AM-Sartang 40/5 mg (Telmisartan, Amlodipine Besilate)

Adult dose

The recommended dosage of this medication is 1 tablet once a day, to be taken with water regardless of meals. It is advisable to take it at the same time every day (e.g., in the morning). The available dosages are 40/5 mg, 80/5 mg, and 40/10 mg, and dosage adjustment is necessary according to renal impairment, liver impairment, and for elderly patients.

Child dose

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

This medication should not be used during pregnancy, especially in the second and third trimesters, as it can cause serious harm to the fetus. If pregnancy is confirmed, this medication should be discontinued as soon as possible. This medication must not be administered to individuals with allergies to the active ingredient or similar compounds, pregnant women or women of childbearing potential, nursing mothers, or patients with severe liver or heart problems. Special care is needed when administering this medication to those with impaired liver function, gastrointestinal disorders, kidney issues, elderly patients, etc. Common side effects include dizziness and peripheral swelling; severe side effects may occur rarely, so if any unusual symptoms appear, one should consult a doctor immediately. Due to the risk of excessively low blood pressure, especially in cases of dehydration, the patient's condition should be well checked before starting this medication, and appropriate measures should be taken if symptoms of hypotension arise. There is a risk of elevated potassium levels, so caution is needed when taking this medication together with other drugs that raise potassium levels, and regular blood tests are recommended. Patients with reduced kidney function should have regular blood tests to monitor kidney function, and safety for patients with kidney transplants has not been established. Patients with heart disease may have an increased risk of angina or myocardial infarction when taking this medication, thus extra caution is required. This medication may cause drowsiness or dizziness, so caution should be exercised when driving or operating dangerous machinery. This medication can interact with other drugs, so it is essential to inform a doctor or pharmacist about any other medications being taken. Nursing mothers are advised not to take this medication, and safety and efficacy have not been sufficiently validated for children and adolescents under 18 years. In the case of overdose, symptoms such as low blood pressure and irregular heartbeats may occur, necessitating immediate emergency treatment. This medication is not removed by dialysis, so professional care is needed. Store this medication in a tightly sealed container that blocks light and keep it out of children's reach. It is advisable to open the package just before use.

Serious side effects

• Severe allergic reactions (hives, angioedema, anaphylaxis, hypersensitivity)
• Severe skin reactions (Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, angioedema, toxic skin rash)
• Breathing difficulties (dyspnea, interstitial lung disease)
• Liver abnormalities (jaundice, hepatitis, elevated liver enzymes, liver dysfunction)
• Severe neurological symptoms (severe headache, syncope)
• Severe edema or urination abnormalities (severe edema, kidney dysfunction, acute kidney failure)

Mild side effects

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

This medication should be kept in a tightly sealed container that blocks light, and stored at room temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius. This way, the components of the medication will not change, and it can be used safely.

Appearance

White and light blue, double convex oval-shaped tablets

Package unit

30 tablets (10 tablets/PTP*3)