VIOLET Tablet 20 mg (Olmesartan Medoxomil)

Adult dose

The recommended initial dose is 10 mg once daily, regardless of food intake. If blood pressure is not adequately controlled at this dose, it can be increased to 20 mg once daily. If additional blood pressure decrease is needed, the dose can be increased up to a maximum of 40 mg once daily. To improve adherence, it is recommended to take the medication at the same time each day (e.g., in the morning). In patients with a risk of intravascular volume depletion.

This medication can cause serious harm or death to the fetus and newborn if taken during the second and third trimesters of pregnancy; therefore, if pregnancy is confirmed, it should be discontinued immediately. Patients with allergies to any components of this medication, those who are pregnant or breastfeeding, patients undergoing kidney dialysis, patients with severe liver disorders, patients with bile duct obstruction, patients with lactose intolerance, etc. should not take this medication. Patients with reduced blood volume or salt, patients with decreased kidney function, patients with renovascular hypertension, and those at risk for hyperkalemia should use this medication cautiously, and blood pressure, kidney function, and electrolyte levels should be monitored frequently during treatment. Additionally, caution should be taken when performing high-risk tasks such as working at heights or driving, as dizziness may occur. While taking this medication, side effects such as dizziness, headache, chest pain, indigestion, muscle pain, and rash may occur, and if severe side effects arise, immediate consultation with a physician is necessary. If gastrointestinal symptoms such as chronic diarrhea or weight loss persist, stop taking this medication and consult a healthcare professional. This medication can interact with potassium-sparing diuretics, potassium supplements, lithium, and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, so if other medications are being taken, be sure to inform the healthcare professional. For pregnant women, there is serious risk to the fetus, so if pregnancy is confirmed, immediately stop taking this medication and regularly monitor fetal status. Breastfeeding individuals may experience adverse effects in infants, so if there are plans to breastfeed or if currently breastfeeding, consult a healthcare professional regarding this medication. Safety for children has not been established; therefore, it is advisable not to use this medication in children. Elderly individuals may experience slower drug metabolism and elimination; therefore, caution is required during administration, and in cases of overdose, symptoms such as hypotension and palpitations may appear, requiring immediate treatment.

Serious side effects

Urticaria, angioedema, anaphylaxis, urticaria, angioedema, tightness in the chest, difficulty breathing, hyperkalemia, acute kidney failure, elevated serum creatinine, liver dysfunction (increased liver enzymes or bilirubin levels), urticaria, facial swelling, elevated blood pressure, asthma

Mild side effects

• Dizziness
• headache
• palpitations
• low back pain
• bronchitis
• increased creatine phosphokinase
• diarrhea
• hematuria
• hyperglycemia
• hypertriglyceridemia

This medication may be sensitive to air and moisture, so it should be stored in a tightly closed container. It is important to maintain storage temperatures between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius. This helps to preserve the medication's effectiveness for a longer duration.

Appearance

White round film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle