Twinpozi 40/5 mg

Adult dose

The recommended dose of this medication is 1 tablet once daily, to be taken with water irrespective of meals. It is recommended to take it at the same time daily (e.g., morning). 40/5 mg: This is administered to patients whose blood pressure is not adequately controlled with 5 mg amlodipine or 40 mg telmisartan. 80/5 mg: This is administered to patients whose blood pressure is not adequately controlled with 5 mg amlodipine or this medication 40/5 mg.

Child dose

The safety and efficacy of this medication have not been established for pediatric patients under 18 years of age; thus, its administration is not recommended.

This medication should not be used during pregnancy, especially in the second and third trimesters, as it can have serious effects on the fetus. If pregnancy is confirmed, this medication should be discontinued as soon as possible. This medication should not be used in patients with significant allergic reactions or severely impaired liver or heart function. Additionally, it is safe for women who may become pregnant or are breastfeeding to avoid using this medication. Patients with poor liver function or gastrointestinal diseases should use caution when taking this medication. Patients with poor kidney function or heart disease also require medical supervision when using this medication. During the use of this medication, side effects such as dizziness or edema may occur, so caution is necessary. If symptoms of low blood pressure occur, such as hypotension, immediate consultation with medical staff is required. This medication may interact with other drugs; therefore, if there are co-administered medications, it is important to inform the healthcare provider. Regular blood tests are necessary to monitor potassium levels, as there is a risk of elevated potassium levels. Caution is also needed when driving or operating potentially dangerous machinery due to possible dizziness or drowsiness. This medication is not recommended for children, and caution should be exercised when adjusting the dosage for the elderly. In cases of overdose, serious hypotension or cardiac problems may occur, necessitating immediate emergency treatment. Keep this medication out of reach of children, and take it immediately after opening.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (angioedema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe allergic reactions, severe rash with high fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in oral/ocular mucosa, severe skin reactions, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attacks, respiratory abnormalities with cough+fever, yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme lethargy, liver abnormalities (jaundice), sudden and severe headache.

Mild side effects

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

This medication is sensitive to light and should be stored in a container that shields it from light. Moreover, to maintain the efficacy of the medication, it is important to store it at room temperature, specifically between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

White to pale yellow and light blue oval-shaped biconvex double-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets (10 tablets/PTP × 3), 30 tablets/bottle