Pelotin Tablet (Felodipine)

Adult dose

Swallow this product whole with water. Do not divide, chew, or crush it. Hypertension: The initial dose of felodipine is 5㎎ once daily, with a maintenance dose of 5-10㎎ once daily, administered orally in the morning. Do not exceed 20㎎ per day. This product may be administered in combination with a β-blocker or diuretic, or as monotherapy when other antihypertensive agents are unsuitable. Adjust the dose according to the patient's response to treatment. Stable angina: The initial dose is 5㎎ once daily and may be increased to 10㎎ as needed. This product may be administered in combination when a β-blocker does not provide an adequate effect. Adjust the dose according to the patient's response to treatment. Elderly patients: Administer with caution while monitoring the patient's condition, considering an initial dose of 2.5㎎ once daily. Patients with renal impairment: Renal impairment does not affect felodipine plasma concentrations. Dosage adjustment is not required, but caution is advised in patients with severe renal impairment (GFR<30ml/min). Patients with hepatic impairment: Felodipine plasma concentrations may increase in patients with hepatic impairment, and they may respond to treatment at lower doses. Therefore, administer with caution to patients with hepatic impairment, considering an initial dose of 2.5mg once daily. Do not administer to patients with severe hepatic impairment.

Child dose

The safety and efficacy in children have not been established.

This drug should not be used in pregnant women or women who may become pregnant. Patients with severely impaired heart function, those in cardiogenic shock, and those with an allergy to this drug should also avoid administration. Furthermore, patients with aortic stenosis or mitral stenosis need to be cautious, as vasodilation may cause excessively low blood pressure. It is also advisable for patients with severe liver dysfunction or reduced heart function, as well as those with acute myocardial infarction or unstable angina, not to use this medication. This drug contains lactose, therefore patients with lactose intolerance or certain genetic metabolic disorders should not take it. Elderly patients, as well as those with heart failure, hypotension, or impaired liver or kidney function, should be especially cautious when using this drug, and those allergic to certain coloring agents should also take care. Initially, or when increasing the dosage, symptoms such as flushing, headache, palpitations, dizziness, and fatigue may occur, but these are mostly temporary. However, various side effects such as swelling, chest tightness, hypotension, nausea, constipation, and loss of appetite may occur, so if abnormal symptoms persist, consult a doctor. This drug should not be abruptly discontinued as symptoms may worsen; therefore, it should be gradually reduced according to the doctor's instructions, and if blood pressure drops too low, the dosage should be modified or discontinued. Be cautious while driving or operating machinery, as dizziness or drowsiness may occur. It is advisable to take this drug in the morning on an empty stomach or after a light meal. Also, this drug is affected by enzymes that break down drugs in the liver; therefore, the concentration in the blood may change when taken with certain medications, and it is essential to consult with a physician or pharmacist about concomitant medications. In particular, taking this drug with grapefruit juice can significantly increase drug concentration and should be avoided. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should avoid taking this medication, and if breastfeeding, they may consider stopping after consulting a doctor. Safety for children has not been established, so it should not be used in pediatric patients. For elderly patients, lower doses should be started, and administration should be conducted cautiously while monitoring their condition. In case of overdose, severe symptoms such as low blood pressure, arrhythmia, altered consciousness, and respiratory distress may occur, requiring immediate medical attention for appropriate treatment. Dizziness or fatigue can occur while taking this medication, so caution should be exercised when driving or operating dangerous machinery.

• facial flushing
• headache
• palpitations
• dizziness
• fatigue
• tachycardia
• sensation of breathlessness
• chest tightness
• ankle edema
• tachycardia causing angina

This medication is sensitive to light, so it should be stored in a container that does not allow light in. Additionally, it is best to store it at room temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

Light pink round coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 500 tablets/bottle