Astar Tablet 40/5 mg

Adult dose

The recommended dosage for adults is 1 tablet once daily, taken with water regardless of meals. It is advisable to take it at the same time every day (e.g., in the morning). Available dosages include 40/5 mg, 80/5 mg, 40/10 mg, and 80/10 mg, and the appropriate dose should be selected based on blood pressure control. For patients with renal impairment, it is recommended to start treatment with a lower dose if the impairment is severe and to carefully monitor the dosage adjustments.

Child dose

The safety and efficacy of this medication have not been established in pediatric patients under 18 years of age; therefore, its use is not recommended.

This medication can cause serious harm to the fetus if taken during pregnancy, especially in the second and third trimesters; therefore, it should not be taken by women who are pregnant or may become pregnant. Additionally, patients with allergies to any of the components of this medication, severe liver impairment, severe hypotension, or heart disease should not take this drug. Special caution is required when using this drug in patients with primary aldosteronism, certain heart valve diseases, liver disorders, gastrointestinal diseases, and kidney diseases. During the use of this medication, blood pressure may drop too low, so if symptoms appear, immediate consultation with a healthcare provider is required. Also, due to the increased risk of elevated potassium levels, regular blood tests may be necessary. This medication may cause side effects such as dizziness or drowsiness, so caution should be exercised while driving or operating machinery. It is advised that pregnant or breastfeeding women do not take this medication, and breastfeeding women should also avoid it. Interactions may occur when taken with other medications, so you must inform your healthcare provider of any current medications. In case of overdose, severe hypotension or heart problems may arise, requiring immediate medical assistance. This medication is not recommended for children, and dosage adjustment may be necessary for the elderly.

Serious side effects

Urticaria, severe swelling (edema), difficulty breathing, liver dysfunction, liver disease, jaundice, angioedema (with fatal outcomes), toxic skin rash, drug rash, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, thrombocytopenia, anaphylactic reaction, syncope, myocardial infarction, ventricular tachycardia, arrhythmia, atrial fibrillation, vasculitis, hepatitis, elevated liver enzymes, intestinal vascular edema, kidney dysfunction (including acute renal failure)

Mild side effects

Dizziness, peripheral edema, upper respiratory infection (including pharyngitis and sinusitis), urinary tract infection (including cystitis), anemia, hyperkalemia, hypoglycemia (in diabetic patients), hyponatremia, hyperglycemia, depression, insomnia, mood changes, anxiety, drowsiness, headache, paresthesia, taste disturbance, tremors, visual disturbances (including double vision), vertigo, tinnitus, palpitations, bradycardia, tachycardia, flushing, hypotension, orthostatic hypotension, cough, abdominal pain, dyspepsia, vomiting

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

Appearance

White or off-white rectangular tablet

Package unit

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