Telmisartan Plus Tablets 80/12.5 mg

Adult dose

This medication should be taken once daily with water, regardless of meals, in patients whose blood pressure is not adequately controlled by monotherapy with telmisartan. It is recommended to adjust the dosage of each component before switching to this formulation, and direct conversion from monotherapy may also be considered when clinically appropriate. - The combination of telmisartan/hydrochlorothiazide at 40/12.5 mg is administered to patients whose blood pressure is not controlled with 40 mg of telmisartan.

Child dose

The safety and efficacy of this medication have not been established in pediatric patients under 18 years of age, and it is not to be administered.

This medication can pose serious risks to the fetus, especially during the second and third trimesters of pregnancy, and should not be taken while pregnant. If pregnancy is confirmed, this medication should be discontinued immediately and switched to an alternative safe treatment. This medication should not be taken by individuals with a known allergy to its ingredients. It is not safe to administer this medication to patients with severe liver or kidney dysfunction. Elderly patients or those with certain heart conditions, liver disease, etc., should use this medication with heightened caution. This medication may cause electrolyte imbalances, so regular blood tests to monitor potassium, sodium, etc., are necessary. Due to the hydrochlorothiazide component, it can increase skin sensitivity to sunlight, so UV protection is important when going outdoors. Symptoms such as dizziness, drowsiness, and fainting may occur while taking this medication, so caution is advised when driving or operating machinery. Interactions with other medications may occur, so if other medications are being taken, it is essential to inform the doctor or pharmacist. In the event of overdose, hypotension, electrolyte disturbances, dehydration, etc., may occur; therefore, the prescribed dosage must be strictly adhered to. The use of this medication is not recommended for children or adolescents as its safety has not been established.

Serious side effects

Hives, angioedema, angioedema (including fatal outcomes), severe swelling (edema), tightness in the chest, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe rash with fever, blisters, peeling skin, pain in oral/ocular mucosa, severe skin adverse reactions, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attacks, respiratory issues accompanied by cough + fever, breathing problems, yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme lethargy, liver failure

Mild side effects

Dizziness, diarrhea, cough, pharyngitis, sinusitis, hypokalemia, hyperuricemia, hyponatremia, anxiety, depression, insomnia, sleep disturbances, visual disturbances, blurred vision, vertigo, tachycardia, arrhythmia, hypotension, orthostatic hypotension, pulmonary inflammation, pulmonary edema, abdominal pain, constipation, dyspepsia, vomiting, liver function abnormalities/liver impairment, erythema, pruritus, rash, sweating, back pain, muscle cramps, myalgia, arthralgia, limb pain, feet

This medication must be stored in a tightly sealed container to protect it from air and moisture. It is recommended to maintain the storage temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius. By storing it this way, the efficacy of the medication can be safely maintained.

Appearance

Oval-shaped tablet composed of two layers, white and pink, with pink spots possible on the white layer.

Package unit

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