Mirtel Plus Tablet 80/12.5 mg

Adult dose

Telmisartan alone may not adequately control blood pressure in patients, and this medication should be taken once a day with water, regardless of meals. It is recommended to adjust the dosages of each component based on the individual's needs before administration. The combination product Telmisartan/Hydrochlorothiazide 40/12.5 mg, 80/12.5 mg, and 80/25 mg can be administered to patients who do not have adequate blood pressure control. Patients with renal impairment and liver impairment

Child dose

The safety and efficacy of this medication have not been established for children under 18 years of age.

This medication should not be used during pregnancy, especially in the second and third trimesters, as it can cause severe harm to the fetus. If pregnancy is confirmed, the use of this medication should be stopped immediately, and alternative treatments should be considered. Patients who are allergic to any component or additive of this medication, pregnant women, nursing mothers, and patients with severe liver or kidney disease should not be administered this medication. Additionally, patients with obstructive biliary disease or bile stasis should not use this medication. Elderly patients, patients with impaired liver function, and patients with cardiovascular disease should be administered with caution, ensuring that blood pressure does not drop too low. The Hydrochlorothiazide component can affect electrolyte balance in the body, which may lead to electrolyte abnormalities such as hypokalemia or hyperkalemia, so regular blood tests are necessary. During the use of this medication, the risk of skin cancer may increase, so exposure to sunlight should be avoided, and any skin abnormalities should be reported to a physician immediately. Symptoms such as severe dizziness, hypotension, and arrhythmias may occur, so immediate consultation with medical personnel is necessary if these symptoms arise. Due to numerous drug interactions, it is important to inform healthcare professionals of any other medications being taken, especially caution is required when taking with lithium, potassium supplements, diuretics, and antihypertensive medications. This medication may cause drowsiness or dizziness when driving or operating machinery, so caution is required during these activities. In case of overdose, the risks of hypotension, electrolyte imbalance, and dehydration exist; therefore, the prescribed dosage must be strictly followed, and in case of abnormal symptoms, healthcare facilities should be visited immediately. Safety and efficacy have not been established for children and adolescents under 18 years of age.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (including angioedema, with fatal outcomes), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe rash with high fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in mucous membranes of the mouth/eyes, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attacks, respiratory abnormalities accompanied by cough and fever, yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme lethargy, sudden and severe headache, lightning headache, seizure, loss of consciousness

Mild side effects

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

This medication may be sensitive to air or moisture, so it must be stored in a tightly sealed container. The recommended storage temperature is room temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. This helps in maintaining the efficacy of the medication for a longer duration.

Appearance

White or almost white, biconvex round tablets

Package unit

30 tablets/box [(10 tablets/PTP)x3]