AMLODIPINE+VALSARTAN is not advised for use in pregnant and breastfeeding women. It is recommended not to take if you are allergic to any component present in AMLODIPINE+VALSARTAN, has severe liver problems or bile problems such as biliary cirrhosis or cholestasis, or extremely low blood pressure (hypotension), have narrowing of the aortic valve (aortic stenosis) or cardiogenic shock (a condition where your heart is unable to supply enough blood to the body). It is also recommended not to be used if you suffer from heart failure after a heart attack, have diabetes or impaired kidney function, and are treated with a blood pressure lowering medicine containing aliskiren.

Drug-Drug Interactions: AMLODIPINE+VALSARTAN may interact with high blood pressure lowering pills (aliskiren, metoprolol, ramipril, hydrochlorothiazide).

Drug-Food Interactions: AMLODIPINE+VALSARTAN may interact with grapefruit, grapefruit juices, and St. John’s wort (a plant used to treat depression). Hence, it should not be taken with AMLODIPINE+VALSARTAN.

Drug-Disease Interactions: AMLODIPINE+VALSARTAN may interact with various disease conditions, including diabetics, angioedema, cardiogenic shock (when the heart fails to pump required blood to the body), ischemic heart disease, coronary artery disease, congestive heart failure, myocardial infarction, heart valve problems (stenosis), low blood pressure (hypotension), heart failure, liver or kidney diseases.

• Consume antioxidant-rich food. Blueberries, cherries, tomatoes, squash, and bell peppers are highly antioxidants.

• Eat natural diuretic foods. Asparagus, beets, green beans, grapes, onion, leafy greens, pineapple, leeks, pumpkin, and garlic are all-natural diuretic foods.

• Use healthy cooking oils like soybean, olive, canola, and coconut oil.

• You should avoid refined foods such as white bread, spaghetti, sugar, and red meat.

• Reduce or eliminate Trans fatty acids, which are found in commercially baked items such as cookies, cakes, crackers, French fries, onion rings, doughnuts, and processed foods.

• Avoid the consumption of too much salt or salty food.

• Keep your weight under control with a BMI of 19.5-24.9.

• Regular physical activity or exercise like walking improves your blood flow.

• When possible, elevate your legs or the swollen area on a chair or pillows.

• Avoid standing or sitting for extended periods.

• Avoid chronic stress, as it can raise your blood pressure.

• Spend time with your loved ones to cope with stress and practice mindfulness techniques.

• Quitting smoking and alcohol consumption is the best strategy to lower the risk of many health complications.

It is important to use contraception if you're taking valsartan and carefully plan any pregnancy with your doctor or specialist. They will review your medical condition and medicine before you get pregnant.