Telopine Tablet 80/5 mg

Adult dose

The recommended dose of this medication is 1 tablet once daily, to be taken with water regardless of meals. It is recommended to take it at the same time each day (e.g., in the morning). In patients with kidney impairment, no dosage adjustment is needed for mild to moderate renal impairment, but in severe renal impairment patients, treatment should start at a lower dose and be gradually increased. For patients with liver impairment, the daily dosage should not exceed 40 milligrams. For elderly patients, caution is needed during dose increases.

Child dose

Safety and efficacy in pediatric patients under 18 years of age have not been established, so administration of this medication is not recommended.

This medication can pose a serious risk to the fetus during pregnancy, especially in the second and third trimesters, so it should not be taken by pregnant women or women who may become pregnant. This medication should not be administered to patients with certain diseases, such as liver disease or heart problems, severe hypotension, or severe kidney disorders. Patients with primary aldosteronism or certain heart valve diseases, liver disease, etc., should exercise special caution when using this medication. During the use of this drug, side effects such as dizziness and edema may occur, so consult a doctor if symptoms are severe. This medication should not be used during pregnancy, and if pregnancy is confirmed, it should be discontinued immediately and replaced with another safe medication. Because this drug lowers blood pressure, hypotension may occur, especially in patients with fluid or salt depletion, so caution is required. Regular blood tests are necessary as blood potassium levels may increase, and extra caution is needed when taking potassium-containing medications. Patients with decreased kidney function should frequently monitor their kidney function and electrolyte levels when taking this medication. This drug may interact with other medications, so be sure to inform your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking other medicines. Caution is required when driving or operating machinery as dizziness or drowsiness may occur. Elderly patients may be more sensitive to this medication, so dosage adjustments should be made. In case of overdose, severe hypotension or heart problems may occur, and immediate medical care should be sought. This medication is not recommended for children, and nursing women should avoid taking it. Store this medication out of reach of children, avoiding moisture and direct sunlight.

Serious side effects

Urticaria, severe swelling (angioedema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, paleness, severe rash with fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in mucous membranes of mouth/eyes, severe skin reactions, asthma attacks, respiratory difficulties with cough and fever, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, yellowing of skin or eyes (jaundice), severe systemic lethargy, liver abnormalities (jaundice), sudden and severe headaches, thunderclap headache

Mild side effects

• Dizziness
• peripheral edema
• upper respiratory infection
• urinary tract infection
• anemia
• hyperkalemia
• hypoglycemia
• hyponatremia
• hyperglycemia
• depression

This medication is sensitive to light and should be stored in a container that does not allow light to enter, at room temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. Proper storage will help maintain the effectiveness of the medication.

Appearance

White and light blue, oval-shaped double-coated tablets with a convex surface on both sides

Package unit

30 tablets (10 tablets/PTP x 3), 30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle