{"product_id":"extor-tablets-5-160mg","title":"Extor Tablets 5\/160mg","description":"\u003cp\u003eMedicine Name: Extor Tablets 5\/160mg\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🩺 Extor 5\/160mg Tablets – Product Specification\u003cbr\u003e________________________________________\u003cbr\u003e✅ Requires Prescription\u003cbr\u003eYes\u003cbr\u003e________________________________________\u003cbr\u003e🧪 Generic Name\u003cbr\u003eAmlodipine Besilate 5mg + Valsartan 160mg\u003cbr\u003e________________________________________\u003cbr\u003e💊 Used For\u003cbr\u003e•    Treatment of essential hypertension (high blood pressure), particularly in patients whose blood pressure is not adequately controlled by either drug alone.\u003cbr\u003e________________________________________\u003cbr\u003e⚙️ How It Works\u003cbr\u003e•    Amlodipine (5 mg): A calcium channel blocker (dihydropyridine type) that relaxes blood vessels, lowering peripheral resistance.\u003cbr\u003e•    Valsartan (160 mg): An angiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB) that prevents vasoconstriction and aldosterone release.\u003cbr\u003eThese medications work synergistically to reduce blood pressure more effectively together than individually.\u003cbr\u003e________________________________________\u003cbr\u003e📦 Dosage\u003cbr\u003e•    Form: Oral tablet\u003cbr\u003e•    Strength: Amlodipine 5 mg + Valsartan 160 mg\u003cbr\u003e•    Dosage should be individualized and directed by a physician.\u003cbr\u003e•    Usually taken once daily, with or without food.\u003cbr\u003e________________________________________\u003cbr\u003e⚠️ Side Effects\u003cbr\u003eCommon side effects include:\u003cbr\u003e•    Dizziness, headache, fatigue\u003cbr\u003e•    Swelling (peripheral edema)\u003cbr\u003e•    Nasopharyngitis, sore throat\u003cbr\u003e•    Nausea, abdominal discomfort\u003cbr\u003e•    Hypotension (low blood pressure)\u003cbr\u003e•    Increased potassium levels (hyperkalemia)\u003cbr\u003e•    Flushing, palpitations\u003cbr\u003e•    Muscle or joint pain\u003cbr\u003eSerious (rare) side effects:\u003cbr\u003e•    Angioedema (swelling of lips, tongue, throat)\u003cbr\u003e•    Kidney impairment\u003cbr\u003e•    Liver enzyme abnormalities\u003cbr\u003e________________________________________\u003cbr\u003e🔄 Drug Interactions\u003cbr\u003e•    Potassium-sparing diuretics, potassium supplements, or salt substitutes\u003cbr\u003e•    NSAIDs (may reduce antihypertensive effect and affect kidneys)\u003cbr\u003e•    Lithium (risk of lithium toxicity)\u003cbr\u003e•    CYP3A4 inhibitors\/inducers (affect amlodipine levels)\u003cbr\u003eo    Inhibitors: e.g., ketoconazole, erythromycin\u003cbr\u003eo    Inducers: e.g., rifampin, St. John's Wort\u003cbr\u003e•    Simvastatin (limit dose when combined with amlodipine)\u003cbr\u003e•    Alcohol (may increase risk of hypotension)\u003cbr\u003e________________________________________\u003cbr\u003e📌 Indication\u003cbr\u003e•    For the management of hypertension in patients who require combination therapy.\u003cbr\u003e________________________________________\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🚫 When Not to Use\u003cbr\u003e•    Hypersensitivity to amlodipine, valsartan, dihydropyridines, or excipients\u003cbr\u003e•    Pregnancy, especially in the 2nd and 3rd trimester\u003cbr\u003e•    Severe hepatic impairment, biliary cirrhosis, or cholestasis\u003cbr\u003e•    History of angioedema related to ARBs or ACE inhibitors\u003cbr\u003e________________________________________\u003cbr\u003e🛡️ Precautions\u003cbr\u003e•    Monitor renal function, electrolytes, and blood pressure regularly\u003cbr\u003e•    Caution in renal artery stenosis, heart failure, severe renal impairment, or volume depletion\u003cbr\u003e•    Avoid abrupt discontinuation\u003cbr\u003e________________________________________\u003cbr\u003e⚠️ Warnings\u003cbr\u003e1.    Hyperkalemia Risk\u003cbr\u003eMonitor potassium closely when used with potassium-altering agents.\u003cbr\u003e2.    Risk of Angioedema\u003cbr\u003eStop treatment if angioedema occurs; do not restart.\u003cbr\u003e3.    Not for Hypertensive Crisis\u003cbr\u003eThis formulation is not intended for emergency blood pressure lowering.\u003cbr\u003e________________________________________\u003cbr\u003e🚼 Pregnancy Category\u003cbr\u003e•    Not recommended during pregnancy; may cause fetal harm.\u003cbr\u003e•    Use effective contraception during treatment.\u003cbr\u003e•    Consult your doctor before use.\u003cbr\u003e________________________________________\u003cbr\u003e🧴 Storage\u003cbr\u003eYes\u003cbr\u003e•    Store at room temperature (15–30°C)\u003cbr\u003e•    Keep away from direct light, moisture, and heat\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Wellness Hospital","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53326107967819,"sku":null,"price":520.0,"currency_code":"PKR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0954\/5711\/6491\/files\/JA1_6888.jpg?v=1757144455","url":"https:\/\/wellnesspharmacy.pk\/products\/extor-tablets-5-160mg","provider":"The Wellness Hospital","version":"1.0","type":"link"}