Sambica HCT Tablet 10/40/12.5 mg

Adult dose

This medication should be taken once daily, 1 tablet, with water, regardless of meals. It is recommended to take it at the same time every day (e.g., in the morning). The recommended dosages are as follows: - 5/20/12.5 mg: Used in patients for whom blood pressure is not adequately controlled with the amlodipine/olmesartan medoxomil combination therapy of 5/20 mg. - 5/40/12.5 mg: Used in patients for whom blood pressure is not adequately controlled with the amlodipine/olmesartan medoxomil combination therapy of 5/40 mg.

Child dose

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

This medication can cause serious harm to the fetus and newborn during the second and third trimesters of pregnancy, so it should be discontinued immediately if pregnancy is confirmed. Patients with allergies to this medication or its components, those with certain heart, kidney, or liver diseases, pregnant women, and nursing mothers should not take this medication. Patients with reduced blood volume or impaired kidney function may experience side effects such as hypotension; therefore, their condition should be closely monitored before administration and during treatment. This medication has a strong blood pressure-lowering effect, which can lead to dizziness or orthostatic hypotension, so caution is advised when driving or operating dangerous machinery. During the use of this medication, regular tests of electrolyte levels in the blood are necessary to ensure that imbalances of potassium, sodium, and calcium do not occur. In particular, the diuretics included in this medication may affect blood sugar regulation in diabetic patients, so adjustments to diabetes medication doses may be necessary. This medication may interact with other drugs; therefore, especially when taken with lithium, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), or other antihypertensives, consultation with a healthcare professional is advised. Photosensitivity reactions may occur, so care should be taken to avoid excessive exposure to sunlight or ultraviolet rays, and any abnormal skin symptoms should be reported immediately. This medication can also be used in the elderly, but dosage adjustments may be necessary in cases of decreased kidney or liver function, and in cases of overdose, symptoms such as hypotension and palpitations may occur, requiring immediate treatment. The use of this medication during breastfeeding is not recommended; if it must be taken, stopping breastfeeding is advisable. Safety and efficacy have not been established in pediatric patients, so it is advisable not to administer this medication to children. During the use of this medication, regular medical check-ups are necessary to carefully monitor for any adverse reactions or changes in symptoms.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, paleness, severe rash with high fever, blisters, peeling skin, pain in mucous membranes of mouth/eyes, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attack, respiratory abnormalities with cough and fever, jaundice, extreme fatigue, sudden and severe headache, thunderclap headache, seizures, confusion, visual disturbances, paralysis,

Mild side effects

• Peripheral edema
• headache
• dizziness
• upper respiratory infection
• nasopharyngitis
• urinary tract infection
• sialadenitis
• leukopenia
• thrombocytopenia
• bone marrow suppression

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to avoid exposure to air or moisture. It is also recommended to store it at room temperature, between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. This helps maintain the medication's effectiveness for a longer period.

Appearance

Grayish-red round film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets (10 tablets/Alu-Alu × 3)