Rodista Tablet 80/5 mg (Telmisartan, Amlodipine Besylate)

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 every day (e.g., in the morning). If blood pressure is not controlled, the dose can be adjusted based on the individual components of Amlodipine or Telmisartan to 40/5 mg, 80/5 mg, or 40/10 mg. Patients with renal impairment should start at a lower dose in severe cases and gradually increase the dose.

Child dose

The safety and efficacy in pediatric patients under 18 years of age have not been established, so administration of this medication is not recommended.

This medication can cause serious harm to the fetus, especially during the second and third trimesters, so women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should not take it. Patients with allergies to the components of this medication or specific liver, heart, or kidney diseases, as well as nursing women, should not take this medication. Caution should be used in patients with certain heart valve diseases or impaired liver function, gastrointestinal diseases, and renal vascular issues, and dosage should be adjusted under the guidance of a physician if necessary. Adverse effects like dizziness, edema, and hypotension may occur during the use of this medication, and in severe cases, fainting or kidney function abnormalities may occur, so any unusual symptoms should be immediately consulted with medical staff. This medication may interact with other drugs, so if you are currently taking any other medications, be sure to inform your doctor or pharmacist, especially when taking medications that increase potassium levels, as regular monitoring of blood potassium levels is recommended. Women who are pregnant or planning to become pregnant are advised to switch to other blood pressure medications with proven safety instead of this medication and should stop taking it immediately if pregnancy is confirmed. It is preferable not to use this medication during breastfeeding, and special caution is necessary for children and the elderly. In the case of overdose, symptoms such as hypotension, arrhythmias, and decreased kidney function may occur, so it is necessary to visit a medical institution immediately for appropriate treatment. This medication should be kept out of reach of children and it is recommended to open the packaging just before use. Caution should be exercised while driving or operating hazardous machinery as dizziness or drowsiness may occur during use.

Serious side effects

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

Mild side effects

Dizziness, peripheral edema, fainting, drowsiness, headache, sensory disturbances, vision impairment, palpitations, hypotension, cough, changes in bowel habits (including diarrhea and constipation), abdominal pain, dyspepsia, nausea, vomiting, dry mouth, itching, rash, hair loss, hematological abnormalities (anemia, thrombocytopenia, etc.), depression, insomnia, weakness, fatigue, muscle cramps, arthralgia, low back pain, erectile dysfunction, edema, increased blood creatinine, elevated liver enzymes, etc.

This medication is sensitive to light and should be stored in a dark container protected from light. Additionally, it is advisable to store it at room temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius. Proper storage will help maintain the efficacy of the medication.

Appearance

A white and light gray, double-convex oval tablet.

Package unit

For domestic use - 30 tablets/PTP [30 tablets (10 tablets/Alu-Alu X 3)]