Oloduoetteok 20/10 mg

Adult dose

Olmesartan Medoxomil: The recommended initial dose is 10 mg once daily, administered without regard to meals. If blood pressure is not adequately controlled at this dose, it may be increased to 20 mg once daily, with a maximum dose of 40 mg per day. The antihypertensive effect appears within two weeks of starting treatment and reaches its maximum approximately eight weeks after initiation. If blood pressure is not adequately controlled, it may be co-administered with a diuretic. Daily.

Child dose

Olmesartan Medoxomil: Safety and efficacy have not been established in children under 18 years of age.

This medication can cause serious harm or even death to the fetus and newborn if taken during the second and third trimesters of pregnancy. It must be discontinued immediately if pregnancy is confirmed, and women who may become pregnant should not take this medication. Individuals allergic to this medication or its components should not use it. Patients with severely impaired renal function, those undergoing dialysis, or those with severely compromised liver function should also not take this medication. This medication contains lactose, so patients with lactose intolerance or related genetic disorders should avoid it. Due to its blood pressure-lowering effects, dizziness or hypotension may occur, so caution is advised for patients taking high-dose diuretics or those with decreased blood volume. This medication may affect kidney function, so patients with kidney disease should frequently check their kidney function and electrolyte levels through blood tests. There is a risk of hyperkalemia, so serum potassium levels should be monitored regularly, especially in patients with heart or kidney disease. Symptoms such as muscle pain or weakness and, rarely, serious muscle damage (rhabdomyolysis) may occur, so immediate consultation with healthcare professionals is advised if muscle-related symptoms arise. This medication may affect liver function, so patients with liver disease should undergo regular liver function tests, and if symptoms of liver damage appear, discontinue use. Patients with a history of excessive alcohol consumption or liver disease should exercise caution when taking this medication. Dizziness may occur during activities requiring alertness such as driving or operating machinery, so caution is necessary. This medication may interact with other drugs, so it is essential to inform healthcare professionals of any other medications being taken. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should avoid taking this medication, as it may pose risks to the fetus during pregnancy. The safety and efficacy of this medication in children under 18 years of age have not been established. Elderly patients may require dosage adjustments, and in cases of overdose, symptoms such as hypotension and palpitations may occur, requiring immediate treatment. This medication should be kept out of the reach of children and should not be transferred to other containers.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe rash with fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in mucous membranes of mouth/eyes, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attacks, respiratory distress accompanied by cough and fever, yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), profound lethargy, sudden and severe headache, lightning-like headache, seizures, confusion, visual disturbances, paralysis, urination problems.

Mild side effects

Headache, dizziness, sensory impairment, drowsiness, gastroesophageal reflux, constipation, dental caries, dyspepsia, gastric ulcer, gastritis, gastroenteritis, musculoskeletal stiffness, atrial fibrillation, hypoglycemia, chest pain, palpitations, hypercholesterolemia, hyperlipidemia, hyperuricemia, arthralgia, arthritis, myalgia, rash, vomiting, chronic malabsorption syndrome-like bowel disorders, nausea, abdominal pain, thrombocytopenia, diarrhea, hair loss, itching, hematuria, epistaxis, upper respiratory tract infections, etc.

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to prevent air or moisture from entering, and it is safe to store at room temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

White or pale yellow round film-coated tablets

Package unit

30 tablets/box [10 tablets/Alu-Alu*3]