Rotain Tablet (Losartan Potassium)

Adult dose

This medication can be taken regardless of meals, but it is recommended to take it at the same time every day. For hypertension treatment, it is advised to take 50 mg orally once daily as Losartan Potassium. If the therapeutic effect is insufficient, it can be increased to 100 mg once daily or divided into two doses. In treating kidney disease in patients with type 2 diabetes who have hypertension, it is generally 50 mg once daily.

Child dose

In children and adolescents over 6 years old, it varies according to weight. For those weighing between 20 kg and less than 50 kg, the dosage is 25 mg once daily, with a maximum of 50 mg possible. For those weighing 50 kg or more, the recommended dosage is generally 50 mg once daily.

This medication should not be used during pregnancy, especially in the second and third trimesters, as it can cause serious harm to the fetus; it must be discontinued immediately upon confirmation of pregnancy. Individuals with allergies to this medication, severe liver dysfunction, certain genetic disorders, and women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should not take it. Elderly patients or those with impaired kidney function and patients at risk of excessively low blood pressure should use this medication cautiously, requiring regular monitoring. This medication is primarily used for the treatment of hypertension and typically has few side effects; however, symptoms such as dizziness, muscle cramps, back pain, cough, and dyspepsia may occur. Blood pressure may drop too low or kidney function may worsen, so any symptoms should prompt immediate consultation with a healthcare professional. Due to the risk of increased potassium levels, patients should avoid taking potassium supplements or medications containing potassium. This medication may interact with other antihypertensives, certain diuretics, NSAIDs, etc.; therefore, if taking other medications, it is crucial to inform a doctor or pharmacist. Pregnant or breastfeeding women are advised to avoid taking this medication, and breastfeeding should be discontinued if already taking it. It is advisable not to use this medication in children or patients with severely impaired kidney function, as safety has not been established. Regular checks of blood pressure, kidney function, and electrolyte levels should be conducted to ensure no abnormalities occur during use. Dizziness or drowsiness may occur while taking this medication, so caution is required when driving or operating machinery.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, angioedema (which can cause laryngeal/glottic swelling), swelling of the face, lips, pharynx, and tongue, anaphylaxis-like syndrome, severe rash accompanied by high fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in oral/ocular mucosa, difficulty breathing, asthma attack, respiratory issues accompanied by cough and fever, jaundice (yellowing of skin or eyes), and general

Mild side effects

• Muscle cramps
• back pain
• leg pain
• dizziness
• congestion
• upper respiratory infection
• sinusitis
• nausea
• diarrhea
• dyspepsia

This medication must be stored in a tightly sealed container to protect it from air and moisture. It is best to maintain the storage temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

White oval film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle