Telito Tablet 80 mg (Telmisartan)

Adult dose

Essential Hypertension Telmisartan should be taken orally at a dose of 40 mg once daily with water, and can be taken regardless of meal timing. In some patients, a dose of 20 mg once daily may also be effective. If necessary, the dose may be increased up to 80 mg once a day. Dose increments will show maximum blood pressure-lowering effect 4 to 8 weeks after starting treatment. Reduction of cardiovascular disease risk It is recommended to take 80 mg orally with water once daily.

This drug can cause serious harm to the fetus and newborn if taken during pregnancy, so it should be discontinued immediately upon confirmation of pregnancy. It should not be used in patients with allergic reactions to this drug, pregnant women or women who may become pregnant, patients with severe liver impairment, patients with hereditary angioedema, and patients with certain kidney diseases. Caution is necessary when using in the elderly, patients with hyperkalemia, liver disease patients, and heart disease patients, as there is a risk of excessively low blood pressure. During treatment, various side effects such as infections, blood disorders, hyperkalemia, hypoglycemia, renal function decline, liver function abnormalities, skin rashes, and angioedema may occur, so if unusual symptoms appear, consult a doctor immediately. In particular, if symptoms of hypotension, syncope, shock, or angioedema occur, the medication should be stopped immediately and appropriate treatment should be sought. Regular monitoring of kidney function and blood electrolyte levels is necessary, and careful observation of blood pressure control is essential. Additionally, when used in combination with other antihypertensives, blood pressure may become too low, so dose adjustments and monitoring of the condition are important. This drug may interact with certain medications, so inform healthcare providers of any other medications being taken. It is advisable for pregnant or nursing women to avoid taking this medication, and nursing may need to be suspended if breastfeeding. The safety and efficacy of this drug have not been established in children under 18 years of age and is therefore not recommended. In cases of overdose, symptoms such as hypotension, dizziness, acute renal failure may occur, so strictly adhere to the recommended dosage and contact medical personnel immediately if any unusual symptoms occur. This drug should be stored out of the reach of children and should not be transferred to other containers. Caution is required during driving or operating machinery due to the risk of dizziness or syncope.

Serious side effects

• Hives
• angioedema
• anaphylactic reactions
• septicemia
• liver dysfunction
• liver impairment
• jaundice
• angioedema
• laryngeal edema
• dyspnea

Mild side effects

• Upper respiratory infections
• pharyngitis
• sinusitis
• urinary tract infections
• cystitis
• anemia
• thrombocytopenia
• eosinophilia
• hyperkalemia
• hypoglycemia

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to prevent exposure to air or moisture. It is best to maintain room temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

White or almost white, round, biconvex tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle