Amlodipine + Valsartan: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Amlodipine + Valsartan Benefits & Uses

Amlodipine + Valsartan is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

High BP (Read More - Home Remedies for High Blood Pressure)

Amlodipine + Valsartan Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 5 mg amlodipine and 160 mg valsartan
Geriatric	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 5 mg amlodipine and 160 mg valsartan

Amlodipine + Valsartan Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Amlodipine + Valsartan is used -

Moderate

Ankle Swelling
Palpitations (fluttering in chest)
Edema
Peripheral Edema
Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)

Mild

Fatigue
Drowsiness
Flushing
Headache
Nausea or vomiting
Dizziness
पेट दर्द
Weight gain
Weakness
Fainting
Irregular heartbeat
Confusion
Bloody Urine
Difficulty breathing
Loss of appetite
Swelling

Amlodipine + Valsartan Related Warnings

Is the use of Amlodipine + Valsartan safe for pregnant women?

Amlodipine + Valsartan can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Amlodipine + Valsartan safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Amlodipine + Valsartan. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Amlodipine + Valsartan on the Kidneys?

Amlodipine + Valsartan may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Amlodipine + Valsartan on the Liver?

Side effects of Amlodipine + Valsartan rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Amlodipine + Valsartan on the Heart?

Amlodipine + Valsartan may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Severe Interaction of Amlodipine + Valsartan with Other Drugs

Amlodipine + Valsartan should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Itraconazole

Tizanidine

Simvastatin,Ezetimibe

Isoniazid,Pyrazinamide,Rifampicin

Moderate

Aspirin

Atenolol

Clotrimazole

Clarithromycin

Acarbose

Paracetamol,Caffeine,Phenylephrine

Paracetamol,Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan

Amlodipine + Valsartan Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Amlodipine + Valsartan unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Low Blood Pressure
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Liver Disease
Heart Failure
Drug Allergy
Kidney Disease
Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate)
Allergy
Hyperkalemia
Hyperthyroidism

Frequently asked Questions about Amlodipine + Valsartan

Is this Amlodipine + Valsartan habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Amlodipine + Valsartan.

Amlodipine + Valsartan Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Amlodipine + Valsartan

Amlodipine + Valsartan may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Amlodipine + Valsartan

Chances of side effects of drinking alcohol while taking Amlodipine + Valsartan are low. If you feel any adverse effects, please seek medical advice as soon as possible.

Frequently asked Questions about Amlodipine + Valsartan

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Amlodipine + Valsartan cause memory loss?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

No, use of Amlodipine + Valsartan has not been associated with memory loss. But if you are in doubt do discuss with your doctor to check for underlying medical conditions resulting in memory loss.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Amlodipine + Valsartan cause erectile dysfunction?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Yes, Amlodipine + Valsartan can cause erectile dysfunction. It is uncommon side effects of this drug. If you experience erectile dysfunction after consuming this drug, please inform to a doctor, they might give you an alternate therapy.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Amlodipine + Valsartan with telmisatan?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Amlodipine + Valsartan can be taken with telmisartan. As per clinical studies, no harmful interaction has been reported after taking them. However, do not take it without doctors advise. A fixed-dose combination of Amlodipine + Valsartan and telmisartan is available in the market which is used for the treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure).

Question about 5 years ago

How long can I safely take Amlodipine + Valsartan?

Dr. Joydeep Sarkar MBBS , Cardiology, Neurology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, Hepatology, Internal Medicine, Diabetology

Amlodipine + Valsartan is safe to take a long time, even for the rest of life. In fact, it works well I you take it for a long time.

Question over 5 years ago

How does Amlodipine + Valsartan work?

Dr. Joydeep Sarkar MBBS , Cardiology, Neurology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, Hepatology, Internal Medicine, Diabetology

Amlodipine + Valsartan is calcium channel blocker. It works by inhibiting the movement of calcium into vascular smooth muscle cells and cardiac cells which inhibits the contraction of cardiac muscle and vascular smooth muscle and reduce electrical conduction within heart cell and dilate blood vessel. Dilation of the blood vessel reduces the blood pressure.