Description

Description

Av-Sartan 5/80mg is a combination blood pressure tablet that brings together two proven antihypertensive agents — Amlodipine and Valsartan — into a single once-daily dose. This 14-tablet pack is designed for patients whose blood pressure isn’t fully controlled by a single medication alone, offering a dual-action approach that tackles hypertension from two different angles. By combining a calcium channel blocker with an angiotensin receptor blocker, Av-Sartan helps relax and widen blood vessels more effectively, easing the workload on the heart and supporting steadier blood pressure control throughout the day.

Ingredients

Each Av-Sartan tablet contains two active ingredients: Amlodipine 5mg and Valsartan 80mg. Amlodipine belongs to the calcium channel blocker class, while Valsartan is an angiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB). Alongside these actives, the tablet contains standard pharmaceutical excipients such as fillers and coating agents that support tablet formation, stability, and smooth swallowing.

Dosage Form

Av-Sartan is manufactured as a film-coated oral tablet, intended to be swallowed whole. It is not available in liquid, injectable, or topical form — this is strictly an oral hypertension treatment.

Uses

Av-Sartan 5/80mg is primarily prescribed for managing hypertension (high blood pressure) in adults, particularly those who need more than one type of medication to keep their blood pressure within a healthy range. By lowering blood pressure, it also plays a role in reducing the long-term risk of heart attacks, strokes, and other cardiovascular complications linked to unmanaged hypertension. It may also offer added kidney-protective benefits for patients managing diabetes-related blood pressure concerns, though this should always be confirmed with a doctor based on individual health status.

How to Use

Av-Sartan tablets should be taken orally, typically once a day, with or without food, at roughly the same time each day to maintain steady blood levels. Tablets should be swallowed whole with water and not crushed or chewed. Dosage is generally personalized by a physician depending on blood pressure readings and response to treatment, so patients should never adjust the dose on their own or stop the medication abruptly without medical guidance, since sudden discontinuation can affect blood pressure stability.

Side Effects

Commonly reported side effects include dizziness, tiredness, and occasional swelling in the ankles or feet, along with episodes of unusually low blood pressure in some individuals. Less frequently, patients may experience headaches or flushing. In rare cases, more serious effects such as kidney function changes, elevated potassium levels, or allergic reactions can occur, and these require prompt medical attention. Anyone with pre-existing liver, kidney, or heart conditions should discuss suitability with their doctor before starting treatment.

Pregnancy & Breastfeeding

Av-Sartan is generally not recommended during pregnancy, as medications acting on the renin-angiotensin system have been associated with risks to fetal development, especially in the second and third trimesters. It is also typically advised against during breastfeeding unless specifically approved by a physician, since safety data in nursing mothers is limited. Any woman who is pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding should consult her doctor before using this medicine.

Storage Instructions

Store Av-Sartan tablets at room temperature, in a dry place away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep the pack sealed until use and out of reach of children. Discard any tablets that have passed their expiry date.

FAQs

Q: Can Av-Sartan be taken with other blood pressure medications?
Only under a doctor’s supervision, as combining antihypertensives requires careful monitoring to avoid excessively low blood pressure.

Q: What happens if I miss a dose?
Take it as soon as you remember, unless it’s almost time for your next dose — in that case, skip the missed one and continue your regular schedule. Never double up doses.

Q: How long does it take to see results?
Blood pressure improvements are usually noticeable within a couple of weeks, though full benefits may take longer to assess.

Q: Is this medicine habit-forming?
No, Av-Sartan is not known to be habit-forming, though it should still only be used exactly as prescribed.

Disclaimer

Always use this medicine strictly according to your doctor’s instructions and prescribed dosage.