Description

Description

Sofvasc-HCT (10/160/25mg) is a three-way combination blood pressure medicine containing amlodipine 10mg, valsartan 160mg, and hydrochlorothiazide 25mg, used for patients requiring stronger combined therapy across all three components. This is generally prescribed after blood pressure remains above target on lower-strength combination products, offering comprehensive control through three separate, complementary mechanisms.

Ingredients

Active ingredients: Amlodipine 10mg, Valsartan 160mg, and Hydrochlorothiazide 25mg. Inactive ingredients typically include microcrystalline cellulose, crospovidone, colloidal silicon dioxide, and magnesium stearate, though these may vary slightly by manufacturing batch.

Dosage Form

Supplied as an oral tablet, packaged as 2 strips of 14 tablets (28 tablets total per pack), supporting roughly a four-week supply at standard once-daily dosing.

Uses

Used for high blood pressure requiring maximum combination therapy across three drug classes. Amlodipine relaxes blood vessels, valsartan blocks a hormone that narrows them, and hydrochlorothiazide helps the body clear excess fluid and salt, working together for more thorough blood pressure control. This is typically one of the stronger combination options prescribed when blood pressure remains elevated despite lower-strength combination therapy, and is usually introduced gradually with close monitoring rather than as an initial starting treatment.

How to use

Take one tablet by mouth once daily, at a consistent time, with or without food. Swallow whole with water. If a dose is missed, take as soon as remembered unless close to the next scheduled dose, in which case skip it. Do not double up on doses.

Side Effects

Common side effects include dizziness, increased urination, fatigue, and swelling in the ankles or feet. Because this is a higher-strength combination including a diuretic, electrolyte changes (particularly potassium and sodium) are more likely, so periodic blood tests are often recommended. Facial swelling, difficulty breathing, or severe dizziness require immediate medical attention. Regular blood tests to monitor electrolyte levels and kidney function are especially important at this combination strength, and your doctor may adjust the dose based on these results over time.

Pregnancy & Breastfeeding

Not recommended during pregnancy, especially in the second and third trimesters, and generally avoided during breastfeeding. If pregnant, planning a pregnancy, or breastfeeding, speak with your doctor promptly about alternative treatment.

Storage Instructions

Store at room temperature, protected from direct sunlight, heat, and humidity. Keep tablets in original blister packaging until use, and store safely away from children. Keep an updated list of all your current medications, including this one, to share with any healthcare provider you see, particularly if you visit an emergency room or see a specialist who may not have your full prescription history.

Disclaimer

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