About amlodipine besylate + valsartan
Calcium channel blocker and angiotensin receptor blocker
Used for
- Treats high blood pressure when one medicine alone is insufficient.
Usual adult dose
Usually one tablet once daily; dose is adjusted to blood pressure response.
Common side effects
- Swelling of ankles or feet
- Dizziness or headache
- Tiredness
- Low blood pressure
Important warnings
- Can harm or cause death to an unborn baby; avoid during pregnancy.
- May cause kidney problems or high blood potassium.
- Use caution with dehydration, kidney disease, or liver disease.
- May cause dizziness, especially when starting treatment.
Pregnancy
Avoid during pregnancy, particularly after the first trimester; stop promptly if pregnancy occurs because valsartan can harm the fetus.
Breastfeeding
Information is limited; use during breastfeeding requires clinician assessment, particularly for newborn or premature infants.
Interactions
- Potassium supplements and potassium-sparing diuretics may raise potassium.
- Lithium levels may increase.
- NSAIDs, including ibuprofen, may worsen kidney function or reduce blood-pressure control.
- ACE inhibitors or aliskiren can increase kidney problems, low blood pressure, and high potassium.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.