Lometan Tablets 5/20 mg

Adult dose

This medication is taken once daily, with or without food, alongside water. It is recommended to take it at the same time every day (e.g., in the morning). The recommended dosages are as follows: - 5/20 mg: For patients whose blood pressure is not adequately controlled by monotherapy of amlodipine 5 mg or olmesartan medoxomil 20 mg. - 10/20 mg: For patients not adequately controlled by olmesartan medoxomil 20 mg.

Child dose

Safety and efficacy have not been established for pediatric patients under 18 years of age.

This medication can cause serious harm to the fetus and newborn when taken during the second and third trimesters of pregnancy, so it must be discontinued immediately upon confirmation of pregnancy. Patients with hypersensitivity to the active ingredients or similar components, pregnant or nursing women, patients with severe liver impairment, severe aortic stenosis, biliary obstruction, patients on renal dialysis, patients in shock, certain diabetic patients, and patients with severe renal impairment should not be administered this medication. In patients with low blood pressure due to a lack of fluids or salts, careful monitoring is required when administering this medication for the first time, as symptoms of low blood pressure may occur, and appropriate action is needed in such cases. Since this medication has a vasodilatory effect, it should be administered with caution in patients with severe aortic stenosis, obstructive coronary artery disease, and congestive heart failure. It may affect kidney function, so patients with renal impairment or renal artery stenosis should be monitored closely. Since this medication is metabolized in the liver, caution is also needed when administering it to patients with liver impairment. During the use of this medication, adverse reactions such as dizziness, headache, hypotension, orthostatic hypotension, edema, dyspepsia, rash, etc. may occur, and if these symptoms are severe, consultation with a professional is necessary. It is generally advised not to use this medication during pregnancy, and if planning to become pregnant or currently pregnant, consultation with a doctor is essential. Nursing mothers are recommended to either discontinue breastfeeding or stop taking this medication, as it may cause adverse reactions in infants. Safety and efficacy of this medication have not been established in patients under 18 years of age, and it is not recommended for this group. In elderly patients, it is recommended to start at a low dose and monitor closely, considering the potential decline in renal and liver function. In case of overdose, symptoms such as hypotension and tachycardia may occur; therefore, seek appropriate treatment promptly by visiting the hospital. This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container, away from moisture, heat, and direct sunlight, in a location out of reach of children.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), severe allergic reactions, difficulty breathing (dyspnea), angioedema, jaundice, elevated liver enzymes, acute renal failure, increased blood creatinine, gallstones, exacerbation of cerebrovascular accidents, gum bleeding, toxic epidermal necrolysis.

Mild side effects

• Dizziness
• headache
• orthostatic hypotension
• drowsiness
• paresthesia
• decreased sensation
• palpitations
• cough
• nausea
• vomiting

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to protect it from air and moisture. It is recommended to maintain a storage temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

White, round film-coated tablets

Package unit

28 tablets/box [14 tablets/PTP×2]