Telmidipine Plus Tablet 80/10/12.5 Milligrams

Adult dose

This medication should be taken once daily, 1 tablet, with water at any time of day. It is recommended to take it at the same time each day (e.g., in the morning). For patients whose blood pressure is not controlled, a dose of 40/5/12.5 milligrams is administered, adjusting the dosage at intervals of more than 2 weeks based on the patient's blood pressure response. The maximum dosage is 80/10/25 milligrams.

This medication can pose a serious risk to the fetus during pregnancy, especially in the second and third trimesters, so pregnant women or women who may become pregnant should not take it. Patients who have allergic reactions to any of the ingredients in this medication, or those with specific liver diseases, severe kidney problems, hypotension, etc., should not use this medication. Patients with certain conditions such as primary aldosteronism, heart valve disease, liver dysfunction, gastrointestinal diseases, and renovascular hypertension should use this medication with caution. This medication can cause rapid drops in blood pressure, so patients should be cautious of symptoms of hypotension when starting to take it. If symptoms occur, it is necessary to lie down and rest immediately. This medication can raise potassium levels in the blood, so caution is needed when taken with potassium supplements or potassium-rich foods, and potassium levels should be checked regularly through blood tests. Patients with impaired kidney function may have their kidney function affected by this medication, so periodic kidney function tests are necessary. During treatment with this medication, side effects such as dizziness, headache, edema, and gastrointestinal disturbances may occur, and if any unusual symptoms persist, the patient should consult a doctor. Elderly patients may experience a stronger effect from this medication and should start at a lower dose and gradually adjust the dosage. This medication may interact with other antihypertensives, diuretics, certain heart medications, lithium, warfarin, etc., so if the patient is taking other medications, they must inform their doctor. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should not use this medication, and if they plan to become pregnant or find out they are pregnant, they should stop taking the medication immediately and consult their doctor. In case of overdose, symptoms such as hypotension, dizziness, and heart rhythm abnormalities may appear, so it is crucial to adhere strictly to the prescribed dosage, and if an overdose is suspected, the patient should visit the hospital immediately. During treatment with this medication, patients should be aware that dizziness or drowsiness may occur while driving or operating dangerous machinery.

Serious side effects

Urticaria, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe rash with high fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in oral/ocular mucosa, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attacks, respiratory abnormalities accompanied by cough and fever, yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme drowsiness, sudden and severe headache, thunderclap headache, seizures, altered consciousness, visual disturbances, paralysis,

Mild side effects

Dizziness, headache, weakness, constipation, nausea, nasopharyngitis, lower back pain, proteinuria, peripheral edema, fatigue, infections, increased serum creatine phosphokinase (CPK), elevated gamma-glutamyl transferase (γ-GTP), increased triglycerides (TG), osteonecrosis, bone marrow edema syndrome, chest discomfort, difficulty urinating, sudden hearing loss, nausea, fatigue, weakness, edema, facial swelling, lower limb edema, itching, hypersensitivity, increased sweating,

This medication is sensitive to light and should be stored in a container that is protected from light. Additionally, it should be stored at room temperature between 1°C and 30°C, avoiding excessively hot or cold places.

Appearance

White oval-shaped biconvex tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/box [10 tablets/PTP*3]