Aldermy 40mg (Telmisartan)

Adult dose

1. For essential hypertension, Telmisartan should be taken orally at 40 mg once a day with water, regardless of meals. It may be effective at 20 mg once daily for some patients, and if necessary, can be increased up to 80 mg once daily. Dose increase shows maximum blood pressure-lowering effect 4 to 8 weeks after treatment initiation. 2. To reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease, 80 mg once a day is recommended, taken orally with water regardless of meals.

This medication may cause severe harm to the fetus during pregnancy, so it should be stopped immediately if pregnancy is confirmed. It should be avoided in pregnant women, nursing mothers, patients with severe liver impairment, specific vascular edema patients, and severe renal impairment patients. Elderly patients, patients with hyperkalemia, mild to moderate liver impairment, and those with heart and kidney-related diseases should take this medication with caution. Blood pressure, kidney function, potassium levels, etc. should be monitored regularly during use, and if any abnormal symptoms appear, consult medical staff immediately. This medication may enhance the effects of other antihypertensives, so it is essential to inform healthcare providers of any other medications currently being taken, especially if combined with ACE inhibitors, aliskiren, or potassium-sparing diuretics, as there may be an increased risk of severe side effects. Symptoms such as severe hypotension, vascular edema, liver dysfunction, kidney impairment, and hyperkalemia may occur; if any abnormal symptoms arise, the medication should be stopped immediately and medical treatment sought. Caution is also needed when driving or operating machinery, as dizziness or fainting may occur. It is not recommended for children and adolescents under 18 years of age due to the lack of established safety and efficacy. In case of overdose, symptoms such as hypotension, dizziness, and acute renal failure may occur; immediate medical attention should be sought for appropriate treatment. When storing, keep out of reach of children and avoid humidity.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling, chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe allergic reactions, severe rash with fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in mucous membranes of mouth/eyes, severe skin reactions, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attacks, breathing difficulties accompanied by coughing and fever, liver abnormalities (jaundice), yellowing of the skin or eyes, extreme drowsiness, sudden and severe headache, lightning-like pain

Mild side effects

• Upper respiratory infection
• pharyngitis
• sinusitis
• urinary tract infection
• cystitis
• anemia
• thrombocytopenia
• eosinophilia
• hypersensitivity
• hyperkalemia

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to prevent exposure to air or moisture. It is recommended to maintain the storage temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius at room temperature. Proper storage helps maintain the efficacy of the medication.

Appearance

white or almost white, biconvex round tablets

Package unit

Blister - 30 tablets/blister [10 tablets/blister x 3]