Medication info
Irbesartan Plus Tablet 300/12.5 mg

Irbesartan Plus Tablet 300/12.5 mg

Prescription medicationTablet경구
Ingredient · strength
Irbesartan›300mg / 1 tabletHydrochlorothiazide›12.5mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
(주)한국파마
Appearance
Pink, bilaterally convex, oblong film-coated tablets
Packaging
30 tablets/container, 100 tablets/container
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 201205245 · Approved 2012.05.30 · Insurance code 653005040

Summary

Main use
Control and treatment effect of essential hypertension
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
This medication is administered once daily regardless of meals. 1. For patients whose blood pressure is not adequately controlled with 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.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
(주)한국파마

Efficacy & effects

Control and treatment effect of essential hypertension

  • Essential hypertension
  • moderate hypertension
  • severe hypertension
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This medication is used to effectively control blood pressure in patients with essential hypertension. It is particularly helpful in cases where blood pressure is not adequately controlled with monotherapy and is used as an initial treatment with combination therapy to quickly reach the target blood pressure in patients with moderate to severe hypertension. This contributes to stable blood pressure management and reduces the risk of complications.

How to take

Adult dose

This medication is administered once daily regardless of meals. 1. For patients whose blood pressure is not adequately controlled with 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.

Precautions

This drug can cause serious harm to the fetus and newborn, especially during pregnancy, so it should be discontinued immediately if pregnancy is confirmed. It should not be used in pregnant or potentially pregnant women, breastfeeding women, patients with severe renal dysfunction, and patients allergic to certain medications. Patients with hypotension or kidney disease, liver dysfunction, heart valve disease, obstructive hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, or acute glaucoma should use this medication with caution. During the use of this drug, side effects such as dizziness, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, and abnormal urination may occur, so symptoms should be discussed with healthcare professionals. Regular blood tests to monitor kidney function and electrolyte levels are important, with particular attention to changes in potassium levels. This drug can lower blood pressure, which may cause dizziness while driving or operating machinery, so caution is advised. There may be interactions when taken with other antihypertensives or specific medications, so be sure to inform about other medications being taken. If planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding, consulting with healthcare professionals is mandatory, and it is not recommended for children or adolescents. In the elderly, different reactions to the drug may occur, so caution is necessary during use. In the event of overdose, symptoms such as hypotension, electrolyte imbalance, and dehydration may appear, requiring immediate hospital visit. This drug should be stored away from direct sunlight and moisture, out of reach of children, and it is safer to keep it in its original container.

Side effects and when to seek care immediately

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), angioedema, chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, paleness, severe allergic reactions, severe rash with high fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in oral/ocular mucosa, severe skin reactions, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attacks, respiratory distress accompanied by cough and fever, yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), systemic fatigue, liver disorders (jaundice), sudden

Mild side effects

  • Dizziness
  • fatigue
  • nausea/vomiting
  • abnormal urination
  • elevated BUN
  • increased creatine kinase
  • elevated creatinine
  • headache
  • syncope
  • hypotension
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  • tachycardia
  • flushing
  • cough
  • diarrhea
  • dyspepsia
  • taste disturbance
  • hepatitis
  • abnormal liver function
  • sexual dysfunction
  • changes in libido
  • impaired kidney function
  • limb edema
  • arthralgia
  • myalgia
  • tinnitus
  • thrombocytopenia
  • hypoglycemia
  • depression
  • sleep disturbances
  • orthostatic hypotension
  • arrhythmia
  • aplastic anemia

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

Storage

This medication may be sensitive to air and moisture, so it should be stored in a tightly sealed container. It is recommended to maintain a storage temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

Pink, bilaterally convex, oblong film-coated tablets

Package unit

30 tablets/container, 100 tablets/container

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