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Extor 5/160 Tablet Uses
Extor 5/160 is used for the treatment of hypertension or high blood pressure. It contains the active ingredients Valsartan and Amlodipine. Valsartan is an angiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB) that helps lower blood pressure by relaxing the blood vessels. Amlodipine is a calcium channel blocker that is also used to treat high blood pressure and coronary artery disease. Extor helps blood flow easier by blocking a substance that can cause tightening of the blood vessels. High blood pressure can lead to severe problems like strokes, heart attacks, or kidney diseases if not dealt with, therefore medicines like Extor are prescribed for the management of hypertension to keep these problems under control.
Extor 5/160 mg Tablet formula
Risks and warnings
You should know the risks and warnings of Extor to prevent its misuse. There are some specific circumstances under which the use of certain medications is contraindicated or considered dangerous. So when taking any medicine it's always a good practice to familiarize yourself with its risks and warnings.
The risks and warnings associated with Extor 5/160 are:
Do not use Extor tablet if you are pregnant as it can lead to birth defects and other complications. It can cause injury or even death to the developing fetus.
This medicine is considered unsafe to use during lactation. Do not use it if you are breastfeeding.
Patients allergic to Valsartan, Amlodipine or any of the ingredients in Extor 5/160 are advised not to use it.
Do not consume alcohol when taking this medicine as it can cause further drowsiness and dizziness.
If you are taking Extor 5/160 you should avoid driving as it can affect your ability to drive.
Avoid operating machinery when taking an Extor 5/160 mg tablet.
The use of this medicine in children under the age of 18 years has not been declared safe. Observe caution and refer to your doctor for further advice.
In elderly patients, caution is advised when increasing the dose of Extor 5/160.
How to use Extor 5/160 mg Tablet?
- Take the tablet by mouth with a glass of water
- Extor 5/160 can be taken with or without food
- Do not crush or chew the tablet
- Follow the dosage instructions of your doctor
- The recommended dosage is usually 1 tablet per day
Extor 5/160 Side Effects
The common side effects of Extor 5/160 are:
- Headache
- Asthenia
- Influenza
- Vertigo
- Hot flushes
- Fatigue
Contraindications
The use of Extor is contraindicated in:
- Patients who have hypersensitivity to its active ingredients
- Severe hypotension
- Severe hepatic impairment, biliary cirrhosis, or cholestasis
- Acute myocardial infarction
- Shock
- Patients in second or third trimester of pregnancy
- Hemodynamically unstable heart failure
Drug Interactions
Extor may interact with the following drugs. Concomitant use is not recommended:
- Grapefruit juice
- CYP3A4 inhibitors
- Simvastatin
- NSAIDs
- Potassium supplements
Storage Conditions
- Store the medicine at room temperature
- Keep out of reach and sight of children
- Protect it from sunlight and moisture
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