Genuwon Telmisartan Tablet 40 mg (Telmisartan)

Adult dose

For essential hypertension, Telmisartan is to be taken orally at a dose of 40 mg once daily with water, with no relation to food. Depending on the patient, 20 mg once daily may also be effective, and if necessary, the dose may be increased up to 80 mg once daily. The maximum blood pressure-lowering effect is observed 4 to 8 weeks after starting treatment. To reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease, 80 mg once daily is recommended.

This drug can cause serious harm to the fetus during pregnancy, so it must be discontinued immediately upon confirmation of pregnancy. It should not be used in pregnant or potentially pregnant women, or in breastfeeding women. It is safer not to administer this drug in patients with severely impaired liver function or issues with bile excretion. Patients who have had allergic reactions to this drug or similar compounds in the past should avoid taking it. Caution is required when administering to patients with significantly reduced kidney function, particularly diabetic patients with low glomerular filtration rate and those taking certain medications with this drug. Elderly patients and those with elevated blood potassium levels should be closely monitored when taking this drug. Patients with heart or vascular diseases may experience side effects such as excessively low blood pressure, so caution is advised. Patients with gastrointestinal diseases should be cautious due to the risk of gastrointestinal bleeding. This drug may affect kidney function, so patients with kidney disease should undergo regular blood tests. Due to its strong blood pressure-lowering effect, if symptoms of low blood pressure appear, patients should lie down immediately and seek medical attention if necessary. This drug may interact with certain medications, so it is essential to consult with a doctor or pharmacist if taking other drugs. Caution is needed when driving or operating machinery due to the risk of dizziness or fainting. In case of overdose, symptoms such as decreased blood pressure, dizziness, and worsened kidney function may occur, requiring immediate visit to a medical facility. This drug is not recommended for children, as safety and efficacy have not been established. When taking, keep it out of reach of children and store it in the designated container.

Serious side effects

Hives, angioedema, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, breathing difficulty, cold sweat, paleness, severe allergic reactions, severe rash with high fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in oral/ocular mucosa, severe cutaneous adverse reactions, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attack, respiratory abnormalities accompanied by cough and fever, breathing problems, jaundice (yellowing of skin or eyes), profound lethargy, liver abnormalities (jaundice)

Mild side effects

• Upper respiratory infection
• urinary tract infection
• cystitis
• anemia
• thrombocytopenia
• eosinophilia
• hypersensitivity
• hyperkalemia
• hypoglycemia
• hyponatremia

This drug may be sensitive to air and moisture, so it must be stored in a sealed container. The storage temperature should be maintained at room temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. Proper storage will help maintain the drug's effectiveness for a longer period.

Appearance

White or off-white oblong tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/box (10 tablets/Alu-Alu x 3)