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

Adult dose

This medicine is to be taken once daily, 1 tablet, with water regardless of meals. It is recommended to take it at the same time each day (e.g., morning) if possible. For patients whose blood pressure is not controlled with the combination therapy of telmisartan/amlodipine, a dose of 40/5/12.5 mg of this medication may be administered, and dosage adjustments should be made at intervals of more than 2 weeks based on the patient's blood pressure response. The maximum dose of this medication is 80/5/25 mg.

This medicine should not be used during pregnancy, especially in the second and third trimesters, as it can cause serious harm to the fetus and newborns. Caution is required for patients with liver dysfunction or progressive liver disease, as serious side effects like hepatic coma may occur when using this medication. Patients with severe kidney disease may also experience increased blood nitrogen levels due to some ingredients in this medication, so careful administration is necessary. Individuals with hypersensitivity to this medication or its ingredients, specific heart conditions, cholestatic diseases, pregnant women, and nursing mothers should not take this medication. Women in the second and third trimesters of pregnancy and nursing mothers should avoid using this medication. Caution should be exercised when using this medication in patients with renal artery stenosis, severe hypotension, patients on dialysis, and the elderly, with careful monitoring and dose adjustments needed. Various side effects like hypotension, dizziness, electrolyte imbalance, gastrointestinal bleeding, skin rash, etc., can occur; if any abnormal symptoms arise, prompt consultation with healthcare professionals is advised. The blood pressure may drop suddenly, so it is necessary for patients with fluid or salt deficiency to stabilize their condition before taking this medication and closely monitor their blood pressure during treatment. There is a risk of elevated serum potassium levels; therefore, monitoring through blood tests is necessary when taken in conjunction with potassium supplements or potassium-containing medications. Patients with compromised kidney function should regularly check kidney function and electrolyte status through blood tests while on this medication. Patients with heart disease should also be cautious of the risk of myocardial infarction or angina occurring during treatment with this medication. This medication may cause drowsiness or dizziness when driving or operating machinery, so caution is advised. This medication may interact with various drugs, so if you are taking other medications, be sure to inform your doctor or pharmacist. Safety and efficacy have not been established for children and adolescents under 18 years of age, so use in this population is not recommended. In case of overdose, symptoms such as hypotension, heart abnormalities, electrolyte imbalance can occur, and immediate medical treatment should be sought. When storing, keep this medication out of reach of children in a cool, dry place, avoiding direct sunlight.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling, chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, paleness, severe rash with high fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in mouth and eye mucous membranes, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attack, respiratory abnormalities accompanied by coughing and fever, jaundice of the skin or eyes, profound fatigue throughout the body, sudden and severe headaches, thunderclap headache, seizures, confusion, visual disturbances, paralysis, markedly reduced urine output

Mild side effects

• Dizziness
• dyslipidemia
• back pain
• rash
• headache
• abdominal pain
• anal bleeding
• nausea
• hemorrhagic gastritis
• constipation

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container that can block light, and the storage temperature should be maintained between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius at room temperature. Proper storage will help maintain the effectiveness of the medication for a long time.

Appearance

White oval-shaped bilayered tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/box [10 tablets/PTP x 3]