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

Adult dose

Take 1 tablet once a day 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 controlled, a dose of 40/5/12.5 mg may be given, adjusting the dose with intervals of at least 2 weeks. The maximum dose is 80/5/25 mg.

This medication should not be used during pregnancy, especially during the second and third trimesters, as it may pose serious risks to the fetus. Patients with impaired liver function or progressive liver disease should exercise caution as serious side effects like hepatic coma may occur. In patients with severe kidney disease, renal function may worsen with this medication, so caution should be exercised in its administration. Patients with hypersensitivity to this medication or its components, certain heart diseases, bile duct obstruction, pregnant women, or nursing mothers should not take this medication. Especially, diabetic patients or those with moderate to severe renal impairment should avoid taking this medication with contraindicated drugs. Caution is required when using this medication in the presence of primary aldosteronism, heart valve disease, liver dysfunction, gastrointestinal diseases, renal vascular hypertension, hypotension, patients undergoing dialysis, the elderly, etc. As this medication lowers blood pressure, symptoms of hypotension may occur, such as dizziness or orthostatic hypotension, so caution is advised while driving or operating machinery. This medication may affect potassium levels, hence patients at risk of hyperkalemia or hypokalemia should undergo regular blood testing. During use, interactions with other drugs may occur; consultation with a specialist is necessary, especially when taken with lithium, digoxin, warfarin, and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. It is not recommended for children and adolescents under 18 years due to insufficient evidence of safety and efficacy. In case of overdose, risks of hypotension, arrhythmia, and coma arise, requiring immediate medical attention. Store this medication away from direct sunlight in a cool place with low humidity and out of reach of children.

Serious side effects

Urticaria, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, paleness, severe rash with fever, blisters, skin peeling, oral/ocular mucosal pain, difficulty breathing or shortness of breath, asthmatic attack, respiratory abnormalities accompanied by cough + fever, yellowing of skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme fatigue, sudden and severe headache, lightning headache, seizures, confusion of consciousness, visual disturbances, paralysis, urination

Mild side effects

• Dizziness
• dyslipidemia
• low back pain
• rash
• orthostatic dizziness
• headache
• abdominal pain
• anal bleeding
• nausea
• hemorrhagic gastritis

This medication may be sensitive to light and should be stored in a tightly sealed container that protects from light. Additionally, it is recommended to store the medication at room temperature, ideally between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius, avoiding extreme cold or heat.

Appearance

White oval biconvex tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/box (6 tablets/PTP*5)