Tensitev 40/5; 40/10; 80/5; 80/10mg Tablets.
PDF Leaflet Revision Date: 24 June 2025
Clinical Summary
Quick overview from the medicine insert
Indication
Treatment of essential hypertension.
Dosage (summary)
Starting dose: 40/5 mg once daily; max: 80/10 mg once daily.
Onset of Action / Duration
Onset: 3 hours, Duration: 24 hours
Special Populations
- Renal impairment
- Hepatic impairment
- Elderly
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Contraindicated in pregnancy and lactation.
Key Drug Interactions
- Potassium-sparing diuretics
- Lithium
- NSAIDs
- CYP3A4 inhibitors
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to components
- Severe renal impairment
- Bilateral renal artery stenosis
- Severe hepatic impairment
- Pregnancy and lactation
Common side effects
- Dizziness
- Peripheral oedema
- Hypotension
Counselling Points
- Monitor blood pressure regularly.
- Avoid potassium supplements.
- Caution when driving or operating machinery.
Serious warnings
- Risk of hypotension in volume-depleted patients
- Dual blockade of RAAS contraindicated
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