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CoAprovel 300/12.5 mg Tablets

CoAprovel 300/12.5 mg Tablets

Prescription medicationTablet경구
Ingredient · strength
Irbesartan›300mg / 1 tabletHydrochlorothiazide›12.5mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
(주)한독
Appearance
Pink, biconvex, oval film-coated tablet with a heart shape engraved on one side and the number '2876' engraved on the other side.
Packaging
3X10 tablets/blister, 100 tablets/bottle
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 200702136 · Notified 2007.02.16 · Insurance code 652101270

Summary

Main use
Control and treatment effect of essential hypertension
Who takes it
Adults · Children
Adult dose
This medication is taken once daily, regardless of meals. 1. For patients whose blood pressure is not adequately controlled on monotherapy: - Administer 1 tablet of Irbesartan 150 mg/Hydrochlorothiazide 12.5 mg once daily. - Administer 1 tablet of Irbesartan 300 mg/Hydrochlorothiazide 12.5 mg once daily. - Administer 1 tablet of Irbesartan 300 mg/Hydrochlorothiazide 25 mg once daily (This dosage...
Child dose
The safety and efficacy of this medication have not been established in children and adolescents under 18 years of age.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
(주)한독

Efficacy & effects

Control and treatment effect of essential hypertension

  • Essential hypertension
  • moderate hypertension
  • severe hypertension
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This medication is used to treat essential hypertension and helps patients reach target blood pressure through combination therapy when single therapy is insufficient or in cases of moderate to severe hypertension. It effectively lowers blood pressure, reduces the risk of cardiovascular diseases, and maintains a healthy life. This treatment is particularly suitable for patients who need to combine multiple medications due to high blood pressure. Therefore, this medication is used to improve blood pressure in patients with essential hypertension.

How to take

Adult dose

This medication is taken once daily, regardless of meals. 1. For patients whose blood pressure is not adequately controlled on monotherapy: - Administer 1 tablet of Irbesartan 150 mg/Hydrochlorothiazide 12.5 mg once daily. - Administer 1 tablet of Irbesartan 300 mg/Hydrochlorothiazide 12.5 mg once daily. - Administer 1 tablet of Irbesartan 300 mg/Hydrochlorothiazide 25 mg once daily (This dosage...

Child dose

The safety and efficacy of this medication have not been established in children and adolescents under 18 years of age.

Precautions

This medication can cause serious harm to the fetus and newborn if administered to pregnant women, so it must be discontinued immediately upon confirmation of pregnancy. It should not be taken by women who are pregnant or breastfeeding, patients allergic to specific medications, or patients with severely impaired kidney function. Additionally, caution must be taken in patients with low blood pressure, kidney disease, liver disease, heart disease, and those with a history of skin cancer or psoriasis. There may be side effects such as dizziness, fatigue, nausea, and urinary abnormalities during the course of this medication, so it is important to regularly monitor kidney function and electrolyte levels through blood tests. Caution should be exercised as dizziness may occur during activities like driving or operating machinery, and if symptoms of low blood pressure arise, medical consultation should be sought immediately. This medication can be used in combination with other antihypertensive medications; however, interactions can occur with lithium and certain potassium-related medications, so consultation with a specialist is advised when taken together. Diabetic patients should monitor blood sugar levels periodically and adjust doses as necessary since this medication may affect glucose control. Moreover, it may increase sensitivity to sunlight, so adequate UV protection is necessary during treatment, and any skin abnormalities should be reported to a healthcare professional immediately. In case of overdose, symptoms such as low blood pressure, dehydration, and electrolyte imbalances may occur; therefore, adherence to prescribed dosages is crucial. Lastly, it is not recommended for children and adolescents as safety and effectiveness have not been established.

Side effects and when to seek care immediately

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (including angioedema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweats, pallor, severe allergic reactions, severe rash with high fever, blistering, peeling skin, mucosal pain in the mouth/eyes, severe skin reactions, difficulty breathing or shortness of breath, asthma attacks, cough with fever, yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme lethargy, liver abnormalities (jaundice), sudden and severe symptoms

Mild side effects

Dizziness, fatigue, nausea/vomiting, abnormal urination, headache, orthostatic dizziness, tachycardia, flushing, cough, diarrhea, dyspepsia, taste disturbances, sexual dysfunction, changes in libido, peripheral edema, joint pain, muscle pain, tinnitus, weakness, diarrhea, decreased serum potassium and sodium, increased plasma creatine kinase, electrolyte imbalances (including hypokalemia and hyponatremia), hyperuricemia, diabetes, hyperglycemia, cholesterol and triglycerides

Not everyone experiences these, and they can vary from person to person.

Storage

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to prevent exposure to air or moisture. It is important to maintain storage temperatures between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius to preserve the drug's efficacy and safety.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

Pink, biconvex, oval film-coated tablet with a heart shape engraved on one side and the number '2876' engraved on the other side.

Package unit

3X10 tablets/blister, 100 tablets/bottle

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