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Vasar H

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Last reviewed: 23.04.2024
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Vasar H refers to drugs that have hypotensive properties. Simply put, they can reduce blood pressure. The main active ingredient is valsartan. It is he who performs a number of basic functions that are predetermined by the tool. The tool is used everywhere, but it is worth knowing the main indications.

Indications Vasar H

What do the main indications for the use of Vasar N say? So, the main property of the drug is lowering blood pressure. Therefore, it is widely used for arterial hypertension. Naturally, this category includes people with cardiovascular diseases.

The focus is on problems accompanied by chronic heart failure. The remedy is taken with extreme caution, because not everyone approaches it.

Use the medicine is possible only with the permission of the doctor. It is impossible to take the medicine on your own, because it can provoke a strong "fall" of pressure. It depends on the existing problem and its peculiarities. After all, individual "qualities" of the organism play an important role.

To date, problems with the cardiovascular system are among the most common. Therefore, it is important to start correct and timely treatment. Effective drug Vasar N will help to cope with the main problems and improve well-being.

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Release form

The form of release depends on the concentration of the active substance. So, they release the drug in the form of tablets. No suspensions, balms and other. Exceptional tablets! This must be taken into account when buying. After all, consonant drugs are quite a lot and you can easily make a mistake.

Depending on how much of the active ingredient is contained in the tablets, and different forms of release. So, you can buy the drug for 40 mg, 80 mg and 160 mg. In order not to be mistaken in such a variety, the colors of the tablets are made different. The drug with a small amount of active substance has a 40 mg form of release of a yellow hue.

Tablets with 80 mg of valsartan are pink. The preparation on 160 mg also has a yellow shade. These data are needed, taken into account at the time of purchase. The composition of the drug also contains hydrochlorothiazide, in an amount from 0.0125 to 0.025 g. Naturally, this also depends on the color of the tablets and their action. Buying Vasar H, one should not forget about these criteria.

Pharmacodynamics

Pharmacodynamics of the drug suggests that the main active ingredient is valsartan. It refers to angiotensin receptor antagonists intended for oral administration.

The active substance selectively affects the receptors that are responsible for the functions of angiotensin. Valsartan is able to act on the cardiovascular system. However, it does not block other hormonal receptors or ion channels.

The hypotensive effect of the drug begins to occur within 2 hours after admission. The pressure is reduced as much as possible after 4-6 hours. For this it is sufficient to take the drug once.

After applying the remedy, the effect lasts for one day. If the course of the drug is used, the pressure is reduced by 2-4 weeks and does not bother the person at all. And it is able to stay on all the time. An additional reduction is observed due to the content of the drug hydrochlorothiazide, which enhances the action of valsartan. Refusal to use Vasar H does not call the cancel function.

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Pharmacokinetics

After taking the drug inward, it is absorbed rather quickly, and this is its pharmacokinetics. With regard to the bioavailability of the drug, it is 23%.

Valsartan is directly linked to blood plasma proteins. It is due to this penetration that it exerts its own effect. After a person takes the remedy, almost 83% of it will be withdrawn. And the process of isolation, together with feces, is practically unchanged. About 13% of the drug goes along with urine. Hence the conclusion suggests that practically nothing is delayed in the body.

The remedy is actually very effective due to the contents of two powerful components. In their original form, they could not have done such an act. In addition, their full interaction and allows you to derive virtually all the components of the drug of their body. Vasar N is one of the most powerful medicines, the main effect of which is aimed at lowering blood pressure and keeping the effect for a long time.

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Dosing and administration

Method of administration and dose Vasar N is appointed by the attending physician. But there is also a generally accepted dosage, from which it is worth starting. The average therapeutic dose is 0.16 mg per day. If there is an extreme need, then it doubles. But this is done only after consultation with the doctor. It is possible and simultaneous use of the drug, but together with other antihypertensive medications.

The initial dose in the presence of chronic heart failure is only 0.04 g. But you need to take the medication twice a day. Gradually the dose increases to 0.16 g.

In postinfarction, the dosage is small, only 0.02 g, it also reaches 0.16 g in time. The drug should be taken with extreme caution, people with stenosis of the renal artery. Especially if medicines with potassium and potassium-sparing diuretics are used simultaneously.

Constant monitoring is necessary and at the initial stage of treatment of chronic heart failure, with cirrhosis of the liver and postinfarction period. Especially if at this time, ACE inhibitors are used. When there are liver diseases, the dose in no case should be above 0.08 g. Therefore, take Vazar H with extreme caution.

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Use Vasar H during pregnancy

Use of Vasar H during pregnancy is contraindicated. The fact is that during this period you need to be extra careful. This especially applies to the first trimester of pregnancy. At this time the body of the mother and baby is weakened. The formation of the main process begins and it can not be spoiled. The use of the drug can lead to serious problems.

During the lactation period, you should not resort to using this medication. In general, you need to reduce the intake of any drugs, because they are able to negatively say on the health of the child.

Any decisions about the use of a particular remedy should be clearly coordinated with the doctor. You can not do anything on your own. All this is fraught with serious problems. The drug itself does not affect the cardiovascular system of the baby, but its active substances can adversely affect health and further development. Therefore, the drug Vasar H is under strict prohibition.

Contraindications

The main contraindications to the use of Vasar H are in individual intolerance to certain components of the drug. Hypersensitivity to valsartan may lead to the development of serious allergic reactions.

A similar situation can cause and auxiliary components, such as hydrochlorothiazide. What is fraught with the use of this drug? Do not think that the medicine is completely harmless. It has a colossal effect on the body. But, despite the fact that it helps to get rid of the problem, it can also worsen the condition.

People, with severe impairment of liver function, should never take a remedy. A similar rule applies to patients suffering from cirrhosis, impaired bile flow, kidney function and hemodialysis. That's why the doctor's consultation is mandatory. Vasar H can not be prescribed independently; there must be special grounds for this, supported by medical means.

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Side effects Vasar H

Are there any side effects of Vasar N and how can they be effectively combated? The first reaction that can occur is orthostatic hypotension. It is not excluded attachment of infections of the upper respiratory tract and sinuses of the paranasal sinuses. Simply put, it is possible to develop sinusitis and pharyngitis.

In extremely rare cases, there is conjunctivitis, heart failure, hypotension. Perhaps the appearance of pain in the abdomen, this indicates a negative process in the gastrointestinal tract. Do not exclude pain in the back, arthritis and asthenia.

It is possible to develop neurological disorders. A person can become depressed, insomnia and neuralgia will start to torment him. During the blood test, thrombocytopenia and hyperkalemia can be detected in it, which can cause bleeding. In exceptional cases, there is renal failure, impaired renal function and even gastroenteritis. This listing is enough to understand one fact, you can not take Vasar N yourself.

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Overdose

Overdose Vasar N may well occur if the drug is not taken properly. The symptom of this event is arterial hypotension. And often accompanied by dizziness. If this symptom has arisen, a person urgently needs to lie down and inject him with a saline solution. Dialysis is not advisable. After all, the drug is more associated with blood plasma proteins.

Possible development of heart failure or shock status. If a person takes too high a dose, nausea, drowsiness, hypovolemia and electrolyte disorders may appear.

In case of an overdose, immediately rinse the stomach. But this rule only works if the drug was taken recently. A doctor's visit is mandatory. He must determine the condition of the patient and decide what to do next. To avoid overdose symptoms, you just need to follow the recommendations and do not increase the dose yourself. In this case, Vasar N will not do harm.

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Interactions with other drugs

Interactions with other drugs are possible, but this process needs to be monitored and coordinated with the doctor. Special caution is necessary if a person takes medications in parallel to increase potassium. After all, the concentration of this substance in the blood can greatly increase.

A special category is made up of substances such as warfarin, indomethacin, atenol, furosemil and hydrochlorothiazide. Combine them with this product is not recommended. There was no interaction between these medicines.

When prescribing Vasar H together with antihypertensive drugs, an increase in antihypertensive action is possible. In this case, a doctor's consultation is necessary. Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs can lead to a decrease in hypotensive effect. There is a possible violation of renal function, which is reversible temporary.

In extremely rare cases, this combination of drugs leads to kidney failure. But it happens mostly in the elderly. That suggests that taking Vasar N with other medications should be carefully.

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Storage conditions

The storage conditions of Vasar H are in the presence of a dark place with a temperature of no more than 25 degrees. For many drugs, this is generally accepted. But this is still not enough. The sun's rays should not penetrate to the medicines. Dampness is also under prohibition, because under its influence the drug can deteriorate.

The effect of high temperature has a negative effect on the drug. The blister in which the tablets are located is able to swell. This indicates that it is no longer possible to take this remedy.

It is necessary to protect the tablets and children. Because of their interesting coloring, they attract the attention of kids. The child may well drink them, taking for sweets. A strong effect of the drug on the children's body can lead to irreversible processes.

If the tablets are open for a long time, then you need to look at their external data. In case of their change, it is necessary to refuse the use of the medication. In general, Vazar H is unpretentious and can be stored in ordinary conditions.

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Shelf life

The shelf life of the drug depends on many factors. This also applies to storage conditions. The medication can last for 2 years, but if at the same time provide him with a decent "life".

So, it is necessary to observe special conditions. The first thing it should be is a warm, dry place where there is no damp. The temperature regime is also special, it does not exceed 25 degrees. Freezing means can not be, it will lead to the fact that it will lose its basic properties.

You need to pay attention to the appearance of the blister. If it is punctured or swollen, the pills are likely to have become completely unusable. This is evidenced by a change in appearance and smell. This criterion is important if there is no desire to get poisoning.

Direct sunlight should not touch the medication, this will protect it from corruption. Observance of all rules in the aggregate will allow storing the drug for a given time, namely 2 years. Vasar N is not very fond of storage conditions, but, nevertheless, they must be observed.

Attention!

To simplify the perception of information, this instruction for use of the drug "Vasar H" translated and presented in a special form on the basis of the official instructions for medical use of the drug. Before use read the annotation that came directly to medicines.

Description provided for informational purposes and is not a guide to self-healing. The need for this drug, the purpose of the treatment regimen, methods and dose of the drug is determined solely by the attending physician. Self-medication is dangerous for your health.

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