TruStar Tablet 40/5 mg

Adult dose

The recommended dose of Telmisartan for essential hypertension is 40 mg orally once daily, which may also be effective at 20 mg depending on the patient. If necessary, the dose may be increased up to 80 mg. For reducing the risk of cardiovascular diseases, the recommended dose is 80 mg orally once daily. Patients with liver impairment should not exceed 40 mg once daily. Rosuvastatin is indicated for primary hypercholesterolemia and mixed dyslipidemia.

This medication can cause serious harm to the fetus and newborn if taken during pregnancy, so it should be discontinued immediately upon confirmation of pregnancy. Patients who are allergic to this medication, pregnant or breastfeeding women, and patients with severe liver or kidney dysfunction should not take this medication. Caution is needed for elderly patients or those with high serum potassium levels, as well as for those with weakened liver or kidney function, and regular monitoring is recommended. If symptoms of muscle pain or weakness occur, consult a physician immediately; blood tests can confirm muscle damage. This medication may affect liver function, so liver function tests should be conducted before and during treatment. As it may interact with other medications, inform your physician or pharmacist of any other drugs you are taking. Be cautious while driving or operating machinery, as drowsiness or dizziness may occur. Keep out of reach of children, and store the medication in its original container for safety. In cases of overdose, symptoms such as hypotension, dizziness, and kidney dysfunction may occur, requiring immediate medical attention.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweats, 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 skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme fatigue, sudden and severe headaches, thunderclap headache, seizures, confusion, visual disturbances, numbness.

Mild side effects

• Headache
• orthostatic dizziness
• sleepiness
• blood pressure increase or decrease
• hypotension
• ALT elevation
• painful urination
• rhinitis
• pharyngeal discomfort
• pulmonary diseases

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent exposure to air or moisture, and it is best kept at a temperature between 1°C and 30°C. Proper storage maintains the medication’s effectiveness and prevents degradation.

Appearance

Bright pink oval film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets (10 tablets x 3 PTP)