Telmisartan 80 mg (Telmisartan)

Adult dose

Essential hypertension: 40 mg of telmisartan should be taken orally once daily with water, and can be taken with or without food. Depending on the patient, 20 mg once daily may be effective. If necessary, the dose can be increased to 80 mg once daily, with the dosage increase reaching maximum blood-pressure-lowering effect noted 4–8 weeks after treatment initiation. Reduction of cardiovascular disease risk: It is recommended to take 80 mg orally once daily with water

This medication can pose serious risks, especially to the fetus and newborn, during pregnancy; therefore, if pregnancy is confirmed, it should be stopped immediately. It should not be used by individuals allergic to this drug or its components, women who are pregnant or breastfeeding, individuals with severe liver disease or biliary excretion disorders, those with a history of certain angioedema, and patients with diabetes or severe renal disease. Caution should be exercised when administering this drug to the elderly, patients with hyperkalemia, patients with mild to moderate liver impairment, patients with heart valve disease, and those with ischemic heart disease or cerebrovascular disease. While taking this medication, various adverse reactions such as infections, blood abnormalities, allergic reactions, electrolyte imbalances, neurological disorders, cardiac and vascular issues, gastrointestinal disorders, liver function abnormalities, skin reactions, muscle pain, and renal impairment may occur, so careful observation is necessary. Severe side effects such as hypotension, shock, interstitial pneumonia, and rhabdomyolysis may occur, so if symptoms arise, immediate consultation with healthcare professionals is required. This medication may affect renal function, and patients with kidney disease should undergo regular blood tests and electrolyte tests during treatment. Patients with low blood volume or sodium deficiency may be at higher risk for hypotension; therefore, status should be corrected before treatment, and appropriate measures should be taken if hypotensive symptoms appear. The effectiveness may be enhanced when this medication is used in combination with other antihypertensive agents, and interactions may occur when combined with certain drugs; thus, it is essential to discuss any other medications being taken with a physician. Women who are pregnant or planning to become pregnant should not take this medication, and breastfeeding mothers should also avoid it. Safety and effectiveness have not been established in children, hence it is not recommended for use in pediatric patients. In the elderly, excessive lowering of blood pressure can be risky, thus it should be used with caution. In cases of overdose, symptoms such as hypotension, cardiac arrhythmia, dizziness, and acute renal failure may occur, necessitating immediate treatment at a medical institution. Since this medication is not removed by hemodialysis, caution is required. Store this medication out of reach of children, and since the tablets are sensitive to moisture, it is advisable to open the packaging just before administration. This medication aids in blood pressure control and reduction of cardiovascular disease risk; however, it is crucial to consult with a healthcare expert immediately if any abnormal symptoms occur.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling, chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe allergic reactions, severe rash accompanied by high fever, blisters, peeling skin, pain in oral/ocular mucosa, severe skin reactions, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attacks, respiratory issues accompanied by cough and fever, breathing difficulties, yellowing of skin or eyes, jaundice, extreme lethargy, liver abnormalities, sudden and severe

Mild side effects

• Upper respiratory tract infection
• pharyngitis
• sinusitis
• urinary tract infection
• cystitis
• anemia
• thrombocytopenia
• eosinophilia
• hypersensitivity
• hyperkalemia

This medication should be stored in a sealed container to prevent air and moisture from entering, and the storage temperature should be maintained between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius. This helps to preserve the drug's efficacy for a longer period.

Appearance

White or off-white, bilaterally convex oval tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/box[(10 tablets/PTP X 3)]