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Rodient Tablet 80/5 mg (Telmisartan, Esamlodipine Nicotinic Acid Salt)

Rodient Tablet 80/5 mg (Telmisartan, Esamlodipine Nicotinic Acid Salt)

Prescription medicationTablet경구
Ingredient · strength
Telmisartan›80mg / 1 tabletS-Amlodipine Nicotinate›6.506mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
한림제약(주)
Appearance
Light blue and white oval-shaped tablet consisting of two layers
Packaging
30 tablets/bottle
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 202104292 · Approved 2021.05.31 · Insurance code 645306550

Summary

Main use
Improvement in blood pressure control for essential hypertension
Who takes it
Adults · Children
Adult dose
The recommended dosage for this medication is 1 tablet once daily, to be taken with water regardless of meals. It is recommended to take it at the same time each day (e.g., in the morning). For patients with renal impairment: Mild to moderate renal impairment does not require dosage adjustment, but severe renal impairment should begin with a lower dose and be gradually increased. For patients with liver impairment: The daily dose of telmisartan for patients with mild or moderate liver impairment is not to exceed
Child dose
Safety and efficacy for pediatric patients under 18 years of age have not been established, and the use of this medication is not recommended.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
한림제약(주)

Efficacy & effects

Improvement in blood pressure control for essential hypertension

  • Essential hypertension
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This medication is used for the treatment of essential hypertension in patients whose blood pressure is not adequately controlled by monotherapy with esamlodipine (amlodipine) or telmisartan. It effectively lowers blood pressure, reduces the risk of cardiovascular diseases, and helps maintain a healthy blood pressure level.

How to take

Adult dose

The recommended dosage for this medication is 1 tablet once daily, to be taken with water regardless of meals. It is recommended to take it at the same time each day (e.g., in the morning). For patients with renal impairment: Mild to moderate renal impairment does not require dosage adjustment, but severe renal impairment should begin with a lower dose and be gradually increased. For patients with liver impairment: The daily dose of telmisartan for patients with mild or moderate liver impairment is not to exceed

Child dose

Safety and efficacy for pediatric patients under 18 years of age have not been established, and the use of this medication is not recommended.

Precautions

This medication can cause severe harm to the fetus during pregnancy, especially in the second and third trimesters, and should not be taken by pregnant women or women who may become pregnant. Patients with allergies to any components of this drug or those with certain heart diseases, severe liver or kidney impairment should not take this medication. Caution is advised when using this medication in patients with liver impairment or gastrointestinal diseases, and care should be taken in patients with severely low blood pressure or severe heart diseases. Side effects such as dizziness or edema may occur during the use of this drug, and in severe cases may lead to fainting or heart problems. As this drug lowers blood pressure, hypotension may occur, particularly in patients with low body fluids or salts, caution is necessary at the initial stage of treatment. There is an increased risk of elevated potassium levels in the blood, so care should be taken when taken with potassium supplements or drugs containing potassium. Patients with poor kidney function should have their kidney function monitored regularly while taking this medication, and patients with heart diseases or diabetes should take it carefully according to a doctor's instructions. This medication may cause drowsiness or dizziness, so caution is necessary when driving or operating machinery. Interactions may occur when taken with other antihypertensive drugs or certain medications, so consultation with a doctor or pharmacist is essential. In case of overdose, severe hypotension or heart problems may occur, so the prescribed dosage must be strictly followed, and if any unusual symptoms arise, medical personnel should be informed immediately. Special care is required when this medication is taken by children or the elderly, and dosage adjustments can be made for the elderly. This medication should be kept out of the reach of children, and transferring it to another container is not recommended as it may compromise the quality.

Side effects and when to seek care immediately

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (angioedema), cold sweat, pallor, severe allergic reactions, severe rash with fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain of oral/ocular mucous membranes, severe skin reactions, difficulty breathing or shortness of breath, asthma attacks, respiratory abnormalities with cough and fever, dyspnea, yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme fatigue, liver abnormalities, sudden and severe headaches, thunderclap headache, seizures

Mild side effects

  • Dizziness
  • peripheral edema
  • upper respiratory infection
  • urinary tract infection
  • anemia
  • hyperkalemia
  • hypoglycemia
  • depression
  • insomnia
  • drowsiness
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  • headache
  • sensory disturbances
  • visual impairment
  • vertigo
  • tinnitus
  • palpitations
  • bradycardia
  • tachycardia
  • flushing
  • hypotension
  • cough
  • abdominal pain
  • dyspepsia
  • nausea
  • vomiting
  • dry mouth
  • pruritus
  • rash
  • alopecia
  • eczema
  • erythema
  • joint swelling
  • muscle cramps
  • arthralgia
  • myalgia
  • low back pain
  • urinary disorders
  • polyuria
  • nocturia
  • erectile dysfunction

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

Storage

This medication may be sensitive to air and moisture, so it must be stored in a tightly sealed container. It is advisable to store it at room temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius to maintain its effectiveness.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

Light blue and white oval-shaped tablet consisting of two layers

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle

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