Telmisartan Plus Tablet 40/12.5 Milligrams

Adult dose

For patients whose blood pressure is not adequately controlled with telmisartan alone, this medicine should be taken once daily with water, with or without meals. It is recommended to adjust the dosage of each component individually before switching to this fixed-dose combination medicine. Direct switching from monotherapy to this medicine may be considered when clinically appropriate. - Telmisartan / Hydrochlorothiazide

Child dose

The safety and efficacy of this medicine have not been established in pediatric patients under 18 years of age.

This medicine can cause serious harm or risk of death to the fetus during pregnancy, especially in the second and third trimesters, so it should be discontinued immediately if pregnancy is confirmed. Patients with allergies to the ingredients of this medicine, certain liver or kidney diseases, pregnant women, and nursing mothers should not take this medicine. Elderly patients, those with high potassium levels, weak liver function, or heart valve disease should use this medicine with caution. The hydrochlorothiazide component can cause photosensitivity reactions that may increase the risk of skin cancer, so it is important to avoid sun exposure and inform a doctor immediately if skin abnormalities occur. Although this medication lowers blood pressure, it may cause hypotension, dizziness, and electrolyte imbalances (especially changes in potassium and sodium levels); if symptoms occur, consult a healthcare professional immediately. Patients with impaired kidney function should undergo regular blood tests to monitor kidney function and electrolyte status. Interactions may occur when used in conjunction with other antihypertensive agents, certain diuretics, lithium, potassium supplements, etc., so inform the healthcare professional about any other medications being taken. Dizziness or drowsiness may occur when driving or operating machinery, so caution should be exercised if symptoms are present. Overdosing on this medication may lead to hypotension, electrolyte imbalances, dehydration, etc., and immediate emergency treatment is required in such cases. Safety and efficacy in pediatric patients have not been established, and it is not recommended.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (angioedema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe rash with high fever, blisters, skin peeling, mucosal pain in the mouth/eyes, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attacks, respiratory abnormalities accompanied by cough and fever, yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme fatigue, sudden and severe headache, lightning headache, seizures, confusion of consciousness, visual abnormalities, paralysis,

Mild side effects

• Bronchitis
• pharyngitis
• sinusitis
• hypokalemia
• hyperuricemia
• hyponatremia
• anxiety
• depression
• insomnia
• sleep disturbances

Store this medicine in a tightly sealed container to prevent exposure to air or moisture. It is also important to store it at room temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius to maintain its effectiveness.

Appearance

White or almost white, double-sided, convex circular tablets

Package unit

10 tablets/Blister X 3