Telmisartan Tablet 40 mg (Telmisartan)

Adult dose

For essential hypertension, the recommended dosage is 40 mg orally once daily as telmisartan, which may be effective at 20 mg once daily depending on the patient. If necessary, the dose can be increased up to 80 mg once daily. For reducing the risk of cardiovascular disease, the recommended dosage is 80 mg orally once daily. Patients with liver impairment should not exceed 40 mg once daily.

This medication can cause serious harm, especially to the fetus and newborn, during pregnancy, and should be discontinued immediately if pregnancy is confirmed. It should not be used if there is an allergic reaction to this drug, or if pregnant or breastfeeding. Patients with severely impaired liver function or problems with bile secretion should avoid this medication. It should also not be administered to patients with a history of angioedema or to those with certain hereditary angioedema. Diabetic patients or those with severe renal impairment should avoid the combination of this drug with certain medications. Elderly patients, patients with hyperkalemia, those with mild liver impairment, and patients with heart valve disease should exercise caution when taking this medication. For patients with heart or cerebrovascular issues, caution is necessary as blood pressure may drop too low. Patients with active gastric or duodenal ulcers should exercise caution due to the risk of gastrointestinal bleeding. Patients with renal vascular issues should also be cautious due to the risk of renal function deterioration. It is important to regularly monitor blood pressure, kidney function, and electrolyte levels while taking this medication. If blood pressure drops too low or symptoms such as dizziness or fainting occur, inform medical personnel immediately. Caution is required when this medication is used in combination with other antihypertensives, as the blood pressure-lowering effect may be enhanced. In particular, taking this medication with potassium-sparing diuretics or potassium supplements may lead to dangerously high potassium levels in the blood. Additionally, there may be interactions with certain medications, so it is vital to inform healthcare providers about any other medications being taken. This medication may cause drowsiness or dizziness while driving or operating machinery, so caution is advised. Safety and efficacy have not been established in children or adolescents under 18 years of age, and its use is not recommended. In the case of an overdose, symptoms such as hypotension, heart rate abnormalities, dizziness, and renal function deterioration may occur, necessitating immediate emergency care. Keep this medication out of the reach of children and do not transfer it to another container. It is recommended to follow regular health check-ups and take the medication according to the instructions of a healthcare provider while on this medication.

Serious side effects

Urticaria, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe rash accompanied by high fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in mucous membranes of the mouth/eyes, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attacks, respiratory abnormalities with cough+fever, yellowing of skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme fatigue, sudden and severe headache, lightning headache, seizures, confusion, visual disturbances, paralysis, urination

Mild side effects

• Upper respiratory infections
• urinary tract infections
• anemia
• thrombocytopenia
• eosinophilia
• depression
• insomnia
• anxiety
• fainting
• visual disturbances

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to protect it from air and moisture. It is also important to store it at room temperature, which should not be too hot or too cold, between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

White or off-white oval tablets

Package unit

30 tablets (10 tablets/Alu-Alu X 3)