Co-Diovan 160/25 Tablet should not be given to patients who are allergic to it, have severe liver disease, have diabetes or impaired kidney function. Also, its use should be restricted if you are being treated with blood pressure lowering medicine containing Aliskiren. In addition to that, Co-Diovan 160/25 Tablet should not be used if you are pregnant or trying to conceive. If you are not sure or have any queries, consult your doctor.

Q: Q. Does Co-Diovan 160/25 Tablet cause weight gain?

No, Co-Diovan 160/25 Tablet does not cause weight gain as a side effect. However, if your kidney function deteriorates, your body may swell due to the accumulation of water (fluid retention), resulting in weight gain. Inform your doctor if you experience any unexplained weight gain or swelling in your feet, ankles or hands.

Q: Q. How long do I need to take Co-Diovan 160/25 Tablet?

Continue taking Co-Diovan 160/25 Tablet as long as your doctor has prescribed. Do not stop taking it even if you start feeling better. You may even have to take it lifelong, since Co-Diovan 160/25 Tablet does not cure high blood pressure or heart failure but controls them.

Q: Q. What is the most important information I should know about Co-Diovan 160/25 Tablet?

Taking Co-Diovan 160/25 Tablet during the last months of pregnancy can cause serious harm or even endanger the unborn baby. Therefore, do not take Co-Diovan 160/25 Tablet if you are pregnant. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. If you become pregnant while taking Co-Diovan 160/25 Tablet, stop taking Co-Diovan 160/25 Tablet and call your doctor immediately.

Q: Q. Can I switch in between the brands of Co-Diovan 160/25 Tablet, since currently the brand I am using is not available?

No, do not switch to a different Co-Diovan 160/25 Tablet product unless your doctor says that you should. Since you have to take it daily, keep a stock of it. Each Co-Diovan 160/25 Tablet product releases the medication differently in your body and cannot be used interchangeably. Therefore, if you have any concerns regarding Co-Diovan 160/25 Tablet, consult your doctor.

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Marketer

Novartis India Ltd

SALT COMPOSITION

Valsartan (160mg) + Hydrochlorothiazide (25mg)

Storage

Store below 30°C

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Product introduction

Co-Diovan 160/25 Tablet is a combination of two medicines. It helps to control high blood pressure in different ways. If high blood pressure is not treated it can lead to heart attacks, strokes and kidney failure.

You can take Co-Diovan 160/25 Tablet with or without food. The dose will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. Try to take it at the same time each day. It is important to keep taking this medicine until your doctor tells you not to. It contains a diuretic (water pill) and will make you urinate more so, it is best to avoid taking this medicine within four hours of going to bed. Use this medicine regularly to get the most benefit from it even if you feel well. High blood pressure does not usually have symptoms and if you stop taking it your risk of heart attack or stroke may increase.

The most common side effect is dizziness. Other side effects include feeling tired, nausea, diarrhea, headache, and decreased blood pressure. Frequent urination is not a side effect of this medicine. It is the purpose of hydrochlorothiazide and helps control your blood pressure. You may experience other possible side effects, but most are rare. Hydrochlorothiazide may occasionally lead to an increase in pressure in your eye and lead to permanent eye damage if not treated. Make sure you read the leaflet that comes with your medicines and tell your doctor if you are bothered by side effects or they do not go away. It may be possible to adjust your dose or try a different medicine.

Do not use potassium supplements or salt substitutes unless your doctor has told you to. This medicine is not recommended during pregnancy or while breastfeeding and you should ask your doctor before taking it if you have kidney or liver disease, heart trouble or diabetes. Drinking alcohol can further lower your blood pressure and may cause side effects.

Uses of Co-Diovan Tablet

Hypertension (high blood pressure)

Benefits of Co-Diovan Tablet

In Hypertension (high blood pressure)

Co-Diovan 160/25 Tablet is a combination of two medicines namely Valsartan and Hydrochlorothiazide. It is generally used when one medicine alone is not controlling your blood pressure effectively. Valsartan works by relaxing and widening your blood vessels so your blood can flow more easily. This will lower your blood pressure. Hydrochlorothiazide is known as a diuretic (water pill) which increases urine output thereby lowering blood pressure. If your blood pressure is controlled you are less at risk of having a heart attack, stroke, or kidney problems. The medicine must be taken regularly as prescribed to be effective. You do not usually feel any direct benefit from taking this medicine, but it works in the long term to keep you well.

Side effects of Co-Diovan Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Co-Diovan

Nausea
Taste change
Diarrhea
Upset stomach
Dizziness
Decreased blood pressure
Headache
Fatigue
Increased blood lipid level
Electrolyte imbalance
Increased blood uric acid
Glucose intolerance

How to use Co-Diovan Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Co-Diovan 160/25 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Co-Diovan Tablet works

Co-Diovan 160/25 Tablet is a combination of two medicines:.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Co-Diovan 160/25 Tablet.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Co-Diovan 160/25 Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Co-Diovan 160/25 Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

Co-Diovan 160/25 Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

CAUTION

Co-Diovan 160/25 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Co-Diovan 160/25 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Co-Diovan 160/25 Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.

Liver

CAUTION

Co-Diovan 160/25 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Co-Diovan 160/25 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Co-Diovan Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Co-Diovan 160/25 Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

Co-Diovan 160/25 Tablet

₹72.0/Tablet

CO Diovan Fct 160/25 Tablet

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₹71.93/tablet

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Quick tips

You have been prescribed Co-Diovan 160/25 Tablet for the treatment of high blood pressure.
It can be taken with or without food.
Co-Diovan 160/25 Tablet may cause dehydration. Drink plenty of fluids and inform your doctor if you develop extreme thirst, very dry mouth or muscle weakness.
It may cause dizziness. Get up slowly when rising from a sitting or lying position.
Use of Co-Diovan 160/25 Tablet during pregnancy or breastfeeding is unsafe.
It may also decrease the risk of stroke and heart attacks.

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User feedback

Patients taking Co-Diovan 160/25 Tablet

Once A Day

57%

Twice A Day

43%

What are you using Co-Diovan Tablet for?

Hypertension *

100%

*Hypertension (high blood pressure)

How much was the improvement?

Excellent

83%

Average

17%

What were the side-effects while using Co-Diovan 160/25 Tablet?

Orthostatic h*

50%

No Side Effec*

50%

*Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing), No Side Effect

How do you take Co-Diovan Tablet?

With or witho*

100%

*With or without food

Please rate Co-Diovan 160/25 Tablet on price

Expensive

44%

Not Expensive

33%

Average

22%

FAQs

Q. How long does it take for Co-Diovan 160/25 Tablet to start working?

A substantial decrease in blood pressure can be experienced within 2 weeks of starting Co-Diovan 160/25 Tablet. However, the medicine may take up to 4 weeks to show its complete effects. Talk to your doctor in case you have any concerns regarding Co-Diovan 160/25 Tablet, but do not stop taking it without consulting the doctor.

Q. Which medicine is considered safe for treating high blood pressure?

There are many blood pressure-lowering medicines which can be considered safe. The doctor will advise the exact use of these medicines, keeping various factors such as age, gender, other coexisting diseases, etc. into consideration. Also, the effect of the medicine and response of the patient can vary from person to person. For instance, a person below 55 years of age having no other co-existing disease may be prescribed angiotensin II receptor antagonists (ARAs) (e.g., Co-Diovan 160/25 Tablet, losartan, olmesartan) or Angiotensin Converting Enzyme (ACE) Inhibitors (e.g., ramipril, captopril or enalapril) by the doctor.

Q. Is Co-Diovan 160/25 Tablet bad for kidneys?

Co-Diovan 160/25 Tablet does not generally affect the working of a proper functioning kidney. However, there is limited data to support the safety of patients who have existing severe kidney impairment (creatinine clearance <10 ml/min) and are on dialysis. Hence, Co-Diovan 160/25 Tablet should be used cautiously in such patients. It should only be used when advised by the doctor.

Q. Who should not be given Co-Diovan 160/25 Tablet?

Co-Diovan 160/25 Tablet should not be given to patients who are allergic to it, have severe liver disease, have diabetes or impaired kidney function. Also, its use should be restricted if you are being treated with blood pressure lowering medicine containing Aliskiren. In addition to that, Co-Diovan 160/25 Tablet should not be used if you are pregnant or trying to conceive. If you are not sure or have any queries, consult your doctor.

Q. Does Co-Diovan 160/25 Tablet cause weight gain?

No, Co-Diovan 160/25 Tablet does not cause weight gain as a side effect. However, if your kidney function deteriorates, your body may swell due to the accumulation of water (fluid retention), resulting in weight gain. Inform your doctor if you experience any unexplained weight gain or swelling in your feet, ankles or hands.

Q. How long do I need to take Co-Diovan 160/25 Tablet?

Continue taking Co-Diovan 160/25 Tablet as long as your doctor has prescribed. Do not stop taking it even if you start feeling better. You may even have to take it lifelong, since Co-Diovan 160/25 Tablet does not cure high blood pressure or heart failure but controls them.

Q. What is the most important information I should know about Co-Diovan 160/25 Tablet?

Taking Co-Diovan 160/25 Tablet during the last months of pregnancy can cause serious harm or even endanger the unborn baby. Therefore, do not take Co-Diovan 160/25 Tablet if you are pregnant. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. If you become pregnant while taking Co-Diovan 160/25 Tablet, stop taking Co-Diovan 160/25 Tablet and call your doctor immediately.

Q. Can I switch in between the brands of Co-Diovan 160/25 Tablet, since currently the brand I am using is not available?

No, do not switch to a different Co-Diovan 160/25 Tablet product unless your doctor says that you should. Since you have to take it daily, keep a stock of it. Each Co-Diovan 160/25 Tablet product releases the medication differently in your body and cannot be used interchangeably. Therefore, if you have any concerns regarding Co-Diovan 160/25 Tablet, consult your doctor.

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References

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