DuoWell Plus Tablet 40/20/10 Milligrams

Adult dose

This medication is administered only to adults and is taken once daily with water, regardless of meals. It is recommended to take it at the same time each day if possible. Telmisartan: - Essential hypertension: It is recommended to take 40 mg orally once a day, and in some cases, 20 mg may be effective. If necessary, the dosage may be increased up to 80 mg. - Reduction of cardiovascular disease risk: It is recommended to take 80 mg orally once a day.

This medication can cause serious harm to the fetus and newborns during pregnancy; therefore, if pregnancy is confirmed, it should be discontinued immediately. Severe muscle problems may occur; if symptoms such as muscle pain or weakness appear, consult a doctor immediately. Patients with poor liver function or a history of liver disease should consult with a physician before taking this medication and undergo liver function tests regularly. Patients with severely impaired kidney function or certain kidney diseases should avoid taking this medication. If there are specific allergies or genetic metabolic disorders, this medication should not be taken, and caution is required for patients sensitive to the ingredients. Interactions may occur with other medications; therefore, if currently taking other medications, inform the doctor or pharmacist. During the use of this medication, regular blood tests, liver function tests, and kidney function tests should be performed, and if any abnormal symptoms appear, inform the medical staff immediately. Patients who excessively consume alcohol or have a history of liver disease should exercise caution when taking this medication. Caution is advised during driving or operating machinery as dizziness or drowsiness may occur. Patients with other chronic diseases such as hypertension or diabetes should have thorough assessments and evaluations before taking this medication. Due to the risk of muscle damage, if muscle pain worsens after intense exercise, discontinue use and consult a doctor. Particularly in elderly patients or those with specific genetic predispositions, the risk of muscle-related side effects is higher, requiring caution. It is important to maintain adequate hydration and nutritional management during the use of this medication. During the course of treatment, symptoms such as gastrointestinal disturbances, rash, headache, dizziness, and fatigue may occur; consult a medical professional if these symptoms arise.

Serious side effects

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

Mild side effects

• Increased ALT
• increased AST
• increased Ɣ-GTP
• increased ALP
• abdominal pain
• oral ulcer
• vomiting
• chest pain
• palpitations
• dizziness

This medication may be sensitive to air and moisture; therefore, it must be stored in a tightly closed container. The recommended storage temperature is room temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius. This will ensure the medication's efficacy is safely maintained over time.

Appearance

Yellow oval film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/box [6 tablets/PTP X 5]