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HomeAmlodipine/valsartan Generic name: amlodipine and valsartan [ am-LOE-de-peen-val-SAR-tan ]Brand name: ExforgeDosage form: oral tablet (10 mg-160 mg; 10 mg-320 mg; 5 mg-160 mg; 5 mg-320 mg)Drug class: Angiotensin II inhibitors with calcium channel blockers UsesSide effectsWarningsBefore takingDosageInteractions What is amlodipine and valsartan?Amlodipine and valsartan is a combination medicine used alone or together with other medicines to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) in adults.Lowering blood pressure may lower your risk of a stroke or heart attack.Amlodipine and valsartan may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.Amlodipine and valsartan side effectsGet emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives, difficulty breathing, swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.In rare cases, when you first start taking amlodipine and valsartan, your chest pain may get worse or you could have a heart attack. Seek emergency medical attention or call your doctor right away if you have symptoms such as: chest pain or pressure, pain spreading to your jaw or shoulder, nausea, or sweating.Amlodipine and valsartan may cause serious side effects. Call your doctor at once if you have:a light-headed feeling, like you might pass out;heart problems--swelling, rapid weight gain, feeling short of breath;kidney problems--swelling, urinating less, feeling tired or short of breath; orhigh blood potassium--nausea, weakness, tingly feeling, chest pain, irregular heartbeats, loss of movement.Common side effects include:swelling in your hands or feet;spinning sensation, dizziness; orcold symptoms such as stuffy nose, sneezing, sore throat.This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.WarningsDo not use if you are pregnant. Stop taking this medicine and tell your doctor right away if you become pregnant.Tell your doctor about all your other medicines. Some drugs should not be used with amlodipine and valsartan.Before taking this medicineYou should not use amlodipine and valsartan if you are allergic to it.If you have diabetes, do not take amlodipine and valsartan together with any medication that contains aliskiren (a blood pressure medicine).Tell your doctor if you have ever had:heart problems or low blood pressure;a heart attack;a severe allergic reaction called angioedema to another blood pressure medicine;vomiting or having a lot of diarrhea;liver disease; orkidney disease (or if you are on dialysis).You may also need to avoid taking amlodipine and valsartan with aliskiren if you have kidney disease.Do not use if you are pregnant. Stop using the medicine and tell your doctor right away if you become pregnant. Amlodipine and valsartan can cause injury or death to the unborn baby if you take the medicine during your second or third trimester.Do not breastfeed.How should I take amlodipine and valsartan?Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Your doctor may occasionally change your dose. Use the medicine exactly as directed.Amlodipine and valsartan is usually taken once per day.You may take this medication with or without food.Your blood pressure will need to be checked often and you
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