Dualami Tablet 40/5mg

Adult dose

The recommended dosage is one tablet once daily, to be taken with water regardless of meals. It is advised to take it at the same time each day (e.g., in the morning). - 40/5mg: Administered to patients whose blood pressure is not adequately controlled with 5mg of amlodipine or 40mg of telmisartan. - 80/5mg: Administered to patients whose blood pressure is not adequately controlled with 5mg of amlodipine or this 40/5mg medication.

Child dose

The safety and efficacy in pediatric patients under 18 years have not been established, so the administration of this drug is not recommended.

This drug should not be used by women who are pregnant, especially during the second and third trimesters, as it may cause serious harm to the fetus. Patients with hypersensitivity to the components of this drug or those with severe liver, heart, or kidney disease should not use it. Patients with poor liver function or gastrointestinal diseases should exercise caution while using this drug, and those with vascular problems in the kidneys should also take it carefully. Dosage adjustments are required for the elderly, and patients aged 75 or older should start at a lower dose. During treatment with this medication, side effects such as dizziness, hypotension, or hyperkalemia may occur, so any symptoms should necessitate immediate consultation with healthcare personnel. Due to the risk of excessively low blood pressure, patients who are dehydrated or have low sodium levels should address these concerns before taking this medication; if symptoms of hypotension appear, appropriate measures should be taken. This drug may lead to renal function deterioration or electrolyte abnormalities when combined with other antihypertensives, so it is essential to follow medical guidance when taking it alongside other medications. It is advisable to avoid grapefruit juice, as it can excessively increase the drug's effects. Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding should not take this medication, and if pregnancy is confirmed, they should stop taking it immediately and consult a healthcare provider. The safety and efficacy of this medication have not been established in children and adolescents, so it is not recommended for their use. Caution should be exercised while driving or operating dangerous machinery as dizziness or drowsiness may occur during treatment. In case of overdose, severe hypotension or cardiac abnormalities can occur, and immediate medical assistance should be sought. This drug should be kept out of reach of children, and it is recommended to open the package just before taking it.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (angioedema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, sepsis, thrombocytopenia, anaphylactic reaction, fainting, myocardial infarction, ventricular tachycardia, arrhythmia, atrial fibrillation, vasculitis, respiratory distress, interstitial lung disease, liver dysfunction, hepatic impairment, hepatitis, jaundice, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, exfoliative dermatitis, phototoxic reaction, toxic epidermal necrolysis, renal impairment (including acute renal failure), associated hypertension

Mild side effects

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

This medication is sensitive to light, so it should be stored in a container that protects it from light. Additionally, to maintain its efficacy, it is important to store it at room temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

Biconvex oval dual tablet in white and light blue colors

Package unit

30 tablets/box[(10 tablets/PTP*3)]