Medication info
Amosartan XQ Tablet 5/50/10/10 Milligrams

Amosartan XQ Tablet 5/50/10/10 Milligrams

Prescription medicationTablet경구
Ingredient · strength
Losartan Potassium›50mg / 1 tabletEzetimibe›10mg / 1 tabletAmlodipine Besylate›6.94mg / 1 tabletRosuvastatin Calcium›10.4mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
한미약품(주)
Appearance
Pale yellow oval film-coated tablet
Packaging
30 tablets/box [10 tablets/PTP×3]
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 202007693 · Approved 2020.11.09 · Insurance code 643508360

Summary

Main use
Additional treatment for hypertension and dyslipidemia (such as hypercholesterolemia)
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
This medication is administered only to adults, with a dosage of 1 tablet once a day, taken with water regardless of meals. It is recommended to take it at the same time every day (e.g., in the morning). The recommended dosage for the amlodipine/losartan combination is 1 tablet once daily, and if blood pressure is insufficiently controlled after 2 weeks, it may be increased to 10/50 milligrams once daily. The rosuvastatin/ezetimibe combination is taken once daily, regardless of meals.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
한미약품(주)

Efficacy & effects

Additional treatment for hypertension and dyslipidemia (such as hypercholesterolemia)

  • Essential hypertension
  • stage 2 hypertension
  • primary hypercholesterolemia
  • heterozygous familial hypercholesterolemia
  • non-familial hypercholesterolemia
  • mixed dyslipidemia
  • elevated total cholesterol
  • elevated LDL cholesterol
  • elevated Apo B protein
  • elevated triglycerides
  • elevated non-HDL cholesterol
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This medication is used for patients who need to take a combination of amlodipine and losartan, and rosuvastatin and ezetimibe simultaneously. It mainly helps patients whose essential hypertension is not adequately controlled or those with stage 2 hypertension at initial treatment. Additionally, it is used to improve cholesterol and triglyceride levels in patients with primary hypercholesterolemia or dyslipidemia. This medication should be taken in conjunction with a diet, and prior causes should be verified and treated before use if there are any secondary causes. It helps effectively control the patient's blood pressure and lipid levels, thus reducing the risk of cardiovascular diseases. Therefore, it is very useful for the treatment of hypertension and dyslipidemia.

How to take

Adult dose

This medication is administered only to adults, with a dosage of 1 tablet once a day, taken with water regardless of meals. It is recommended to take it at the same time every day (e.g., in the morning). The recommended dosage for the amlodipine/losartan combination is 1 tablet once daily, and if blood pressure is insufficiently controlled after 2 weeks, it may be increased to 10/50 milligrams once daily. The rosuvastatin/ezetimibe combination is taken once daily, regardless of meals.

Precautions

This medication can cause serious harm to the fetus and newborn during pregnancy; therefore, it must be discontinued immediately upon confirmation of pregnancy. Hypotension may occur upon initial administration to patients with reduced blood volume, so such patients should stabilize their condition prior to taking this medication. Patients at risk for muscle-related disorders must report any symptoms of muscle pain or weakness to their doctor immediately, and discontinue use if necessary. Those with allergies to the components of this medication or specific liver or kidney diseases should not take it. Caution is necessary for elderly patients or those with hypotension, hyperkalemia, and heart valve diseases, and regular examinations are required. Patients with liver or kidney issues must have regular liver and kidney function tests prior to and during use of this medication. This medication carries a risk of muscle damage, so patients who typically experience muscle pain or weakness should consult their doctor. There is a possibility of drug interactions; therefore, any concurrent medications should be reported, especially when taken along with antihypertensives, lipid-lowering agents, anticoagulants, etc. Caution is required when driving or operating machinery as dizziness may occur. This medication contains lactose and should not be taken by patients with lactose intolerance. If any abnormal symptoms or suspected side effects occur while taking this medication, immediate consultation with medical staff is necessary.

Side effects and when to seek care immediately

Serious side effects

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

Mild side effects

  • Fatigue
  • edema
  • palpitations
  • dizziness
  • headache
  • drowsiness
  • abdominal pain
  • nausea
  • weakness
  • lethargy
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  • pain
  • weight changes
  • hypotension
  • vasculitis
  • tension increase
  • sensory loss
  • peripheral neuropathy
  • fainting
  • dysgeusia
  • tremors
  • erectile dysfunction
  • gynecomastia
  • changes in bowel habits
  • dry mouth
  • indigestion
  • gingival hypertrophy
  • pancreatitis
  • vomiting
  • hyperglycemia
  • joint pain
  • low back pain
  • muscle cramps
  • myalgia
  • insomnia
  • mood changes
  • cough
  • shortness of breath
  • rhinitis
  • rash

Not everyone experiences these, and they can vary from person to person.

Storage

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to avoid exposure to air and moisture, and it is recommended to keep it at room temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius. This helps maintain the effectiveness of the medication for a longer period.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

Pale yellow oval film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/box [10 tablets/PTP×3]

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