Teloset Tablet 80/5/25 mg (Telmisartan, Amlodipine Besilate, Chlorthalidone)

Adult dose

Take one tablet once daily with water, regardless of meals. It is recommended to take it at the same time every day (e.g., in the morning). For patients whose blood pressure is not adequately controlled with the telmisartan/amlodipine combination therapy, 40/5/12.5 mg of this medication may be administered, and the dosage should be adjusted considering the patient’s blood pressure response at intervals of at least two weeks. The maximum dosage for this medication is 80/5/25 mg.

This medication can cause serious harm to the fetus, especially in the second and third trimesters, so it should not be taken by women who are pregnant or may become pregnant. Patients with impaired liver function or progressive liver disease should be cautious as this medication may cause serious side effects such as hepatic coma. Patients with serious kidney disease may experience elevated blood nitrogen levels due to some components of this medication, increasing the risk of side effects due to drug accumulation in the body, so it should be taken cautiously. Patients with allergic reactions or hypersensitivity to any components of this medication should not take it. Lactating women, patients with cholestatic disease, severe liver dysfunction, severe aortic stenosis, or in shock should also avoid taking this medication. For diabetic patients with moderate to severe kidney impairment or those taking certain other medications concomitantly, the risk of side effects is increased, so consultation with a physician is necessary before taking this medication. While this medication is used for hypertension treatment, patients with weakened kidney function, hypotension, or cardiovascular diseases may be at risk for excessive lowering of blood pressure, so caution is needed when taking it. Adverse effects such as dizziness, headache, hypotension, edema, and gastrointestinal disturbances may occur during use, and if symptoms are severe, consultation with a healthcare professional is advised. Electrolyte imbalances might occur, so potassium and sodium levels should be regularly monitored, particularly. This medication may interact with other drugs, so if you are taking any other medications, be sure to inform your physician, and do not take it with other drugs without authorization. It is not recommended for children or adolescents under 18 years of age as safety and efficacy have not been established. Elderly patients may have reduced bodily functions, so it is important to start with a lower dosage and gradually increase it while taking it carefully. In case of overdose, symptoms such as hypotension, dizziness, and heart function depression may occur, requiring immediate medical attention.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe allergic reactions, high fever with severe rash, blisters, skin peeling, pain in the oral/ocular mucosa, severe skin adverse reactions, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attacks, respiratory abnormalities with cough and fever, breathing issues, jaundice (yellowing of skin or eyes), profound lethargy, liver abnormalities (jaundice), sudden

Mild side effects

• Dizziness
• headache
• back pain
• rash
• nausea
• constipation
• visual disturbances
• fatigue
• hypokalemia
• hyponatremia

This medication is sensitive to light and should be stored in a container that blocks light. Additionally, it is best to store the medication at room temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. Storing it this way helps maintain the medication's effectiveness and safety.

Appearance

White oval double-layer tablet

Package unit

PTP - 30 tablets/box [6 tablets/PTP × 5]