Maxmica Tablets 80/5 mg

Adult dose

The recommended dosage of this medication is one tablet once daily, to be taken with water regardless of mealtimes. It is advised to take it at the same time each day (e.g., in the morning). In patients with severe renal impairment, treatment should start at a lower dosage with gradual dose escalation. For patients with liver impairment, the daily dose of telmisartan should not exceed 40 mg. For elderly patients (75 years and older), lower doses are recommended.

Child dose

Safety and efficacy in pediatric patients under 18 years of age have not been established, hence administration of this medication is not recommended.

This drug can cause serious harm to the fetus, especially during the second and third trimesters, so it should not be taken by pregnant women or women who may become pregnant. This drug should not be given to patients with allergies to the active ingredients or with severe liver impairment, severe hypotension, or heart-related problems. Patients with compromised liver function or gastrointestinal disorders, or those with kidney issues should use this medication with caution and regularly monitor their blood pressure or kidney function. Side effects, such as dizziness or edema may occur while taking this drug; if unusual symptoms arise, consult a doctor. As blood pressure may drop too low, special care should be taken during the initial dose; if hypotensive symptoms appear, immediately lie down and rest, and seek medical attention if necessary. Since potassium levels may increase, caution is needed when taking this drug with potassium-rich foods or potassium supplements and certain diuretics. This medication may interact with other blood pressure medications and specific drugs, so if you are taking other medications, you must inform your doctor or pharmacist. It is advisable for breastfeeding women to avoid this medication, and it should be avoided during pregnancy planning or while pregnant. Safety and efficacy in children have not been established, hence it is not recommended for pediatric use. Elderly patients may be more sensitive to the drug, requiring cautious dosage adjustments and monitoring. In case of overdose, severe hypotension or cardiac problems may occur, so immediate hospital treatment is necessary. Keep this medication out of the reach of children and store it in its original packaging.

Serious side effects

• Urticaria, severe swelling (angioedema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe allergic reactions
• Severe rash with high fever, blisters, skin peeling, oral/ocular mucosal pain, severe skin adverse reactions
• Respiratory distress, asthma attacks, breathing difficulties accompanying cough + fever
• Yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), severe lethargy, liver abnormalities (jaundice)
• Sudden and extremely severe headache, lightning-like headache, vomiting

Mild side effects

• Dizziness
• peripheral edema
• upper respiratory infection
• urinary tract infection
• anemia
• hyperkalemia
• hypoglycemia
• hyponatremia
• hyperglycemia
• depression

This medication should be stored in a container protected from light and air, at room temperature between 1°C and 30°C. This storage condition helps maintain the medication's efficacy and prevent deterioration.

Appearance

White to pale yellow and light blue, oval-shaped, double-coated tablet with a biconvex surface

Package unit

30 tablets (10 tablets/PTP × 3)