Neostar Tablet 80/5 mg

Adult dose

The recommended dosage for adults is 1 tablet once daily, to be taken with water regardless of meals. It is advisable to take it at the same time each day (e.g., morning). For patients with renal impairment, no dosage adjustment is needed for mild to moderate cases, but severe cases should start at a lower dose and gradually increase. Hepatic impairment patients should not exceed a daily dose of 40 milligrams of Telmisartan.

Child dose

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

This medication can pose a serious risk to the fetus during pregnancy, particularly in the second and third trimesters, so women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should not take this medicine. This drug should not be administered to individuals allergic to the active ingredient or similar components, patients with obstructive biliary disease, severe hepatic impairment, significant cardiovascular disease, pregnant women, breastfeeding mothers, and certain other patients. Patients with impaired hepatic or renal function, heart valve disease, and the elderly must exercise special caution when using this medication, which may require dose adjustments or regular monitoring. Common side effects may include dizziness, swelling, and hypotension, while rare but serious adverse events may include severe allergic reactions or cardiovascular events, necessitating immediate consultation with a healthcare professional if unusual symptoms arise. Regular monitoring of blood pressure, renal function, and serum potassium levels is necessary during the course of treatment to ensure no abnormalities occur. Interactions may arise when combined with other medications, so patients should inform healthcare professionals of any concurrent medications, especially diuretics, potassium supplements, lithium, digoxin, or warfarin. If planning to conceive or during pregnancy, this medication should be discontinued, and it is also not recommended for breastfeeding mothers. Elderly patients may be more sensitive to this medication, and treatment should begin at a lower dose while closely monitoring their condition. Overdose can lead to symptoms such as hypotension, dizziness, and arrhythmias, and immediate medical attention is required for appropriate care. This medication has not been proven safe and effective in children, so it is not recommended for use in this population.

Serious side effects

Urticaria, severe swelling (angioedema), chest discomfort, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, paleness, severe allergic reaction, severe rash accompanied by fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in oral/eye mucosa, severe skin reactions, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attacks, respiratory distress with coughing and fever, jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes), extreme lethargy, liver abnormalities (jaundice), sudden and severe

Mild side effects

Dizziness, peripheral edema, upper respiratory tract infection, urinary tract infection, anemia, hyperkalemia, hypoglycemia, hyponatremia, hyperglycemia, depression, insomnia, anxiety, confusion, drowsiness, headache, paresthesia, visual disturbances, vertigo, tinnitus, palpitations, bradycardia, tachycardia, flushing, hypotension, orthostatic hypotension, cough, shortness of breath, changes in bowel habits (including diarrhea and constipation), abdominal pain, indigestion, nausea, vomiting, dry mouth, pruritus, sweating

This medicine is sensitive to light and should be stored in a dark container, ideally at room temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius. Proper storage helps maintain the effectiveness of the drug and prevents degradation.

Appearance

Bicolored oval double tablet, one side white and the other light blue, convex on both sides.

Package unit

30 tablets (10 tablets/PTP*3)