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Felutam belongs to the group of cardiovascular drugs, packaged in a box of 1 blister, 2 blisters, 3 blisters x 10 tablets. The drug contains the main ingredient is Felodipine 5mg, controlled release tablet dosage form. Complying with the indications, the dose of Felutam will help patients improve the effectiveness of treatment and avoid unwanted side effects.
1. Uses and indications of Felutam
Felutam is indicated for the treatment of:
Hypertension. Felutam can be used as a single dose or in combination with other antihypertensive agents. Raynaud's syndrome; Congestive heart failure; Stable angina ; Coronary spasm.
2. Contraindications of Felutam
Felutam is contraindicated in case the patient is hypersensitive to the ingredients and excipients in the drug.
3. Dosage and how to take Felutam
How to use: Felutam is used orally. Because Felutam comes in a slow-release form, the patient needs to swallow the tablet whole. Do not chew, crush or break Felutam tablets as this may reduce the effectiveness of treatment.
Reference dosage:
Starting dose of 5mg/day. Depending on the response, the dose can be reduced to 2.5 mg or increased to 10 mg/day. Usually 5-10mg/day can be used. Not more than 20mg/day. For people > 65 years old or with liver failure: The starting dose is 2.5mg/day. Note: Felutam dosage above is for reference only. The specific dose of Felutam depends on the condition and the progression of the disease. To get the right dose of Felutam, patients should consult their doctor or healthcare professional.
How to deal with missed dose, Felutam overdose:
In case of missed dose of Felutam, it is advisable to supplement as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose of Felutam and use a new dose. When using Felutam drug overdose, the patient should stop the drug immediately and go to the nearest medical facility for timely treatment.
4. Felutam side effects
At therapeutic doses, Felutam is well tolerated. However, during the use of Felutam, patients may still experience side effects such as:
Causes facial flushing; Headache; Palpitations ; Dizzy; Transient fatigue; Lower blood pressure; Phu. If you experience these symptoms, the patient should stop using Felutam and notify the doctor for appropriate treatment.
5. Precautions when using Felutam
Felutam should be used with caution in patients with heart failure, ventricular dysfunction, liver failure, the elderly, pregnant and lactating women. Absolutely do not use when Felutam has signs of discoloration, mold, watery or expired. Above is the entire information about the drug Felutam is what drug? Patients should carefully read the instructions for use of Felutam and consult a doctor / pharmacist before taking it. Note, Felutam is a prescription drug, so patients absolutely cannot buy treatment at home because they may experience unwanted side effects.
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