Pamika Tablets 5/20 mg

Adult dose

This medication is administered once daily, with or without food, taken with water. It is recommended to take it at the same time each day (e.g., in the morning). The recommended dosing is as follows: - 5/20 mg: Administered to patients whose blood pressure is not adequately controlled by Amlodipine 5 mg or Olmesartan Medoxomil 20 mg alone. - 10/20 mg: Administered to patients whose blood pressure is not adequately controlled by Olmesartan Medoxomil 20 mg alone.

Child dose

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

This drug may cause severe harm to the fetus and newborn if taken during the second and third trimesters of pregnancy, so it must be discontinued immediately upon confirmation of pregnancy. This drug should not be used by individuals allergic to its main ingredients or similar substances, women who are pregnant or breastfeeding, patients with severe liver impairment or aortic stenosis, patients undergoing dialysis, patients in a state of shock, and specific diabetic patients. In patients with low blood pressure caused by fluid or electrolyte depletion, symptoms of hypotension may occur, so administration should be done with careful observation of the condition. In patients with aortic stenosis or heart disease, there is a risk of severe hypotension due to rapid blood vessel dilation, so caution is required. Patients with impaired kidney function or liver disease should use this drug cautiously as it may affect kidney or liver function. When taking this medication, side effects such as dizziness, headache, drowsiness, and hypotension may occur; therefore, caution should be exercised when driving or operating machinery. It may pose risks to the fetus during pregnancy, so those planning to become pregnant or who are pregnant should consult a doctor. Breastfeeding women should discontinue breastfeeding or the medication, as it can be transmitted through breast milk and may affect the baby. Children under 18 years of age should not use this medication as safety and effectiveness have not been established. Elderly patients should start at a lower dosage, considering potential declines in kidney and liver function, and their condition should be carefully observed. In cases of overdose, severe hypotension and cardiovascular issues may occur, and immediate medical attention is required. This drug is sensitive to moisture, heat, and light, so it should be stored in a cool, dry place out of reach of children. Additionally, there may be interactions when taken with other medications, so inform a doctor or pharmacist of any other drugs being taken.

Serious side effects

Urticaria, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe rash with fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in oral/ocular mucosa, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attacks, respiratory abnormalities accompanied by cough and fever, yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme lethargy, sudden and severe headache, lightning headache, seizures, altered consciousness, visual disturbances, paralysis, numbness

Mild side effects

• Dizziness
• headache
• drowsiness
• paresthesia
• hypersensitivity
• nausea
• vomiting
• dyspepsia
• diarrhea
• constipation

Store this medication in a tightly closed container to prevent exposure to air or moisture. It is also advisable to avoid extremely hot or cold environments, keeping it at room temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

White round film-coated tablets

Package unit

28 tablets (14 tablets/PTP x2)