Sofvasc-HTC Tablet 10mg/160mg/25mg

About Sofvasc-HTC Tablet 10mg/160mg/25mg

Sofvasc-HTC Uses

• High blood pressure not controlled by dual therapy
• Long term hypertension management
• Reducing cardiovascular risk linked to persistent high blood pressure

Sofvasc-HTC Benefits

• Combines three blood pressure lowering mechanisms in one tablet
• Reduces the number of daily pills needed
• Improves treatment consistency for patients with resistant hypertension
• Once daily dosing supports routine adherence

What Experts Say

Cardiologists prescribe Sofvasc-HTC when two blood pressure medicines together have not brought readings under control. It combines amlodipine, valsartan and hydrochlorothiazide, three drugs that lower pressure through different pathways at once. This triple approach often works when single tablets fall short.

Physicians usually start patients on lower dose combinations first and move up to this stronger 10mg/160mg/25mg strength only when needed. Since it merges three medicines into one tablet, doctors say it also improves how consistently patients take their daily dose.

Uncontrolled hypertension is widespread here, often worsened by high salt diets, stress and limited routine checkups. Physicians commonly turn to triple combination tablets like this one for patients who struggle to manage several separate pills. Regular blood pressure and kidney monitoring remains essential throughout treatment.

Drug Class

• Calcium channel blocker
• Angiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB)
• Thiazide diuretic

Sofvasc-HTC Tablet 10mg/160mg/25mg formula

• Amlodipine
• Valsartan
• Hydrochlorothiazide

Available forms

• Tablet

How to use Sofvasc-HTC Tablet 10mg/160mg/25mg?

• Take one tablet by mouth once daily, at the same time each day.
• Swallow the tablet whole with water.
• Take it with or without food, based on your doctor's advice.
• Do not stop the medicine suddenly without consulting your doctor.
• Monitor blood pressure regularly during treatment.

Drug Interactions

• Potassium supplements: Combined use with valsartan can raise blood potassium to unsafe levels.
• NSAIDs: Regular use can reduce the blood pressure lowering effect and stress the kidneys.
• Lithium: This combination can raise lithium levels in the blood.
• Other blood pressure medicine: Combining with additional antihypertensives can cause excessive blood pressure drops.

Risks and warnings

• Low blood pressure: The combination can cause dizziness, especially when standing up quickly.
• Kidney function: Regular monitoring is needed, particularly in older adults or those with existing kidney disease.
• Electrolyte imbalance: Hydrochlorothiazide can lower potassium and sodium levels.
• Pregnancy: This combination should be avoided during pregnancy due to risk to the baby.
• Swelling: Amlodipine can cause ankle or leg swelling in some patients.

Sofvasc-HTC Side Effects

• Dizziness
• Ankle swelling
• Fatigue
• Low blood pressure
• Increased urination
• Muscle cramps
• Headache

Storage Conditions

• Store below 30 degrees Celsius, away from moisture.
• Keep in the original blister pack until ready to use.
• Protect from direct sunlight.
• Discard tablets after the expiry date.
• Keep out of reach of children.