Medication info
Telmican Q Tablet 40/5/10/5 Milligrams

Telmican Q Tablet 40/5/10/5 Milligrams

Prescription medicationTablet경구
Ingredient · strength
Telmisartan›40mg / 1 tabletRosuvastatin Calcium›5.2mg / 1 tabletEzetimibe›10mg / 1 tabletAmlodipine Besylate›6.944mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
제일약품(주)
Appearance
Yellow oval film-coated tablet
Packaging
30 tablets/box [6 tablets/PTP X 5]
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 202203050 · Approved 2022.07.21 · Insurance code 645406160

Summary

Main use
Additional treatment for hypertension and dyslipidemia (cholesterol, etc.)
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
This medication is administered to adults only, with a recommended dosage of one tablet once daily, taken with water regardless of meals. The recommended dose for telmisartan/amlodipine combination therapy is once daily. A dosage of 40/5 milligrams is administered to patients whose blood pressure is not adequately controlled with 5 milligrams of amlodipine or 40 milligrams of telmisartan. A dosage of 80/5 milligrams is given to patients whose blood pressure is not adequately controlled with 5 milligrams of amlodipine or 40/5 milligrams of telmisartan/amlodipine combination.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
제일약품(주)

Efficacy & effects

Additional treatment for hypertension and dyslipidemia (cholesterol, etc.)

  • Essential hypertension
  • primary hypercholesterolemia
  • familial combined hypercholesterolemia
  • non-familial hypercholesterolemia
  • mixed dyslipidemia
  • elevated total cholesterol
  • elevated LDL cholesterol
  • elevated apolipoprotein B
  • elevated triglycerides
  • elevated non-HDL cholesterol
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This medication is suitable for patients suffering from both hypertension and dyslipidemia. First, the combination of telmisartan and amlodipine is used for essential hypertension patients for whom blood pressure control is difficult with monotherapy. Additionally, the combination of rosuvastatin and ezetimibe helps to improve blood cholesterol and lipid levels in patients with primary hypercholesterolemia and mixed dyslipidemia. This medication provides an additional treatment option for patients who need to effectively control blood pressure and lipid levels while administering two main ingredients together. Therefore, this medication is recommended for those looking to manage both hypertension and dyslipidemia concurrently.

How to take

Adult dose

This medication is administered to adults only, with a recommended dosage of one tablet once daily, taken with water regardless of meals. The recommended dose for telmisartan/amlodipine combination therapy is once daily. A dosage of 40/5 milligrams is administered to patients whose blood pressure is not adequately controlled with 5 milligrams of amlodipine or 40 milligrams of telmisartan. A dosage of 80/5 milligrams is given to patients whose blood pressure is not adequately controlled with 5 milligrams of amlodipine or 40/5 milligrams of telmisartan/amlodipine combination.

Precautions

This medication can pose a serious risk to the fetus during pregnancy, so women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should avoid taking it. Patients with certain liver and kidney diseases, muscle disorders, and those taking certain medications may experience exacerbated side effects, so caution is required. Before taking this medication, it is important to check for any history of allergic reactions or hypersensitivity; patients with impaired liver or kidney function should use it cautiously under a doctor's direction. This medication may cause muscle-related side effects such as myalgia, muscle weakness, or rhabdomyolysis, so patients should immediately inform their physician if any unusual symptoms arise in the muscles. As this medication lowers blood pressure, symptoms of hypotension (dizziness, fainting, etc.) may occur, and appropriate measures should be taken if such symptoms arise. During the use of this medication, it is important to regularly monitor liver function, kidney function, and blood potassium levels through blood tests. This medication can interact with various other drugs, so if any other medications are being taken, patients must inform their doctor or pharmacist. Additionally, while taking this medication, it is advisable to avoid excessive exercise or activities that put strain on the muscles, and to limit alcohol consumption. This medication may cause dizziness or drowsiness while driving or operating machinery, so caution is needed. If any allergic symptoms such as skin rash, swelling of the face or neck, or difficulty breathing develop after taking this medication, the treatment should be stopped immediately and medical advice sought.

Side effects and when to seek care immediately

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), tightness in the chest, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe allergic reactions, severe rash with high fever, blisters, desquamation of the skin, pain in the mucous membranes of the mouth/eyes, severe skin reactions, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attacks, respiratory distress with cough and fever, breathing problems, yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme drowsiness, liver disorders (jaundice), sudden and

Mild side effects

  • Eyelid damage
  • head injury
  • urinary difficulties
  • flushing
  • chronic gastritis
  • various gastrointestinal disorders
  • upper respiratory infections
  • headache
  • dizziness
  • cough
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  • hyperventilation
  • pneumonia
  • bronchitis
  • rhinitis
  • cystitis
  • onychomycosis
  • soft tissue infection
  • hepatic steatosis
  • liver dysfunction
  • liver toxicity
  • acute hepatitis
  • toxic hepatitis
  • increased serum creatinine
  • increased serum uric acid
  • increased blood alkaline phosphatase
  • irregular heartbeat
  • myalgia
  • urination

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

Storage

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent exposure to air or moisture. Keeping the storage temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius at room temperature is important to maintain the effectiveness and safety of the medication for a long time.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

Yellow oval film-coated tablet

Package unit

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

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