Duoval/Duoval Max

Duoval/Duoval Max

valsartan + hydrochlorothiazide

Manufacturer:

Tabros Pharma

Distributor:

EuroAsia
Concise Prescribing Info
Contents
Duoval FC tab Valsartan 80 mg, hydrochlorothiazide 12.5 mg. Duoval Max FC tab Valsartan 160 mg, hydrochlorothiazide 12.5 mg
Dosage/Direction for Use
Heart failure Initially 40 mg bid, increased up to 80 mg & 160 mg bid. Max daily dose: 320 mg in divided doses.
Administration
May be taken with or without food.
Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to valsartan, hydrochlorothiazide & other sulfonamide-derived drugs. Anuria.
Special Precautions
Hypokalemia. Monitor for clinical signs of fluid or electrolyte imbalance (hyponatremia, hypochloremic alkalosis, hypokalemia). Renal & hepatic impairment. Pregnancy & lactation.
Adverse Reactions
Headache, upper resp infection, sinusitis, back & chest pain. Dizziness. Allergic reaction, anaphylaxis, asthenia & dependent edema.
Drug Interactions
Hydrochlorothiazide: Potentiation w/ alcohol, barbiturates or narcotics. Antidiabetics (oral & insulin).
MIMS Class
Angiotensin II Antagonists / Diuretics
ATC Classification
C09DA03 - valsartan and diuretics ; Belongs to the class of angiotensin II receptor blockers (ARBs) in combination with diuretics. Used in the treatment of cardiovascular disease.
Presentation/Packing
Form
Duoval FC tab
Packing/Price
28's
Form
Duoval Max FC tab
Packing/Price
28's
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