About Newday Tablet 5mg/160mg
This combination tablet pairs amlodipine and valsartan to lower high blood pressure in one daily dose.
Newday Tablet Uses
- Management of high blood pressure (hypertension) in adults.
- Use as a single pill combination when blood pressure is not controlled on amlodipine or valsartan alone.
- Long term reduction of cardiovascular strain caused by uncontrolled hypertension.
Newday Tablet Benefits
- A once daily dose simplifies treatment.
- The combination targets blood pressure through two different pathways.
- Better adherence is linked to fewer strokes and heart attacks over time.
What Experts Say
Amlodipine relaxes blood vessels by blocking calcium entry, while valsartan blocks angiotensin II that narrows blood vessels.
Hypertension affects a large share of adults in Pakistan, and many cases go undiagnosed.
Combination tablets simplify treatment and improve adherence.
Drug Class
- Calcium channel blocker (amlodipine)
- Angiotensin II receptor blocker or ARB (valsartan)
- Fixed dose combination antihypertensive
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Newday Tablet 5mg/160mg formula
- Amlodipine 5mg + Valsartan 160mg
How to use Newday Tablet 5mg/160mg?
- Usually taken once daily, with or without food, at the same time each day.
- Swallow whole with a full glass of water.
- A missed dose can be taken as soon as remembered, unless the next dose is close.
- Sudden discontinuation is not advised.
- Ramadan fasting schedules should be discussed with a doctor.
- Regular blood pressure checks help confirm effectiveness.
Drug Interactions
- NSAIDs: Regular use can reduce blood pressure lowering effect.
- Potassium Supplements: Combining with valsartan can push potassium too high.
- Other Blood Pressure Medicines: ACE inhibitors should not be combined with valsartan.
- Simvastatin: Amlodipine can raise simvastatin levels.
- Grapefruit Juice: Large amounts can increase amlodipine levels.
- Lithium: Valsartan can raise lithium levels.
Risks and warnings
- Low Blood Pressure: Dizziness or fainting can occur, especially during hot summers or Ramadan fasting.
- Pregnancy: Valsartan can harm an unborn baby; stop as soon as pregnancy is confirmed.
- Kidney Function: Patients with existing kidney disease need regular blood tests.
- Swelling: Ankle or leg swelling should be reported if severe.
- Liver Disease: Dose adjustment may be needed.
- Heat and Dehydration: Raises the risk of low blood pressure.
- Dizziness or lightheadedness, especially when standing up quickly
- Swelling in the ankles or feet
- Headache
- Fatigue or unusual tiredness
- Flushing or a feeling of warmth in the face
- Nausea
- Signs of an allergic reaction, such as facial swelling or difficulty breathing (serious)
- Fainting or a very fast, irregular heartbeat (serious)
- Yellowing of the skin or eyes (serious)
Storage Conditions
- Room temperature storage below 30 degrees Celsius, away from direct sunlight.
- The original blister pack protects from humidity.
- Bathroom shelves and kitchen counters best avoided.
- A place out of reach of children and pets.
- Expired tablets returned to a pharmacy for disposal.
