Newbicar Tablet 10/40mg

Adult dose

This medication is administered once daily with one tablet, regardless of meals, taken with water. It is recommended to take it at the same time each day (e.g., in the morning). The recommended dosages are as follows. - 5/20 milligrams: administered to patients whose blood pressure is not adequately controlled by monotherapy with either amlodipine 5 milligrams or olmesartan medoxomil 20 milligrams. - 10/20 milligrams: administered to patients whose blood pressure is not adequately controlled by monotherapy with olmesartan medoxomil 20 milligrams.

Child dose

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

This medication can cause serious harm to the fetus and newborn if taken during the second and third trimester of pregnancy, so it should be discontinued immediately upon confirmation of pregnancy. Those who are allergic to the active ingredients of this medication or similar drugs, those who are pregnant or breastfeeding, and individuals with severe liver disease or specific heart valve diseases should not take this medication. Patients with reduced body fluids or sodium may experience symptoms of hypotension, so careful monitoring is needed when starting treatment. Acute hypotension due to vasodilation may occur rarely, so caution is needed for patients with aortic stenosis. In severe heart disease patients, symptoms may worsen upon drug administration, thus caution is advised. Patients with poor kidney function should undergo regular kidney function tests, as this medication may affect the kidneys. Patients with decreased liver function may have slower metabolism of this medication, possibly requiring dosage adjustments. This medication can cause various side effects, and common ones may include dizziness, headache, decreased blood pressure, gastrointestinal disturbances, skin rash, etc. It is important to consult a doctor immediately if serious side effects are suspected. This medication may interact with other antihypertensive drugs or some medications, so it is essential to inform the healthcare provider of any other prescriptions being taken. Avoid taking this medication with grapefruit juice, as it may intensify its effects. It is generally advised not to take this medication during pregnancy, and if planning to become pregnant or during pregnancy, it is essential to consult a doctor. In breastfeeding, this medication may be transmitted through breast milk and could impact the baby, so consultation with a doctor about stopping breastfeeding or medication is necessary. Children under 18 years old should not use this medication as its safety and efficacy in this age group have not been established. Older adults may experience different effects and side effects of the medication due to decreased kidney and liver function. Starting with a lower dose and closely monitoring the condition is advised. In case of overdose, blood pressure may drop too low and heart rate may increase, requiring immediate medical attention for appropriate treatment. This medication should be stored in a closed container, protected from direct sunlight and moisture, out of reach of children, and it is best not to transfer it to a different container.

Serious side effects

• Hives
• severe swelling (edema)
• cholelithiasis
• female breast neoplasm
• deterioration of cerebral infarction
• gum bleeding
• angioedema
• rhabdomyolysis
• acute kidney failure
• hair loss

Mild side effects

• Dizziness
• headache
• orthostatic hypotension
• drowsiness
• paresthesia
• decreased sensation
• fainting
• lightheadedness
• palpitations
• rapid heartbeat

This medication must be stored in a tightly closed container to prevent exposure to air or moisture. It is essential to maintain a storage temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius. This helps to preserve the medication's efficacy.

Appearance

Brownish-red round film-coated tablets

Package unit

30 tablets/box [10 tablets/Alu-Alu*3]