Asomex-TM Tablet

Asomex-TM Tablet is a combination medicine used in the treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure). It works by relaxing the blood vessels and making the heart more efficient at pumping blood throughout the body. You can take Asomex-TM Tablet at any time of day, with or without food, but it is best to take it at the same time each day. Keep taking it for as long as advised by your doctor. Even if you feel well, do not stop this medicine on your own because high blood pressure often has no symptoms. If you stop taking it, your condition may get worse. Keeping active with regular exercise, reducing your weight and eating a healthy diet will also help control your blood pressure. Follow your doctor’s advice while taking this medicine. It may cause side effects like nausea, taste change, diarrhea, upset stomach, ankle swelling, headache, weakness, numbness of extremities, flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck, and trunk), and tiredness. It may also cause dizziness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. You may be asked for regular monitoring of blood pressure, kidney function, and electrolytes level while on the treatment. Before taking it, let your doctor know if you have any liver or kidney problems. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor for advice before taking this medicine. You also need to tell your doctor what other medicines you are taking especially those used to treat high blood pressure or heart conditions.

• Hypertension (high blood pressure)

Asomex-TM Tablet is a combination of two medicines: S-Amlodipine and Telmisartan which lower blood pressure effectively. S-Amlodipine is a calcium channel blocker (CCB) and Telmisartan is an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB). They work by relaxing the blood vessels and making the heart more efficient at pumping blood throughout the body.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Asomex-TM Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

• Nausea
• Taste change
• Diarrhea
• Upset stomach
• Ankle swelling
• Headache
• Dizziness
• Weakness
• Numbness of extremity
• Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk)
• Increased potassium level in blood
• Decreased blood pressure
• Tiredness
• Sleepiness
• Palpitations

AlcoholUNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Asomex-TM Tablet.

PregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Asomex-TM Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feedingSAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Asomex-TM Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

DrivingUNSAFE

Asomex-TM Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.

KidneySAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Asomex-TM Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Asomex-TM Tablet is recommended. However, inform your doctor if you have an underlying kidney disease. Regular monitoring of blood pressure, creatinine, and potassium levels may be advised while you are taking this medicine.

LiverCAUTION

Asomex-TM Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Asomex-TM Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Use of Asomex-TM Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.

If you miss a dose of Asomex-TM Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

Cardiac