Sac V 24mg/26mg Tablet is a combination medicine used to treat heart failure. It reduces the risk of hospitalization and death due to long-lasting (chronic) heart failure.

Sac V 24mg/26mg Tablet is a combination of ionotrope and antihypertensive medicines

Uses of Sac V Tablet

Treatment of Heart failure

Benefits of Sac V Tablet

In Treatment of Heart failure

Heart failure means your heart is weak and cannot pump enough blood to your lungs and the rest of your body. The most common symptoms are breathlessness, tiredness, and swelling in your legs, ankles, abdomen, and other parts of your body. Sac V 24mg/26mg Tablet is a combination of two medicine namely valsartan and sacubitril. Both of these medicines work in different ways to lower blood pressure. This makes it easier for your heart to pump blood around your body and is therefore an effective treatment for heart failure.

This medicine will help relieve your symptoms, making you feel better and more energetic. You should make appropriate lifestyle changes (such as eating healthily and keeping active) to help this medicine be effective. Take it regularly and keep taking it even if you feel better.

Side effects of Sac V Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Sac V

Dizziness
Increased potassium level in blood
Fatigue
Hypotension (low blood pressure)

How to use Sac V Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Sac V 24mg/26mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Sac V 24mg/26mg Tablet.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Sac V 24mg/26mg Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Sac V 24mg/26mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

Sac V 24mg/26mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

CAUTION

Sac V 24mg/26mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Sac V 24mg/26mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Regular blood pressure monitoring is recommended. No dose adjustment is needed in patients with mild to moderate kidney disease.

Liver

CAUTION

Sac V 24mg/26mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Sac V 24mg/26mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
No dose adjustment is recommended in patients with mild to moderate liver disease.

What if you forget to take Sac V Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Sac V 24mg/26mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

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Quick tips

Sac V Tablet

You have been prescribed Sac V 24mg/26mg Tablet for the treatment of of long-lasting (chronic) heart failure.
You should continue to stay active (light walking, stretching) and eat a healthy, low sodium diet along with taking this medication.
To reduce the chances of feeling dizzy, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
It may cause the level of potassium in your blood to go up. Avoid taking potassium supplements and potassium-rich foods such as banana and broccoli.
Inform your doctor if you have a history of liver or kidney diseases.
Do not take Sac V 24mg/26mg Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

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FAQs

Sac V Tablet

Who should avoid taking Sac V 24mg/26mg Tablet?

Patients who are allergic to any of its components should avoid Sac V 24mg/26mg Tablet. Also, those who are allergic to the use of ACE inhibitors or ARBs should avoid using this medicine. It should not be used along with other antihypertensive medicines like ACE inhibitors or ARBs. Do not take it for at least 36 hours before or after you take an ACE inhibitor medicine. If you are not sure, consult your doctor.

What should I tell my doctor before taking Sac V 24mg/26mg Tablet?

Tell your doctor about all of your medical conditions, including liver or kidney disease, history of facial swelling (angioedema). Inform him if you are pregnant or are breastfeeding. Also, let your doctor know about all medicines you are taking, especially potassium supplements or its medicine salt, painkillers, blood pressure or heart failure medicines (such as ACE inhibitor, ARBs or Aliskiren).

Can I use Sac V 24mg/26mg Tablet in pregnancy?

No, Sac V 24mg/26mg Tablet should be avoided in pregnancy. Its use can cause injury or even endanger the life of the baby. If you become pregnant while using Sac V 24mg/26mg Tablet, stop using it and contact your doctor immediately.

How would I know if I have high potassium levels?

Your doctor will check your blood potassium levels periodically to detect high potassium levels (hyperkalemia). Make sure that you do not miss any scheduled appointments with the doctor.

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