Olmesartan Medoxomil/Amlodipine Besylate/Hydrochlorothiazide Tablet 10/40/12.5mg

Adult dose

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

Child dose

Safety and efficacy have not been established for pediatric patients under 18 years of age, therefore the use of this medication is not recommended.

This medication should not be used during the second and third trimesters of pregnancy as it can cause serious harm to the fetus and newborn. Patients who are allergic or hypersensitive to this medication or any of its components should not be administered this medication. Pregnant or breastfeeding women, patients with severe hypotension, patients with serious heart conditions, patients with severely impaired kidney or liver function should not use this medication. Patients with low blood volume or low salt levels should carefully observe their condition before starting this medication, and if hypotension symptoms appear, immediate appropriate actions should be taken. This medication may affect kidney function, so patients with poor kidney function should regularly monitor their kidney status through blood tests. Patients with poor liver function should also be cautious when using this medication, and it is not recommended for patients with severe liver disease. This medication may interact when used with other antihypertensive medicines or diuretics, so it is essential to consult a physician. While taking this medication, it can lower blood pressure too much, so care should be taken if dizziness or lightheadedness occurs, and it is recommended to avoid driving or operating dangerous machinery. This medication may make the skin sensitive to sunlight, so it is important to be mindful of UV protection when going outdoors, and if there are any skin abnormalities, consult a doctor immediately. Overdosing on this medication can lead to severe hypotension or heart rhythm abnormalities, so dosage should be strictly followed, and if abnormal symptoms appear, immediate medical attention is required. This medication is not recommended for children or adolescents under 18 years of age, as its safety and efficacy have not been established. Elderly patients may be more sensitive to this medication, so it is advisable to start with a low dose and carefully monitor their physical condition. Breastfeeding women should consult a doctor or discontinue breastfeeding as this medication can be passed into breast milk and may affect the baby.

Serious side effects

Urticaria, severe swelling (edema), anaphylactic reaction, angioedema, Quincke's edema, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, palpitations, myocardial infarction, arrhythmia (including bradycardia, ventricular tachycardia, and atrial fibrillation), angina, hypotension, orthostatic hypotension, vasculitis (including necrotizing vasculitis), thrombosis, embolism, dyspnea, respiratory distress syndrome, pulmonary edema, acute renal failure, jaundice (cholestatic jaundice), acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS).

Mild side effects

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

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to protect it from air and moisture. It is important to maintain a storage temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius at room temperature. Storing it this way will help maintain the medication's effectiveness safely.

Appearance

Grayish-red round film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/box[(10 tablets/Alu-Alu × 3)]