Duo Telmisartan/Atorvastatin Tablet 80/20 mg

Adult dose

Telmisartan: For adults with essential hypertension, it is recommended to take 40 mg orally once daily; a dosage of 20 mg daily may also be effective for some patients. If necessary, the dosage can be increased up to 80 mg once daily. To reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease, it is recommended to take 80 mg orally once daily; the effects of doses below 80 mg are unknown. Patients with liver impairment should not exceed a dose of 40 mg once daily.

This medication poses a significant risk of serious harm or death to the fetus and newborn if taken during pregnancy, hence treatment should be stopped immediately upon confirmation of pregnancy. Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding, and women of childbearing age who are not using appropriate contraception should not take this medication. Patients with severe liver impairment, bile duct obstruction, active liver disease, myopathy, hereditary angioedema, or severe renal impairment should also avoid using this medication. Elderly patients, those with hyperkalemia, and those with mild to moderate liver dysfunction should use this medication with caution, with regular monitoring of liver function tests and muscle-related symptoms. If symptoms such as myalgia, muscle weakness, or muscle cramps occur, consult a physician immediately, and check for muscle damage through blood tests. This medication may interact with other specific medications, so always inform healthcare providers of other medications being taken. This medication is primarily metabolized in the liver, and regular testing of liver enzyme levels should be conducted if liver function is impaired. It should not be used during pregnancy or breastfeeding, particularly in women who could become pregnant, who should use appropriate contraceptive methods. Safety and effectiveness in children have not been established; therefore, it is not recommended for pediatric use. In case of overdose, symptoms may include hypotension, dizziness, and acute renal failure, so immediate medical attention is required. This medication may cause drowsiness or dizziness; caution should be exercised when driving or operating hazardous machinery. Keep out of reach of children and do not store in other containers for safety.

Serious side effects

Urticaria, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe rash with fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in oral/ocular mucosa, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attacks, cough accompanied by fever-related respiratory abnormalities, yellowing of skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme lethargy, sudden and severe headache, thunderclap headache, seizures, confusion, vision disturbances, paralysis, dark urine

Mild side effects

• Headache
• orthostatic dizziness
• daytime somnolence
• hypertension
• decreased diastolic blood pressure
• hypotension
• elevated ALT
• dysuria
• rhinitis
• oral discomfort

This medication may be sensitive to air or moisture, and should therefore be stored in a tightly closed container. The suitable storage temperature is room temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius. Proper storage will maintain the efficacy and safety of the medication.

Appearance

White oval film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/box [10 tablets/PTP×3]