Lodien Set Tablet 80/2.5/25 mg (Telmisartan, Esamlodipine Nicotinate, Chlorthalidone)

Adult dose

This medication is taken once daily, 1 tablet with water regardless of meals. It is recommended to take it at the same time each day (e.g., in the morning). Patients whose blood pressure is not controlled with the combination of telmisartan/esamlodipine (amlodipine) may be given this medication at 40/2.5/12.5 mg, with dosage adjustments made considering the patient's blood pressure response at intervals of more than 2 weeks. The maximum dosage of this medication is 80/2.5/25 mg.

This medication should not be taken during pregnancy, especially during the second and third trimesters, as it can cause serious harm to the fetus. If pregnancy is confirmed, stop taking the medication immediately and consult a doctor. Patients with impaired liver function or progressive liver disease should be cautious when taking this medication as there is a risk of severe side effects such as hepatic coma. Patients with very poor kidney function should be careful when taking this medication due to the diuretic component, which may raise blood urea nitrogen levels. Patients who are hypersensitive to any components of this medication or similar drugs or have had allergic reactions in the past should not take it. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should not use this medication, particularly during breastfeeding as the drug can be passed through breast milk. Patients with obstructive biliary diseases, severe liver dysfunction, severe aortic stenosis, or those in shock should also refrain from taking this medication. Patients with diabetes or moderate to severe kidney impairment taking certain drugs with this medication may be at risk, so it is essential to consult a doctor. This medication used for hypertension may cause side effects such as hypotension, dizziness, headaches, or swelling; thus, if these symptoms are severe during use, consult a doctor. Regular blood tests to monitor electrolyte levels and kidney function are necessary, especially if potassium levels are high or low. This medication may interact with other antihypertensives, diuretics, lithium, digoxin, etc.; thus, it is important to inform your doctor of any other medications you are currently taking. Dizziness or drowsiness may occur when driving or operating machinery, so caution is necessary. In case of overdose, symptoms such as hypotension, dizziness, or coma may occur, and immediate medical attention is required. This medication has not been confirmed to be safe for children, so it is not recommended for patients under 18. Elderly patients may have slower drug metabolism, so starting with a lower dose and gradually increasing it is safer.

Serious side effects

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

Mild side effects

• Dizziness
• headaches
• low back pain
• abdominal pain
• nausea
• constipation
• visual disturbances
• weakness
• gingivitis
• insomnia

This medication should be stored in a sealed container to protect it from air and moisture. It is important to maintain a storage temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

A three-layered oval tablet with a light blue lower layer and white to light yellow upper and middle layers.

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle