Amidacarb Q Tablets 60/2.5 mg

Adult dose

The recommended dosage for this medication is 1 tablet once daily, taken with water regardless of meals. It is recommended to take it at the same time every day (e.g., in the morning). 30/2.5 mg: Administered to patients whose blood pressure is not adequately controlled with monotherapy using 30 mg of Pimasartan. 60/2.5 mg: Administered to patients whose blood pressure is not adequately controlled with monotherapy using 60 mg of Pimasartan.

Child dose

The safety and efficacy of this medication in patients under 18 years have not been established.

This medication can cause serious harm or death to the fetus or newborn if taken during pregnancy, especially in the second and third trimesters, so it should be discontinued immediately if pregnancy is confirmed. It is contraindicated in patients with allergies to the active ingredients or similar components, pregnant or breastfeeding women, patients undergoing kidney dialysis, patients with severe liver dysfunction, and patients with biliary obstruction. Caution should be exercised when administering this medication to certain patients such as those with low blood volume or salt, impaired kidney function, renal artery hypertension, heart valve disease, the elderly, and those with allergies to specific coloring agents included in this medication. While taking this medication, side effects such as dizziness, headache, edema, urination disorders, insomnia, and flushing may occur, and there have been rare reports of serious adverse reactions, so medical consultation should be sought immediately if any unusual symptoms arise. Special care is necessary in cases of low blood pressure or electrolyte imbalance, as symptoms of low blood pressure may occur at the beginning of treatment or during dose escalation in states of low blood volume or sodium. Therefore, monitoring the condition is crucial. This medication poses a risk of hyperkalemia, so patients with heart failure or kidney dysfunction should have their serum potassium levels monitored regularly. Interactions may occur when this medication is used in conjunction with other antihypertensive agents or specific diuretics, potassium-sparing diuretics, and potassium supplements, so it is essential to inform healthcare professionals of all medications being taken. Pregnant or breastfeeding women are advised to avoid this medication and should consult with healthcare professionals before making any decisions if necessary. The safety and efficacy of this medication in children under 18 years have not been established, so its use is not recommended. In cases of overdose, symptoms such as low blood pressure, palpitations, and, in severe cases, shock can occur, necessitating immediate emergency treatment; blood dialysis may not be effective in cases of overdose. This medication should be stored out of reach of children and should not be transferred to another container.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), tightness in the chest, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, paleness, severe rash accompanied by high fever, blisters, peeling skin, pain in the mucous membranes of the mouth/eyes, dyspnea or difficulty breathing, asthma attacks, respiratory abnormalities accompanied by coughing and fever, yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), severe overall lethargy, sudden and severe headache, thunderclap headache, seizures, confusion, visual disturbances, paralysis, urination changes.

Mild side effects

• Dizziness
• orthostatic dizziness
• headache
• facial swelling
• peripheral edema
• urination disorder
• insomnia
• flushing
• indigestion
• vomiting

This medication may be sensitive to light and should be stored in a container that blocks light. Additionally, it is important to store it at room temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius to maintain its efficacy.

Appearance

Yellow, rounded square film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle