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Maxmicah Tablet 40/10 mg

Maxmicah Tablet 40/10 mg

Prescription medication경구
Ingredient · strength
Telmisartan›40mg / 1 tabletAmlodipine Besylate›13.87mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
알보젠코리아(주)
Appearance
Biconvex oval double tablet in white to pale yellow and light blue colors
Packaging
30 tablets (10 tablets/PTP × 3)
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 201606381 · Approved 2016.10.31 · Insurance code 652606310

Summary

Main use
Improvement in blood pressure control for essential hypertension
Who takes it
Adults · Children
Adult dose
The recommended dosage 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). For patients with mild to moderate renal impairment, dose adjustment is not necessary, but for those with severe renal impairment, treatment should start with a lower dose and be gradually increased. For patients with hepatic impairment, the daily dose of telmisartan should not exceed 40 mg.
Child dose
Safety and efficacy have not been established for pediatric patients under 18 years of age, so the use of this medication is not recommended.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
알보젠코리아(주)

Efficacy & effects

Improvement in blood pressure control for essential hypertension

  • Essential hypertension
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This medication is used for patients with essential hypertension who do not achieve adequate blood pressure control with either amlodipine or telmisartan monotherapy. In other words, it helps to effectively lower blood pressure and reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease. It is used to improve the overall health of patients through blood pressure management.

How to take

Adult dose

The recommended dosage 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). For patients with mild to moderate renal impairment, dose adjustment is not necessary, but for those with severe renal impairment, treatment should start with a lower dose and be gradually increased. For patients with hepatic impairment, the daily dose of telmisartan should not exceed 40 mg.

Child dose

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

Precautions

This medication can pose serious risks to the fetus, especially during the second and third trimesters, so it should not be taken by pregnant women or women who may become pregnant. This medication is contraindicated in patients with certain diseases, such as hepatic impairment, obstructive biliary disease, severe hypotension, heart-related diseases, and patients with severely impaired kidney function or diabetes. Patients with primary aldosteronism or heart valve diseases, patients with decreased liver function, gastrointestinal diseases, renal artery hypertension, and elderly patients require special precautions when taking this medication. Side effects such as dizziness, peripheral edema, and hypotension may commonly occur, and there is a possibility of rare but serious adverse reactions, so any unusual symptoms should be consulted with healthcare professionals immediately. During treatment, regular monitoring of blood pressure, kidney function, electrolyte levels, etc., is necessary to identify any abnormalities, especially paying attention to hyperkalemia and worsening kidney function. This medication may interact with other medications, so if you are taking any other drugs, you must inform your doctor or pharmacist, especially when taken with anticoagulants, diuretics, lithium preparations, grapefruit juice, etc. Caution should be taken when driving or operating machinery due to potential dizziness or drowsiness, and it is advisable to avoid these activities if symptoms are severe. In case of overdose, symptoms such as hypotension, arrhythmias, and acute kidney failure may occur, requiring immediate medical attention. The safety of this medication has not been established in children, and breastfeeding women should avoid taking it. Store this medication out of the reach of children and take it immediately after opening to maintain product quality.

Side effects and when to seek care immediately

Serious side effects

Severe allergic reactions (hives, severe swelling, angioedema, anaphylaxis), severe skin reactions (severe rash, toxic skin rash, Stevens-Johnson syndrome), respiratory problems (dyspnea, interstitial lung disease), liver problems (jaundice, hepatitis, increased liver enzymes), serious neurological symptoms (severe headache, syncope, extrapyramidal disorder, tremors), severe edema or urinary disorders (reduced urine output, severe edema), myocardial infarction, congestive heart failure

Mild side effects

  • Dizziness
  • peripheral edema
  • upper respiratory tract infection
  • urinary tract infection
  • anemia
  • hyperkalemia
  • hypoglycemia
  • hyponatremia
  • hyperglycemia
  • depression
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  • insomnia
  • palpitations
  • bradycardia
  • tachycardia
  • flushing
  • hypotension
  • cough
  • abdominal pain
  • indigestion
  • nausea
  • vomiting
  • itching
  • rash
  • hair loss
  • joint swelling
  • muscle cramps
  • kidney dysfunction
  • urinary disorders
  • erectile dysfunction
  • edema
  • weakness
  • fatigue
  • increased liver enzymes
  • increased blood creatinine
  • weight gain
  • weight loss

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

Storage

This medication is sensitive to light, so it should be stored in a container that protects it from light. Additionally, to maintain its effectiveness, it is important to store it at room temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

Biconvex oval double tablet in white to pale yellow and light blue colors

Package unit

30 tablets (10 tablets/PTP × 3)

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