Medication info
Double Low Tablet 40/5 mg

Double Low Tablet 40/5 mg

Prescription medicationTablet경구
Ingredient · strength
Telmisartan›40mg / 1 tabletAmlodipine Besylate›6.935mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
일양약품(주)
Appearance
White or whitish oval tablet
Packaging
30 tablets (10 tablets/Alu-Alu*3), 30 tablets/bottle
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 201702165 · Approved 2017.04.27 · Insurance code 641705320

Summary

Main use
Improvement of blood pressure control in essential hypertension
Who takes it
Adults · Children
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). Available doses are 40/5 mg, 80/5 mg, 40/10 mg, and 80/10 mg, and the appropriate dose should be administered according to blood pressure control status. For renal impairment patients, no dose adjustment is necessary for mild to moderate conditions, but severe cases require special monitoring.
Child dose
The safety and efficacy for patients under the age of 18 have not been established, so administration is not recommended.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
일양약품(주)

Efficacy & effects

Improvement of blood pressure control in essential hypertension

  • Essential hypertension
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This medication is used to effectively lower and control blood pressure in patients with essential hypertension when blood pressure is not adequately controlled with either amlodipine or telmisartan monotherapy. It helps reduce the risk of cardiovascular complications associated with hypertension. Consistent use is necessary as stable blood pressure management is crucial for maintaining heart and vascular health. This medication plays an important role in blood pressure control and improves the overall health status of patients.

How to take

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). Available doses are 40/5 mg, 80/5 mg, 40/10 mg, and 80/10 mg, and the appropriate dose should be administered according to blood pressure control status. For renal impairment patients, no dose adjustment is necessary for mild to moderate conditions, but severe cases require special monitoring.

Child dose

The safety and efficacy for patients under the age of 18 have not been established, so administration is not recommended.

Precautions

This medication may 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 those who could become pregnant. It should not be administered to patients with allergies to the active ingredient or related ingredients, patients with severe liver dysfunction, patients with left ventricular outflow obstruction, patients with severe hypotension, patients in cardiogenic shock, and patients with unstable heart failure after acute myocardial infarction. Patients with primary aldosteronism, certain heart valve diseases, liver dysfunction, gastrointestinal diseases, renal artery hypertension, dialysis patients, and the elderly should use this medication with caution and particularly when combined with other antihypertensive agents. Side effects such as dizziness and peripheral edema can commonly occur when taking this medication, and serious adverse effects may occur rarely, so if any abnormal symptoms appear, consult a healthcare provider immediately. This medication should not be used during pregnancy; if pregnancy is confirmed, treatment should be discontinued immediately and switched to a safer alternative. Due to the risk of hypotension, patients with volume or salt depletion should manage their condition before taking this medication, and blood pressure should be closely monitored during therapy. There may be a risk of hyperkalemia, so potassium levels should be checked regularly, and caution is needed when taking with potassium supplements. Patients with impaired renal function should frequently monitor renal function and electrolyte levels while on this medication. Patients at risk of myocardial infarction need to be cautious when taking this medication, and dose adjustments and patient status should be closely monitored. It is advisable not to take this medication while breastfeeding, and special attention is needed for children and the elderly. In the case of overdose, hypotension, dizziness, and cardiovascular-related symptoms may occur, so immediate medical treatment is required, and in severe cases, appropriate emergency measures should be taken in a hospital. Store this medication out of reach of children, and take it immediately after opening; it is advisable not to transfer it to another container.

Side effects and when to seek care immediately

Serious side effects

  • Hives, severe swelling (angioedema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe allergic reaction
  • Severe rash with high fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in mucous membranes of mouth/eyes, severe skin adverse reactions
  • Difficulty breathing or shortness of breath, asthma attacks, respiratory abnormalities accompanied by cough and fever
  • Yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme malaise, liver abnormalities (jaundice)
  • Sudden and severe

Mild side effects

Dizziness, peripheral edema, syncope, drowsiness, headache, migraine, paresthesia, dysgeusia, tremor, visual impairment, vertigo, tinnitus, palpitations, bradycardia, tachycardia, flushing, hypotension, orthostatic hypotension, cough, rhinitis, changes in bowel habits (including diarrhea and constipation), abdominal pain, dyspepsia, nausea, vomiting, dry mouth, sweating, rash, itching, hair loss, purpura, skin discoloration, eczema, erythema, joint swelling, muscle cramps, joint pain, muscle

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 prevents light from entering. Additionally, it is important to maintain a room temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius while storing the medication; this will help preserve its effectiveness.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

White or whitish oval tablet

Package unit

30 tablets (10 tablets/Alu-Alu*3), 30 tablets/bottle

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