Exforge Tablets

Exforge Tablets

Exforge tablets come in two strengths: 5/160mg and 10/160mg.

What are Exforge Tablets?
 

Exforge tablets contain both Amlodipine and Valsartan. Amlodipine belongs to a group of medicines known as calcium channel blockers and Valsartan is an angiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB). This medication may be used alone or together with other medicines to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
 

How do do the active ingredients amlodipine and valsartan work as a treatment for High Blood Pressure?

Amlodipine works by affecting the movement of calcium into the cells of the heart and blood vessels. It relaxes and widens the blood vessels and increases the supply of blood and oxygen to the heart which improve blood pressure and the hearts workload.

Valsartan works  by relaxing blood vessels so that blood passes through them more easily. Relaxed vessels increase the supply of blood and oxygen to the heart which improve blood pressure and the hearts workload.

What is High Blood Pressure?

High blood pressure is added workload to the heart and arteries. If this added  pressure continues for a long period of time, the heart and arteries may not function properly. This can damage the blood vessels of the brain, heart, and kidneys, resulting in a stroke, heart failure, or kidney failure. High blood pressure may also increase the risk of heart attacks. With controlled treatment of high blood pressure these problems may be less likely to occur.
 

Emergency supplys of Exforge:
 

Exforge is a prescription only medicine and an Emergency Supply can only be issued if you are currently being prescribed this medication by your GP for high blood pressure.  You will need to fill out a questionnaire, which is then reviewed to make sure Exforge is a suitable treatment for you. You will also need to upload proof that you have used this item before. If your order is approved, your Exforge can be sent directly to you.

Warnings and Precautions

Always take this medication exactly as directed by your GP.

Keep out of sight and Reach of children.

Do not eat or drink grapefruit or grapefruit juice, as this can interact with the medicine.

If you are taking any new medications even over the counter medicines whilst taking Exforge you should make your GP aware to prevent interactions.

Dizziness, lightheadedness, or fainting may also occur, especially when you get up from a lying or sitting position.

Ingredients:
 

Active ingredients: Amlodipine and Valsartan.

How do I take Exforge Tablets?
 

Exforge must be used exactly as your doctor or pharmacist has told you. If you are unsure contact your GP.
 

Recommended starting dose is usually:

One tablet once a day.

Your doctor may increase your dose as needed. 

• You can take this medicine before or after meals.

• It should be taken at the same time each day, with a glass of water.

• Do not take with grapefruit juice.

What are the side effects of Exforge tablets?

Common side effects:

• Flu, stuffy nose, sore throat, and discomfort when swallowing

• Headache

• Swelling in the arms, hands, legs, ankles, or feet

• Fatigue, weakness

• Redness and warming of the face and/or neck.

Uncommon side effects:

• Dizziness

• Nausea and abdominal pain

• Dry mouth

• Drowsiness

• Tingling or numbness in the hands or feet

• Vertigo, Dizziness when getting up 

• Fast heartbeat including palpitations 

• Cough

• Diarrhea, constipation 

• Skin rash, redness of the skin

• Joint inflammation, back pain; joint pain

Rare side effects:

• Feeling anxious

• Ringing in the ears

• Fainting 

• Increased amount of urine or an urgent feeling to urinate

• Erectile dysfunction

• Feeling of heaviness

• Low blood pressure with symptoms such as dizziness, lightheadedness

• Excessive sweating

• Skin rash all over the body, itching, muscle spasms.

Any concerns or queries regarding any side effects this medicine has caused or could cause you can call your GP or our pharmacist.

If you have any severe side effects seek medical assitance as soon as possible.