and feet, feelings of heaviness in your legs, a weak pulse, or a slow or irregular heartbeat. Maintain proper fluid intake while taking these medications. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
ValsartanPotassium iodide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Valfect H 80 Tablet:
Coadministration of Potassium iodide and Valfect H 80 Tablet may significantly increase potassium levels in the blood, which in severe cases can lead to kidney failure.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Potassium iodide together with Valfect H 80 Tablet may result in an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, contact a doctor immediately if you experience nausea, vomiting, weakness, confusion, tingling of the hands and feet, feelings of heaviness in the legs, a weak pulse, or a slow or irregular heartbeat, contact a doctor. Do not discontinue any medication without consulting a doctor.
ValsartanTriamterene
Severe
How does the drug interact with Valfect H 80 Tablet:
The use of Triamterene and Valfect H 80 Tablet may increase the risk of side effects (low blood pressure, kidney function impairment, and hyperkalemia (high blood potassium).

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Triamterene together with Valfect H 80 Tablet may result in an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, contact a doctor immediately if you experience nausea, vomiting, weakness, confusion, tingling of the hands and feet, feelings of heaviness in the legs, a weak pulse, or a slow or irregular heartbeat. Do not discontinue any medication without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Valfect H 80 Tablet:
Combine use of Enalapril and Valfect H 80 Tablet can increase the effect of Valfect H 80 Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Enalapril together with Valfect H 80 Tablet may result in an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by your doctor. However, contact your doctor immediately if you experience signs and symptoms of hyperkalemia, such as nausea, vomiting, confusion, numbness, tingling in hands and feet, and irregular heartbeat, contact a doctor. Do not discontinue any medication without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Valfect H 80 Tablet:
Coadministration of Lisinopril and Valfect H 80 Tablet may increase the risk of side effects (low blood pressure, kidney function impairment, hyperkalemia (high blood potassium).

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Lisinopril together with Valfect H 80 Tablet may result in an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, contact a doctor immediately if you experience symptoms, such as nausea, vomiting, confusion, numbness, tingling in hands and feet, and irregular heartbeat, contact a doctor. Do not discontinue any medication without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Valfect H 80 Tablet:
Coadministration of Perindopril with Valfect H 80 Tablet may increase the risk of side effects (low blood pressure, kidney function impairment, and hyperkalemia (high blood potassium).

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Perindopril together with Valfect H 80 Tablet may result in an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, contact a doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, confusion, numbness, tingling in hands and feet, and irregular heartbeat, contact a doctor. Do not discontinue any medication without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Valfect H 80 Tablet:
Coadministration of Lithium and Valfect H 80 Tablet increase the blood levels of lithium.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Lithium together with Valfect H 80 Tablet may result in an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, contact a doctor immediately if you experience drowsiness, dizziness, confusion, loose stools, vomiting, muscle weakness, muscle incoordination, shaking of hands and legs, blurred vision, ringing in the ear, excessive thirst, and/or increased urination, contact a doctor. Do not discontinue any medication without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE-12.5MG+VALSARTAN-80MGPotassium rich foods
Moderate

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HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE-12.5MG+VALSARTAN-80MGPotassium rich foods
Moderate
Common Foods to Avoid:
Lentils, Orange Juice, Oranges, Raisins, Potatoes, Salmon Dried, Spinach, Sweet Potatoes, Tomatoes, Coconut Water, Beans, Beetroot, Broccoli, Bananas, Apricots, Avocado, Yogurt

How to manage the interaction:
Consumption of Valfect H 80 Tablet with potassium-containing salt substitutes may increase the potassium levels in the body. Avoid potassium-containing salt substitutes while being treated with Valfect H 80 Tablet.

Drug-Diseases Interactions

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Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • LITHIUM
  • METFORMIN
  • INSULIN
  • ATENOLOL
  • ALISKIREN
  • CAPTOPRIL
  • ENALAPRIL
  • LISINOPRIL
  • RAMIPRIL
  • METOPROLOL
  • IBUPROFEN
  • CODEINE
  • DEXAMETHASONE

Habit Forming

No

Special Advise

  • Do not use Valfect H 80 Tablet if you are pregnant, planning for pregnancy, or unable to urinate.
  • If you have diabetes and taking Valfect H 80 Tablet with other blood pressure-lowering pills like 'aliskiren,' immediately stop taking both together and consult a doctor, as it may cause serious complications.
  • Do not use potassium supplements or salt substitutes while using Valfect H 80 Tablet unless your doctor has told you to do so.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Keep your weight under control with BMI of 19.5-24.9.
  • Do regular physical activity or exercise for at least 150 minutes per week, or about 30 minutes most days of the week. Doing this can help you to lower your raised blood pressure by about 5 mm of Hg.
  • Limit intake of sodium chloride (table salt) in your daily diet to 2300 mg per day or less than 1500 mg is ideal for most adults.
  • If you are taking alcohol, then only one serving for women and two servings for men is advisable.
  • Quitting smoking is the best strategy to lower the risk of heart disease.
  • Avoid chronic stress as it can raise your blood pressure. Try to enjoy and spent time with your loved ones to cope with stress and practice mindfulness techniques.
  • Monitor your blood pressure daily and if there is too much fluctuation, then immediately contact your doctor.
  • Try to include heart-healthy omega 3 fatty acids-containing food drinks in your daily diet. You can also use low-fat cooking oil like olive oil, soybean oil, canola oil, and coconut oil to lower your elevated blood pressure.

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