Giten Ction 5 mg (Esamlodipine Besilate Hydrate)

Adult dose

This medication should be taken with sufficient water. Administer 2.5 mg orally once daily as Esamlodipine, and the dosage may be increased up to 5 mg daily based on patient response. Adjust according to symptoms appropriately.

This medication should not be used in certain patients. For example, individuals with allergies to this drug or similar components, pregnant or nursing women, patients in cardiogenic shock, those with severe aortic stenosis, unstable angina, recent myocardial infarction, severe liver dysfunction, severe hypotension, and those with genetic issues such as lactose intolerance should not be administered this medication. Additionally, it should be used with caution in patients with very poor kidney function, the elderly, those with acute heart failure, patients with rapidly increasing blood pressure, and those with moderate liver dysfunction. Various side effects may occur when taking this medication, including commonly experienced symptoms such as warmth and flushing, fatigue, edema, palpitations, dizziness, headache, nausea, drowsiness, and ankle swelling. Rarely, hypotension, allergic reactions, liver function abnormalities, skin rashes, and blood abnormalities may occur, so contact a doctor immediately if these symptoms appear. Abruptly stopping the medication may worsen symptoms, so dosage adjustments or cessation should be done gradually under a doctor's guidance. This medication may remain in the body longer in patients with poor liver function, requiring careful monitoring and dosage adjustments. It is best taken with sufficient water, as low blood pressure may cause dizziness, necessitating caution while driving or operating dangerous machinery. This medication may interact with various other drugs, so it is essential to inform your doctor or pharmacist, especially when taking grapefruit juice or specific antibiotics, antifungals, immunosuppressants, and cardiac medications, and to monitor blood pressure and symptoms closely. It is safest for pregnant or nursing women to avoid this medication, and nursing mothers are recommended to discontinue nursing while taking it. In children, use is recommended only for those over 6 years old, as safety and efficacy have not been established for those under 6. Elderly patients may experience prolonged effects, increasing the risk of side effects, so treatment should start at a lower dosage and be administered cautiously. In cases of overdose, there is a risk of severe hypotension, cardiac anomalies, and decreased consciousness, requiring immediate emergency treatment and appropriate measures as per medical advice. Finally, this medication should be kept out of reach of children and not transferred to other containers for safety.

Serious side effects

Hives, angioedema, severe swelling (edema), severe allergic reactions, toxic epidermal necrolysis, severe skin abnormal reactions, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, jaundice, hepatitis, liver dysfunction, seizures, paralysis, severe edema associated with elevated blood pressure or urinary issues.

Mild side effects

Flushing with warmth, fatigue, edema, palpitations, dizziness, headache, migraine, weakness, abdominal pain, nausea, dyspepsia, drowsiness, dry mouth, increased sweating, weakness, lethargy, pain, weight increase or decrease, chills, hypotension, postural hypotension, orthostatic dizziness, peripheral ischemia, vasculitis, syncope, tachycardia, peripheral edema, tension increases, sensory deprivation or abnormal sensations, peripheral neuropathy, taste disturbance, tremor, paralysis, extrapyramidal disorders,

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to protect it from air and moisture. The storage temperature should be kept at room temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. Storing it this way will help maintain the effectiveness and safety of the medication.

Appearance

White octagonal tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle