SOFVASC HCT 5MG 160MG 25 MG TABS 28s

SOFVASC HCT 5mg/160mg/25mg is a combination blood-pressure medicine containing Amlodipine 5mg + Valsartan 160mg + Hydrochlorothiazide 25mg. This triple combination is used under medical supervision to help control high blood pressure (hypertension) when treatment with multiple medicines is required.

Brand: SOFVASC HCT
Strength: 5mg/160mg/25mg
Composition: Amlodipine 5mg + Valsartan 160mg + Hydrochlorothiazide 25mg
Dosage Form: Tablet
Pack Size: 28 Tablets
Category: Antihypertensive / Blood Pressure Medicine

Uses

SOFVASC HCT may be prescribed for:

• High blood pressure (hypertension)
• Blood-pressure control when combination therapy is required
• Patients who need treatment with an ARB, calcium-channel blocker and diuretic

Benefits

• Helps lower and control high blood pressure
• Combines three complementary blood-pressure medicines in one tablet
• May help improve blood-pressure control and reduce the risk of complications associated with uncontrolled hypertension
• Convenient once-daily combination therapy when prescribed appropriately

Possible Side Effects

Some patients may experience:

• Dizziness or light-headedness
• Headache
• Swelling of the ankles or feet
• Fatigue
• Increased urination
• Nausea or stomach discomfort
• Low blood pressure

Hydrochlorothiazide can affect electrolyte levels, while valsartan may affect kidney function and potassium levels. Seek medical attention for severe dizziness, fainting, unusual weakness, irregular heartbeat, facial/lip swelling or difficulty breathing.

Pharmacist Advice

• Take SOFVASC HCT exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
• Take it at approximately the same time each day.
• Because it contains hydrochlorothiazide, it may increase urination; taking it earlier in the day may be preferable unless your doctor advises otherwise.
• Rise slowly from sitting or lying down if you experience dizziness.
• Do not stop your blood-pressure medicine without consulting your doctor.
• Your doctor may monitor blood pressure, kidney function and electrolytes during treatment.
• Avoid potassium supplements or potassium-containing salt substitutes unless your doctor recommends them.
• Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or planning pregnancy. Valsartan-containing medicines should not be used during pregnancy.
• Inform your doctor about other medicines you take, particularly other blood-pressure medicines, diuretics, NSAID painkillers or potassium supplements.