Pretension Tablet 20 milligrams (Telmisartan)

Adult dose

For the treatment of essential hypertension, take 40 mg of Telmisartan orally once a day with water, regardless of meals. Depending on the patient, 20 mg once daily may also be effective, and the dose may be increased up to 80 mg once daily if necessary. Maximum antihypertensive effects are observed 4 to 8 weeks after starting treatment. For the purpose of reducing cardiovascular disease risk, 80 mg once daily is recommended.

This medication may cause serious harm to the fetus and newborn, especially during pregnancy, so it should be discontinued immediately upon confirmation of pregnancy. Women who are pregnant, may become pregnant, or are breastfeeding should not take this medication. Patients with severe liver dysfunction or cholestasis are also advised not to use this medication. Patients with hereditary angioedema or a history of angioedema should avoid taking this medication. Caution is warranted when using this medication in diabetic patients with moderate to severe renal dysfunction, as it may be dangerous in combination with certain medications. Elderly patients, those with hyperkalemia, and patients with mild liver dysfunction should use this medication with caution. Patients with cardiac or cerebrovascular diseases should be careful of excessively low blood pressure, and caution is also required in cases of gastrointestinal disorders. Patients with renal vascular problems or severely impaired kidney function should also use this medication carefully. It is necessary to regularly monitor blood pressure, kidney function, and electrolyte levels while taking this medication to check for abnormalities. Blood pressure may drop suddenly, so especially when starting treatment, symptoms should be closely observed, and appropriate actions should be taken if necessary. This medication may cause various adverse reactions, so if symptoms such as skin rash, angioedema, myalgia, worsening renal function, or difficulty breathing occur, healthcare providers should be notified immediately. There is a risk of hyperkalemia, thus caution is needed when taken with potassium supplements or potassium-sparing diuretics. Interactions may occur when combined with other antihypertensives, diuretics, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), so consultation with a physician is advised. Caution should be taken when driving or operating hazardous machinery due to the possibility of dizziness or fainting. This medication is not recommended for children as its safety and efficacy have not been established. In the event of overdose, hypotension, dizziness, and acute renal failure may occur; immediate medical attention should be sought for appropriate treatment. This medication should be stored out of reach of children, and the sealed package should not be opened until use.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, paleness, severe rash with high fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in oral/ocular mucosa, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attack, respiratory abnormality accompanied by cough + fever, yellowing of skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme lethargy, sudden and very severe headache, lightning-like headache, seizure, confusion, visual disturbances, paralysis, urination

Mild side effects

• Upper respiratory infection
• urinary tract infection
• cystitis
• anemia
• thrombocytopenia
• eosinophilia
• hypersensitivity
• hyperkalemia
• hypoglycemia
• hyponatremia

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to protect from air and moisture, at room temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius. Proper storage helps maintain the effectiveness of the medication and ensures safe use.

Appearance

White or off-white oval tablet

Package unit

PTP - 30 tablets/PTP[(10 tablets/PTP*3)]