Exforge HCT Warnings and Precautions

There are several warnings and precautions to be aware of before taking Exforge HCT. For example, it's important to understand the product's pregnancy risks and potential drug interactions. Also, your healthcare provider should check your electrolyte levels regularly during treatment. You should not take Exforge HCT if you are allergic to sulfonamide-derived drugs or are not producing any urine.

What Should I Tell My Healthcare Provider Before Taking Exforge HCT?

You should talk with your healthcare provider prior to taking
 Exforge HCT® (amlodipine-valsartan-hydrochlorothiazide) if you have:
 
Also, let your healthcare provider know if you are:
 
  • Pregnant or thinking of becoming pregnant
  • Breastfeeding.
     
Make sure to tell your healthcare provider about all other medicines you are taking, including prescription and non-prescription medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements.
 
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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
Last reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD;
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