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Twin One Tablet 40/5 mg

Twin One Tablet 40/5 mg

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Ingredient · strength
Telmisartan Powder 23.9%›167.36mg / 1 tabletAmlodipine Besylate›6.935mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
(주)비보존제약
Appearance
This is a white and light gray double-layered oval tablet with convex surfaces on both sides.
Packaging
30 tablets (10 tablets/PTP × 3)
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 201605734 · Approved 2016.09.30 · Insurance code 658203420

Summary

Main use
Improvement of blood pressure control in essential hypertension with the combination of amlodipine or telmisartan
Who takes it
Adults · Children
Adult dose
Take one tablet once daily with water, regardless of meals. It is recommended to take it at the same time every day if possible. The 40/5 mg dosage is administered to patients whose blood pressure is not adequately controlled with 5 mg of amlodipine or 40 mg of telmisartan. The 80/5 mg dosage is administered to patients whose blood pressure is not controlled with 5 mg of amlodipine or this medication 40/5 mg. 40
Child dose
Safety and efficacy in pediatric patients under 18 years of age have not been established, hence administration is not recommended.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
(주)비보존제약

Efficacy & effects

Improvement of blood pressure control in essential hypertension with the combination of amlodipine or telmisartan

  • Essential hypertension
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This medication is used to effectively lower blood pressure in patients with essential hypertension who have difficulty controlling blood pressure with monotherapy of amlodipine or telmisartan alone. This helps reduce the risk of cardiovascular complications due to hypertension and contributes to maintaining healthy blood pressure.

How to take

Adult dose

Take one tablet once daily with water, regardless of meals. It is recommended to take it at the same time every day if possible. The 40/5 mg dosage is administered to patients whose blood pressure is not adequately controlled with 5 mg of amlodipine or 40 mg of telmisartan. The 80/5 mg dosage is administered to patients whose blood pressure is not controlled with 5 mg of amlodipine or this medication 40/5 mg. 40

Child dose

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

Precautions

This medication may pose serious risks to the fetus, especially during the second and third trimesters, so it should not be taken by women who are pregnant or may become pregnant. Patients with allergies to any of the ingredients in this medication or severe liver impairment, severe hypotension, or severe heart-related diseases should not take this medication. Patients with poor liver function, gastrointestinal diseases, kidney problems, the elderly, etc., should take special care when using this medication. This medication may cause side effects such as dizziness, edema, and lowering of blood pressure, so consult a doctor if symptoms are severe. Since this is a medication that lowers blood pressure, if symptoms of hypotension occur, lie down immediately and rest, and receive IV treatment at a hospital if necessary. This medication can interact with other drugs, so if you are taking any other medications, be sure to inform your doctor or pharmacist. Women who are breastfeeding should also avoid taking this medication, and if pregnancy is planned or occurring, should switch to another safe treatment method. This medication is not recommended for children or adolescents under the age of 18 as safety and efficacy have not been sufficiently established. Elderly patients may respond more sensitively to this medication, so caution is needed when taking it, and dosage adjustment may be necessary. In case of overdose, severe hypotension, dizziness, and heart problems may occur, so visit a medical institution immediately for appropriate treatment. This medication should be kept out of the reach of children and stored in its original packaging.

Side effects and when to seek care immediately

Serious side effects

  • Urticaria
  • severe swelling (edema)
  • angioedema
  • anaphylaxis
  • Stevens-Johnson syndrome
  • vasculitis
  • severe allergic reactions
  • severe skin adverse reactions
  • interstitial lung disease
  • liver dysfunction
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  • jaundice
  • acute kidney failure
  • significantly reduced urine output
  • severe edema or urinary abnormalities
  • myocardial infarction
  • cerebrovascular accident
  • congestive heart failure
  • severe neurological symptoms
  • severe headache
  • thunderclap headache
  • seizures
  • confusion
  • visual disturbances
  • paralysis
  • respiratory distress.

Mild side effects

  • Dizziness
  • peripheral edema
  • syncope
  • drowsiness
  • headache
  • sensory disturbance
  • mood changes
  • insomnia
  • depression
  • anxiety
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  • visual disturbance
  • vertigo
  • tinnitus
  • palpitations
  • bradycardia
  • tachycardia
  • flushing
  • hypotension
  • orthostatic hypotension
  • cough
  • changes in bowel habits
  • abdominal pain
  • indigestion
  • nausea
  • vomiting
  • dry mouth
  • gingival hyperplasia
  • hair loss
  • purpura
  • skin discoloration
  • sweating
  • rash
  • itching
  • eczema
  • thrombocytopenia
  • increased blood uric acid
  • increased serum creatinine.

Not everyone experiences these, and they can vary from person to person.

Storage

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container that blocks light, at room temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius. Storing in this manner helps maintain the medication's effectiveness and prevents deterioration.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

This is a white and light gray double-layered oval tablet with convex surfaces on both sides.

Package unit

30 tablets (10 tablets/PTP × 3)

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