Twynsta_ 40/5 Mg. Twynsta_ 40/10 Mg. Twynsta_ 80/5 Mg. Twynsta_ 80/10 Mg 40/5 mg. 40/10 mg. 80/5 mg. 80/10 mg Tablet
Clinical Summary
Quick overview from the medicine insert
Indication
Treatment of essential hypertension.
Dosage (summary)
Adults: 40/5 mg once daily, may titrate to 80/10 mg.
Onset of Action / Duration
Onset: 3 hours, Duration: 24 hours
Special Populations
- Renal impairment
- Hepatic impairment
- Elderly patients
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Contraindicated in pregnancy and lactation.
Key Drug Interactions
- Lithium
- NSAIDs
- CYP3A4 inhibitors
- Aliskiren
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity
- Severe renal impairment
- Severe hepatic impairment
- Pregnancy
- Lactation
Common side effects
- Dizziness
- Hypotension
- Peripheral edema
- Fatigue
Counselling Points
- Take once daily with or without food.
- Avoid grapefruit juice.
- Monitor blood pressure regularly.
Serious warnings
- Dual blockade of RAAS may increase risk of hypotension and renal impairment.
- Monitor potassium levels.
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