Glopozone 10/160 mg

Adult dose

The recommended dose of this medication is one tablet once daily, taken with water regardless of meals. It is advised to take it at the same time every day (e.g., in the morning). Administer to patients whose blood pressure is not adequately controlled by monotherapy with 5/80 mg, 5/160 mg, or 10/160 mg doses. Dosage adjustment and caution are required for patients with renal impairment, liver impairment, and elderly patients.

Child dose

Safety and efficacy in pediatric patients under the age of 18 have not been established, so administration of this medication is not recommended.

This medication can cause serious harm to the fetus and newborn if taken during the second and third trimesters of pregnancy; therefore, it should be discontinued immediately upon confirmation of pregnancy. This medication should not be taken by individuals allergic to its active ingredients or similar classes of drugs, pregnant or breastfeeding women, patients with severe renal or hepatic impairment, and those with a history of certain heart diseases or angioedema. Patients with low sodium or fluid levels may experience hypotension, so their condition should be improved before use, and blood pressure should be monitored carefully after taking it. Patients with high potassium levels or who are taking medications that can increase potassium levels should frequently check their potassium levels. Patients with weak kidney function, kidney transplant recipients, or a history of angioedema need special caution when taking this medication, and should discontinue use immediately if symptoms appear. Patients with heart failure or after myocardial infarction should carefully observe changes in kidney function, and use should be cautious in some heart disease patients. Overdosage of this medication can cause hypotension, dizziness, and in severe cases, shock; thus, immediate medical attention is needed if overdosed. Dizziness or fatigue may occur while driving or operating machinery during treatment with this medication, so caution is advised. This medication may interact with other antihypertensive drugs, potassium supplements, or certain anti-inflammatory drugs, so it is crucial to inform healthcare providers of any other medications being taken. Women who are pregnant or planning to become pregnant should not take this medication, and breastfeeding women are advised to avoid it as well. The safety and efficacy of this drug in children under 18 years of age have not been established, thus its use is not recommended. Elderly patients may generally use the same dose as adults, but should consult with healthcare providers depending on their condition.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), angioedema, chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, paleness, severe rash with high fever, blistering, skin peeling, pain in oral/ocular mucosa, shortness of breath or difficulty in breathing, asthma attacks, respiratory abnormalities accompanied by cough and fever, yellowing of skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme lethargy, sudden and severe headache, thunderclap headache, seizures, confusion, visual abnormalities,

Mild side effects

• Headache
• dizziness
• drowsiness
• sensory disturbance
• lightheadedness
• tinnitus
• tachycardia
• palpitations
• orthostatic hypotension
• hypotension

This medication is sensitive to air and moisture, so it must be stored in a tightly sealed container. Also, it should be kept at room temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius, avoiding extremely hot or cold environments.

Appearance

Bright yellow, oval-shaped film-coated tablet

Package unit

28 tablets (14 tablets in PTP packaging x 2)