Libica Tablet 10/40 mg

Adult dose

This medication is administered orally as 1 tablet once daily with water, regardless of meals. It is recommended to take it at the same time each day (e.g., morning). The recommended dosing regimen is as follows: - 5/20 mg: Given to patients whose blood pressure is not adequately controlled with monotherapy of amlodipine 5 mg or olmesartan medoxomil 20 mg. - 10/20 mg: Given for 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 or death to the fetus and newborn if taken during the second and third trimesters of pregnancy, so it should be discontinued immediately upon confirmation of pregnancy. Patients with allergies to this medication's active ingredients or similar compounds, those who are pregnant or breastfeeding, those with severe liver impairment or heart valve disease, biliary obstruction patients, renal dialysis patients, shock patients, certain diabetic patients should not take this medication. Caution is needed for patients with low blood pressure due to fluid or salt depletion, as blood pressure may drop sharply during the initiation of treatment. Monitoring is necessary, as vasodilation may lead to hypotension. Patients with heart disease or heart failure should be cautious when taking this medication, and patients with impaired renal function should consult a doctor before use. This medication can cause various side effects including dizziness, headache, hypotension, edema, indigestion, rash; if any unusual symptoms occur, medical personnel should be notified immediately. This medication may interact with other medications, so if any medications are currently being taken, it is essential to inform a doctor or pharmacist. Women who are pregnant or planning to become pregnant should not take this medication, and breastfeeding women should discontinue breastfeeding or consult a doctor if they take this medication. This medication is not recommended for children under 18 years of age as its safety and efficacy have not been established. Elderly patients may have decreased kidney and liver function, requiring careful dosage adjustment and monitoring while on this medication. In case of overdose, severe hypotension and symptoms due to vasodilation may occur, so immediate medical attention should be sought. This medication should be stored out of reach of children and kept in a tightly sealed container away from moisture and direct sunlight.

Serious side effects

• Hives
• severe swelling (edema)
• difficulty breathing
• severe allergic reactions
• cholelithiasis
• exacerbation of cerebral infarction
• gum bleeding
• angioedema
• rhabdomyolysis
• acute renal failure

Mild side effects

• Dizziness
• headache
• drowsiness
• paresthesia
• decreased libido
• palpitations
• hypotension
• orthostatic hypotension
• cough
• nausea

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent air and moisture from entering, ideally at a temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius at room temperature. Proper storage will help maintain the medication's efficacy and prevent degradation.

Appearance

Brownish red round film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/box [10 tablets/PTP X 3]