Telok Tablet 40/10 mg

Adult dose

Telmisartan: The recommended dosage is 40 mg taken orally once daily; 20 mg may also be effective for some patients. If necessary, the dosage can be increased to 80 mg once daily. For the purpose of reducing cardiovascular disease risk, 80 mg taken orally once daily is recommended, as efficacy below this dosage is not known. For patients with liver impairment (mild to moderate), do not exceed 40 mg once daily.

This medication can cause serious harm to the fetus and newborn if taken during pregnancy; it must be discontinued immediately upon confirmation of pregnancy. Individuals with allergies to this drug or its components, pregnant women or women who may become pregnant, and breastfeeding women should not take this medication. Patients with severe impairment of liver or kidney function, those with certain liver conditions or muscle-related disorders should also refrain from using this medication. Special precautions are required for the elderly, patients with elevated potassium levels, and those with mild liver function impairment, and regular monitoring is recommended. If symptoms such as muscle pain, weakness, or fatigue arise during the course of this medication, immediate consultation with a physician is necessary, and blood tests may be needed to check for muscle damage. Interactions may occur when this medication is taken with other drugs, so all medications being used should be disclosed to a physician or pharmacist. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should not use this medication, and women who may become pregnant should use appropriate contraception. The safety and efficacy of this medication have not been established in children; therefore, it is not recommended for their use. In case of overdose, symptoms such as hypotension, dizziness, and cardiac arrhythmias may occur, necessitating immediate medical attention. Caution is needed while driving or operating machinery, as dizziness or drowsiness may occur during the use of this medication. Store in a place out of reach of children and do not transfer to other containers.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweats, pallor, severe rash with fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in mucous membranes of the mouth/eyes, shortness of breath or breathing difficulties, asthma attacks, respiratory abnormalities accompanied by cough and fever, jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes), generalized fatigue, sudden and severe headache, thunderclap headache, seizures, confusion, visual disturbances, paralysis, urination problems

Mild side effects

• Headache
• postural dizziness
• sleep disorders
• increased blood pressure
• decreased diastolic blood pressure
• hypotension
• dysuria
• rhinitis
• throat discomfort
• pulmonary diseases

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to protect it from air and moisture. It is advisable to maintain a storage temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius at room temperature.

Appearance

Bright blue oval film-coated tablet

Package unit

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