Co-Diovan 80/12.5 Tablet

Co-Diovan 80/12.5 Tablet is a prescription combination medicine that contains valsartan 80 mg and hydrochlorothiazide 12.5 mg in each tablet. It belongs to two drug classes: an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB) and a thiazide diuretic. Together, Co-Diovan 80/12.5 Tablet is used to help lower high blood pressure (hypertension) and reduce the risk of complications linked to uncontrolled blood pressure. This specific tablet is an oral, fixed-dose option for people whose blood pressure needs combination treatment rather than one medicine alone.

How it works: Valsartan relaxes blood vessels by blocking angiotensin II from tightening them, which helps blood flow more easily. Hydrochlorothiazide helps your body remove extra salt and water through the kidneys, which lowers blood pressure; in this tablet, the two medicines work together for a stronger blood-pressure-lowering effect.

Co-Diovan 80/12.5 Tablet is the lower sibling strength compared with Co-Diovan 160/25 Tablet, so it delivers less valsartan and less hydrochlorothiazide in each dose. That makes it a more conservative combination choice for patients who may need two medicines but do not need the higher-dose tablet. A clinician may choose this strength to improve blood pressure control while helping limit dose-related side effects such as dizziness, low blood pressure, or more frequent urination.

• Treatment of high blood pressure (hypertension)
• Combination therapy when one medicine is not enough
• May help lower long-term risk related to uncontrolled blood pressure
• Used as an oral tablet for adults needing valsartan plus hydrochlorothiazide

• Swallow Co-Diovan 80/12.5 Tablet whole with a glass of water.
• Take it exactly as prescribed, usually once daily, at the same time each day.
• It may be taken with or without food.
• Because hydrochlorothiazide can increase urination, many people prefer taking it earlier in the day.
• Do not crush or chew the tablet unless your pharmacist or doctor tells you otherwise.
• Keep taking it even if you feel well, because high blood pressure often has no symptoms.

Each Co-Diovan 80/12.5 Tablet provides valsartan 80 mg plus hydrochlorothiazide 12.5 mg. This fixed-dose tablet is usually taken once daily, but your doctor decides the exact schedule based on your blood pressure, kidney function, and response to treatment. Do not exceed the amount prescribed; the maximum daily dose depends on your individual treatment plan and should be set by your prescriber.

Do not change your dose or stop the medicine without speaking to your doctor.

Common side effects of Valsartan + Hydrochlorothiazide may include:

• Dizziness, especially when standing up quickly
• Headache
• Tiredness or weakness
• Increased urination
• Nausea
• Low blood pressure-related lightheadedness
• Muscle cramps or mild dehydration

• This is a blood-pressure medicine, so it can cause dizziness; be careful driving or using machinery until you know how it affects you.
• Hydrochlorothiazide can increase urination and may raise the risk of dehydration, especially in hot weather or if you vomit or have diarrhea.
• Avoid becoming dehydrated, and ask your doctor about fluid intake if you have heart, kidney, or liver disease.
• This medicine may not be suitable during pregnancy, and valsartan-containing products are generally avoided because they can harm an unborn baby.
• Alcohol can add to dizziness and low blood pressure effects.
• Tell your doctor if you have kidney disease, liver disease, gout, diabetes, or a history of sulfa allergy.
• Use caution if you already take medicines that can lower blood pressure, because the combination may make blood pressure drop too far.

• Potassium supplements or salt substitutes containing potassium
• Other blood pressure medicines, especially diuretics or ACE inhibitors
• Lithium
• NSAIDs such as ibuprofen or naproxen
• Alcohol, which can worsen dizziness and low blood pressure

Store Co-Diovan 80/12.5 Tablet in its original strip or box at room temperature, away from excess heat, moisture, and direct light.