EMBICA HCT Tablet 10/40/12.5mg

Adult dose

This drug is taken once daily, 1 tablet, with or without food. It is recommended to take it at the same time each day (e.g., in the morning) if possible. The maximum dosage is 10/40/25mg of Amlodipine/Olmesartan medoxomil/Hydrochlorothiazide. Dosage adjustments should be made at intervals of more than 2 weeks depending on blood pressure control. The recommended dosages are as follows: - 5/20/12.5mg: for patients with inadequate blood pressure control using Amlodipine/Olmesartan

Child dose

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

This drug can cause serious harm to the fetus and newborn if taken during the second and third trimesters of pregnancy, so it should be immediately discontinued upon confirmation of pregnancy. This drug should not be taken if there is an allergy to this drug or its ingredients, or if there are specific heart and kidney diseases, hypotension, or if pregnant or breastfeeding. Patients with decreased blood volume or poor kidney function should carefully monitor their condition before taking this drug and take immediate action if hypotensive symptoms occur. This drug can affect kidney function, so patients with weakened kidney function should take blood tests regularly and exercise caution. Patients with poor liver function or progressive liver disease should use this drug carefully due to the risk of serious side effects like hepatic coma. This drug lowers blood pressure, so it should be used with caution when driving or operating machinery due to the possibility of dizziness or lightheadedness. Sun sensitivity may occur while taking this drug; therefore, proper UV protection should be taken, and if photosensitivity reactions occur, the drug should be discontinued immediately. This drug can cause electrolyte imbalances in the blood, so regular blood tests should verify levels of sodium, potassium, etc. Especially for diabetic patients, blood sugar control may be affected; therefore, blood sugar levels should be carefully managed. This drug may interact with other blood pressure medications, diuretics, and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). If taking other medications, it is essential to inform the doctor or pharmacist. In case of overdose, hypotension, palpitations, and in severe cases, heart failure may occur, necessitating immediate medical attention for proper treatment. Children and adolescents under 18 years of age should not take this drug, as its safety and efficacy have not been established. Elderly patients should start with low doses and take the medication carefully due to the possibility of reduced kidney and liver function. Store this drug in a place out of reach of children and keep it safe from moisture, heat, and direct sunlight.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweats, paleness, severe rash with high fever, blistering, shedding skin, pain in mucous membranes of the mouth/eyes, shortness of breath, asthma attacks, coughing with fever and respiratory difficulties, yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), severe malaise, sudden and severe headaches, thunderclap headache, seizures, confusion, vision disturbances, paralysis, urination changes

Mild side effects

• Peripheral edema
• headaches
• dizziness
• upper respiratory infections
• nasopharyngitis
• urinary tract infections
• sialadenitis
• leukopenia
• thrombocytopenia
• bone marrow suppression

This drug should be stored in a tightly sealed container to avoid exposure to air or moisture, and it is safe to store at room temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius. Therefore, it is essential to keep the medication in a cool and dry place until use.

Appearance

Gray-red round film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/PTP [10 tablets/PTP×3]