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Pimaduo Tablet 30/2.5 mg

Pimaduo Tablet 30/2.5 mg

Prescription medicationTablet경구
Ingredient · strength
Fimasartan Potassium Trihydrate›33.005mg / 1 tabletS-Amlodipine Besylate 2.5 Hydrate›3.74mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
삼진제약(주)
Appearance
White, rounded square film-coated tablet
Packaging
30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 202300138 · Approved 2023.01.06

Summary

Main use
Improved 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 food intake. It is advised 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 inadequately controlled with Pimasartan 30 mg monotherapy. 60/2.5 mg: Administered to patients whose blood pressure is inadequately controlled with Pimasartan 60 mg monotherapy.
Child dose
Safety and efficacy for pediatric and adolescent patients under 18 years of age have not been established.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
삼진제약(주)

Efficacy & effects

Improved blood pressure control for essential hypertension

  • Essential hypertension
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Pimasartan potassium is used for patients with essential hypertension who have difficulty in controlling blood pressure with monotherapy, helping to effectively lower blood pressure. This medication dilates blood vessels to control blood pressure, playing a crucial role in improving cardiovascular health. It is particularly suitable for hypertensive patients who do not achieve sufficient effect with monotherapy. Regular intake helps to manage blood pressure steadily. Therefore, Pimasartan potassium is used for the treatment of essential hypertension that is difficult to control.

How to take

Adult dose

The recommended dosage for this medication is 1 tablet once daily, to be taken with water regardless of food intake. It is advised 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 inadequately controlled with Pimasartan 30 mg monotherapy. 60/2.5 mg: Administered to patients whose blood pressure is inadequately controlled with Pimasartan 60 mg monotherapy.

Child dose

Safety and efficacy for pediatric and adolescent patients under 18 years of age have not been established.

Precautions

This medication can pose a serious risk of harm or death to the fetus and newborn if taken during the second and third trimesters of pregnancy, so it should be discontinued immediately upon confirmation of pregnancy. Patients allergic to any ingredients in this medication, or those who are pregnant or breastfeeding, undergoing renal dialysis, moderate to severe hepatic impairment, biliary obstruction, diabetic patients with certain renal disorders, and patients with specific genetic lactose intolerance should not take this medication. Patients with reduced blood volume or salt deficiency, impaired renal function, renovascular hypertension, heart valve disease, severe hypotension, elderly patients, etc., should be particularly cautious during administration of this medication and should be closely monitored while taking it. This medication may cause side effects such as dizziness, headache, edema, urination disorders, insomnia, and flushing, and rarely, severe neurological, gastrointestinal, and cardiovascular adverse reactions have been reported. Patients with hypotension or electrolyte imbalances should correct these conditions before taking this medication, and the dosage should be gradually adjusted. If symptoms of hypotension appear, appropriate treatment should be sought immediately. This medication may increase serum potassium levels, so patients with heart failure or renal impairment should have regular blood tests. There may be interactions with other antihypertensives, certain diuretics, lithium, and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, so if receiving other medications, consult healthcare professionals. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should ideally avoid this medication and must consult a doctor beforehand if necessary. Safety for use in children and adolescents aged 18 and under has not been established, so it is advisable not to use it. Elderly patients can also respond sensitively to this medication, so caution is needed. Patients with severe hepatic impairment should not take this medication. In cases of overdose, hypotension, palpitations, and in severe cases shock may occur, requiring immediate emergency treatment. Keep this medication out of the reach of children and store it in its original container to maintain its quality.

Side effects and when to seek care immediately

Serious side effects

Urticaria, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe rash with fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in mucous membranes of mouth/eyes, difficulty breathing or shortness of breath, asthma attacks, respiratory anomalies accompanied by cough and fever, yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme fatigue, sudden and severe headache, thunderclap headache, seizures, confusion, vision changes, paralysis, urination

Mild side effects

  • Dizziness
  • orthostatic dizziness
  • headache
  • facial edema
  • peripheral edema
  • urination disorders
  • insomnia
  • flushing
  • dyspepsia
  • vomiting
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  • nausea
  • upper abdominal pain
  • weakness
  • foreign body sensation
  • elevated liver enzymes
  • decreased platelet count
  • increased serum creatine phosphokinase
  • cough
  • muscle contractions
  • musculoskeletal stiffness
  • itching
  • localized urticaria
  • erectile dysfunction
  • syncope
  • sedation
  • migraine
  • vasculitis
  • tension headache
  • sensory loss/sensation abnormality
  • peripheral neuropathy

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

Storage

This medication is sensitive to light, so it should be stored in a light-blocking container. Additionally, it is important to maintain a room temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius when storing the medication. Doing so will help maintain the medication's effectiveness.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

White, rounded square film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle

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