Telcadine Tablet 40 mg (Telmisartan)

Adult dose

For essential hypertension, it is recommended to administer 40 mg of Telmisartan orally once daily; in some patients, 20 mg once daily may be effective. If necessary, the dose may be increased up to 80 mg once daily. To reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease, it is recommended to administer 80 mg orally once daily. For patients with liver impairment, the dose should not exceed 40 mg once daily.

This drug can cause serious harm to the fetus during pregnancy; therefore, it's essential to stop taking it immediately upon confirmation of pregnancy. Pregnant or breastfeeding women, patients with severe liver impairment, and those with specific angioedema should not take this medication. Elderly patients and those with hyperkalemia or liver, heart, or kidney conditions should use this drug cautiously. Since it can lower blood pressure, symptoms such as hypotension, dizziness, and fainting may occur; caution is necessary. This medication may affect liver and kidney function, so regular blood tests and kidney function tests are essential. Serious side effects such as hyperkalemia, angioedema, liver dysfunction, and renal failure may occur, so consult a doctor immediately if symptoms arise. When taken with other antihypertensive drugs, diuretics, or potassium supplements, the risk of side effects may increase due to interactions; guidance from a healthcare professional is recommended. It is advisable to discontinue this medication 24 hours before surgery, and caution should be exercised while driving or operating dangerous machinery due to potential dizziness or drowsiness. The safety and efficacy of this medication have not been established in children or adolescents under 18 years old, so it is not recommended. In case of overdose, symptoms such as hypotension, arrhythmias, and renal failure may occur; seek medical attention immediately. Store this drug out of reach of children and do not transfer it to another container.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (angioedema, laryngeal edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe allergic reactions, severe rash with high fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in oral/ocular mucosa, severe skin reactions, asthma attacks, respiratory issues accompanied by cough and fever, difficulty breathing, jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes), profound lethargy, liver abnormalities, sudden and severe headaches.

Mild side effects

• Upper respiratory tract infection
• urinary tract infection
• anemia
• thrombocytopenia
• eosinophilia
• hyperkalemia
• hypoglycemia
• depression
• insomnia
• anxiety

This medicine should be stored in a tightly closed container to protect it from air and moisture. It is vital to maintain the storage temperature between 1°C and 30°C at room temperature. Proper storage will help maintain the effectiveness of the medication for a long time.

Appearance

White or whitish oval tablets

Package unit

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