Telmisartan Plus Tablet 80/12.5 mg

Adult dose

For patients whose blood pressure is not controlled with telmisartan alone, take once daily with water, regardless of meals. The Telmisartan/Hydrochlorothiazide combination 40/12.5 mg can be administered to patients whose blood pressure is not adequately controlled with telmisartan 40 mg. The Telmisartan/Hydrochlorothiazide combination 80/12.5 mg can be given to patients whose blood pressure is not adequately controlled with telmisartan 80 mg.

Child dose

Not administered to children under 18 years of age as safety and efficacy have not been established.

This medication should not be used during pregnancy, especially in the second and third trimesters, as it can cause serious side effects to the fetus. It should not be administered to pregnant patients or nursing mothers, and usage should be discontinued immediately if pregnancy is confirmed. This drug should not be used in patients with severely impaired liver function or severely impaired kidney function. Additionally, patients with allergies to the active ingredient or excipients should not take this medication. Elderly patients, those with high potassium levels, weak liver function, or heart valve disease should use this medication with special caution. The hydrochlorothiazide component may react sensitively to sunlight, posing a risk for skin cancer; therefore, during treatment, avoid UV exposure and regularly check skin conditions. Side effects such as dizziness, hypotension, or electrolyte imbalances may occur, so immediate consultation with healthcare providers is necessary if symptoms arise. Furthermore, due to numerous drug interactions, it's essential to inform doctors or pharmacists of any other medications being taken. As this is a medication for blood pressure control, caution is required during driving or operating machinery as dizziness or drowsiness may occur. This medication is not recommended for children due to lack of established safety and efficacy.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling, chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe rash with high fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in mucous membranes of mouth/eyes, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attack, breathing difficulty accompanied by cough and fever, yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme general lethargy, sudden and severe headache, thunderclap headache, seizures, confusion, visual disturbances, paralysis, significantly reduced urine output

Mild side effects

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

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to protect it from air and moisture. It is best stored at room temperature, specifically between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius, to maintain its efficacy for a long duration.

Appearance

White or almost white, biconvex, round tablet

Package unit

10 tablets/PTP X 3