AzePro 8 mg (Azelnidipine)

Adult dose

Adults: Administer azelnidipine 8mg or 16mg orally once daily after breakfast. Start with 8mg per dose and adjust the dose as appropriate according to symptoms. Take a maximum of 16mg daily.

This medicine should not be used by pregnant women or women who may become pregnant. Those who have had allergic reactions to any component of this medicine should also avoid taking it. There are certain drugs, such as specific antifungal agents or HIV treatments, that may be hazardous when taken with this medicine, so always consult with your doctor or pharmacist. Individuals with kidney or liver function problems should use this medicine with caution, particularly in cases of severe impairment. For the elderly, it is important to start with a low dosage and administer it carefully. During treatment, symptoms such as abnormal liver function, irregular heartbeat, and dizziness may occur, so if any of these symptoms arise, inform your healthcare provider immediately. Additionally, because blood pressure may drop too low, do not abruptly stop taking the medication, and taper off according to your doctor's instructions. This medicine can interact with various other drugs, so if you are currently taking any other medications, it is crucial to inform your healthcare provider. Caution is especially important when taken with specific antifungal agents, antiviral medications, some antibiotics, and heart medications. Grapefruit juice can increase blood concentration of this medicine and heighten the risk of side effects, so it is advisable to avoid grapefruit juice while taking this medication. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, the use of this medicine should be determined after consulting with an expert, as it may affect the fetus or infant. Safety for children and adolescents has not been sufficiently established, so consult with an expert before use. Dizziness or drowsiness may occur with this medication, so take precautions when working at heights or driving and operating machinery. When taking the medication, remove the tablet from the sealed packaging and be careful not to swallow the packaging material. Finally, store this medicine out of the reach of children and in a dark place after opening to prevent discoloration from light exposure.

• Liver dysfunction
• jaundice
• atrioventricular block
• cardiac arrest
• bradycardia
• dizziness
• light-headedness
• hypersensitivity
• itching
• rash

This medicine is sensitive to moisture and light, so it should be stored in a light-resistant, tightly sealed container with silica gel. It is important to maintain storage temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius to preserve the effectiveness of the medication.

Appearance

Yellow round tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/PTP (10 tablets/PTP*3), 30 tablets/bottle