Biforge 10/160mg Tablets (20’s) – Effective Treatment for High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)

Description

Biforge 10/160mg Tablets are a combination medication used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). It contains two active ingredients — Amlodipine and Valsartan, which work together to lower blood pressure, improve heart health, and reduce the risk of heart attack or stroke. This dual-action formula relaxes blood vessels and improves blood flow throughout the body.

Ingredients

• Active Ingredients:

  • Amlodipine (10mg) – a calcium channel blocker

  • Valsartan (160mg) – an angiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB)

• Inactive Ingredients:

  • Microcrystalline cellulose, magnesium stearate, and other excipients

Drug Class

• Therapeutic Class: Antihypertensive Combination

• Pharmacological Class:

  • Amlodipine – Calcium Channel Blocker (CCB)

  • Valsartan – Angiotensin II Receptor Blocker (ARB)

Dosage Form

• Form: Tablet

• Strength: 10mg / 160mg

• Packaging: 20 Tablets per pack

Uses

• Treatment of high blood pressure (hypertension)

• Helps prevent heart attack, stroke, and kidney damage

• Improves overall cardiovascular health by relaxing blood vessels

Dosage

• Typical Adult Dose: One tablet daily, taken orally with or without food.

• Individual dose may vary depending on the patient’s blood pressure response and doctor’s prescription.

• Do not stop taking without consulting your doctor, even if you feel well.

In Case of Overdose

• Symptoms: Dizziness, severe drop in blood pressure, fainting, rapid heartbeat.

• Action: Seek immediate medical attention. Supportive treatment and monitoring of vital signs may be necessary.

Missed Dose

• Take the missed dose as soon as you remember.

• Skip the missed dose if it’s almost time for your next one.

• Do not double dose to make up for a missed one.

How To Use

• Take the tablet once daily, with or without food.

• Swallow whole with a glass of water.

• Take it at the same time each day to maintain steady blood levels.

• Continue treatment as prescribed even if your blood pressure improves.

When Not to Use

• If allergic to Amlodipine, Valsartan, or any component of the medication

• During pregnancy or breastfeeding

• In patients with severe liver or kidney disease

• If suffering from severe low blood pressure (hypotension)

• In patients with cardiogenic shock or aortic stenosis

Side Effects

Common:

• Headache

• Dizziness or lightheadedness

• Swelling of ankles or feet (edema)

• Fatigue

• Flushing

Less Common:

• Nausea, stomach discomfort

• Muscle cramps

• Palpitations

• Sleep disturbances

Serious (seek medical help immediately):

• Severe drop in blood pressure

• Fainting

• Allergic reaction (rash, itching, swelling)

• Difficulty breathing

Precautions & Warnings

• Regularly monitor blood pressure and kidney function.

• Avoid alcohol, as it can enhance dizziness or low blood pressure.

• Use with caution in patients with heart, liver, or kidney problems.

• Inform your doctor if you are taking potassium supplements or salt substitutes.

• Not recommended during pregnancy; can harm the unborn baby.

Drug Interactions

• May interact with:

  • Other antihypertensives (e.g., ACE inhibitors, aliskiren)

  • Potassium-sparing diuretics (e.g., spironolactone)

  • NSAIDs (e.g., ibuprofen, naproxen)

  • Lithium (increased toxicity risk)

  • Diuretics and beta-blockers

Always inform your healthcare provider about all medications or supplements you are taking.

Storage/Disposal

• Store below 30°C in a cool, dry place.

• Protect from moisture and direct sunlight.

• Keep out of reach of children.

• Dispose of unused or expired tablets responsibly; do not flush down the toilet.

Control Drug

• Not a controlled substance

Quick Tips

• Take your medication at the same time every day for best results.

• Do not stop suddenly; blood pressure may rise abruptly.

• Avoid alcohol or sudden changes in position to prevent dizziness.

• Maintain a low-salt, balanced diet and follow a regular exercise routine.

• Monitor blood pressure regularly and keep follow-up appointments.