Duoforge 5/80 mg

Adult dose

The recommended dosage for this medication is 1 tablet once daily, to be taken with water regardless of meals. It is recommended to take it at the same time each day (e.g., in the morning). It is administered depending on whether blood pressure is not controlled with doses of 5/80 mg, 5/160 mg, or 10/160 mg. Patients with renal impairment do not need dosage adjustments for mild to moderate cases; however, it should not be administered in patients with severe renal impairment or those undergoing dialysis.

Child dose

The safety and efficacy of this medication in pediatric patients under 18 years have not been established, and therefore its use is not recommended.

This medication can cause serious harm or death to the fetus and newborn if used during the second and third trimesters of pregnancy, so it should be discontinued immediately upon confirmation of pregnancy. This drug should not be used by individuals allergic to the active ingredients or similar medications, pregnant or potentially pregnant women, nursing mothers, or patients with severe kidney or liver impairment. Patients with low sodium or fluid levels in the body may experience hypotension, so their condition should be assessed beforehand, and medical monitoring may be necessary. Patients with high potassium levels or those taking medications that can increase potassium should have their potassium levels frequently checked and be cautious. Patients with renal artery stenosis or those who have had kidney transplants, as well as those with a history of angioedema, should be carefully monitored when administering this drug. Patients with heart failure or myocardial infarction should be closely monitored while taking this medication, as it may worsen symptoms in some heart disease patients, requiring caution. This drug may interact with other antihypertensives or specific medications, so patients should consult their doctor or pharmacist if they are taking other medications. Dizziness or fatigue may occur, so caution is advised when driving or operating machinery. In case of overdose, severe hypotension or reflex tachycardia may occur, so it is essential to adhere to the prescribed dosage and seek immediate medical attention if symptoms arise. This drug is not recommended for children under 18 years of age, as its safety and efficacy in this population have not been established. Elderly patients should take the same dosage as adults but should be monitored closely considering their physical condition.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, paleness, severe rash with high fever, blistering, skin peeling, pain in mucous membranes of the mouth/eyes, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attack, respiratory difficulties with cough and fever, yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme lethargy, sudden and severe headache, thunderclap headache, seizures, confusion, visual disturbances, paralysis, urine

Mild side effects

• Rhinitis
• influenza
• anxiety
• headache
• dizziness
• drowsiness
• postural dizziness
• sensory disturbance
• vertigo
• tinnitus

Store this medication in a tightly closed container to prevent air and moisture ingress. It is advisable to maintain the storage temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius at room temperature.

Appearance

Dark yellow round film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets (10 tablets/PTP packaging x 3), 100 tablets (10 tablets/PTP packaging x 10), 30 tablets/bottle