Double Star Tablet 40/10 mg

Adult dose

The recommended dose for 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 every day, if possible. If blood pressure control is inadequate, the dosage can be adjusted to 40/5 mg, 80/5 mg, or 40/10 mg. For patients with renal impairment, dose adjustment is not necessary for mild to moderate cases, but for severe cases, treatment should begin at a lower dose and be gradually increased.

Child dose

Safety and efficacy in pediatric patients under 18 years have not been established, therefore administration is not recommended.

This drug should not be used during pregnancy, especially in the second and third trimesters, as it can cause serious harm to the fetus. If pregnancy is confirmed, this medication should be discontinued immediately. Patients with allergies to any components of this medication or similar drugs, those who are pregnant or breastfeeding, and patients with severely impaired liver function should not take this drug. Patients with serious heart or blood pressure problems should also avoid this medication. Patients with certain diseases, such as primary aldosteronism, heart valve disease, or liver disease, should use this drug with caution. Patients with gastrointestinal diseases, kidney diseases, or the elderly should also be careful when taking this medication. Since this drug lowers blood pressure, there is a risk of hypotension, and immediate action should be taken if symptoms appear. Furthermore, there may be a risk of elevated blood potassium levels, so regular blood tests may be necessary. Side effects such as dizziness, drowsiness, and visual disturbances may occur while taking this medication, so caution should be exercised when driving or operating machinery. There may be interactions with other medications, so it is essential to consult with a doctor or pharmacist. In case of overdose, hypotension and heart problems may occur, and immediate medical assistance should be sought. This medication is not recommended for children, and elderly patients should adjust the dosage accordingly. When storing, keep out of reach of children and ensure it is not exposed to moisture.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (angioedema), tightness in the chest, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe rash with high fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in oral/ocular mucosa, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attack, respiratory abnormalities with cough and fever, yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme fatigue, sudden and severe headache, thunderclap headache, seizures, altered consciousness, visual disturbances, paralysis,

Mild side effects

• Dizziness
• peripheral edema
• upper respiratory tract infection
• urinary tract infection
• anemia
• hyperkalemia
• hypoglycemia
• hyponatremia
• depression
• insomnia

This medication should be stored in a special container to protect it from light and air, and it is advisable to maintain a storage temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius (room temperature). Proper storage will help ensure the safety of the medication's effectiveness.

Appearance

Biconvex oval double tablet in white and light blue color

Package unit

30 tablets (10 tablets/PTP×3), 30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle