Coroza Tablet 50 mg (Losartan Potassium)

Adult dose

This medication is recommended to be taken orally once daily at the same time, regardless of meals, at a dose of 50 mg. If therapeutic effect is insufficient, the dose may be split into two doses per day or increased to a maximum of 100 mg once daily. For patients with hypertension who also have type 2 diabetes, typically 50 mg once daily is utilized, and it may be increased to 100 mg based on blood pressure.

Child dose

For children and adolescents over 6 years of age weighing between 20 kg and less than 50 kg, a dose of 25 mg once daily is recommended, with a maximum of 50 mg. For those weighing 50 kg and above, typically 50 mg.

This medication can cause severe harm to the fetus if taken during pregnancy, especially in the second and third trimesters; therefore, it should not be used by pregnant women or those who may become pregnant. Patients with allergic reactions to this medication, severely impaired liver function, history of angioedema, or specific genetic disorders should not use this medication. Elderly patients, those with kidney dysfunction, and patients with hyperkalemia should use this medication with caution, as there is a risk of rapid drops in blood pressure, and their conditions should be closely monitored. Although this medication is generally safe to use, side effects such as muscle cramps, dizziness, and upper respiratory infections may occur, and in severe cases, serious adverse reactions like angioedema or renal failure may arise. During the administration of this medication, liver and kidney functions, as well as serum electrolyte levels, should be regularly monitored to ensure no abnormalities, especially regarding the potential occurrence of hyperkalemia. When taken in conjunction with other antihypertensive agents or potassium-sparing diuretics and potassium supplements, interactions may lead to hyperkalemia or worsening kidney function, so it is essential to consult a doctor. This medication is not recommended for nursing women, and if it must be taken, discontinuation of breastfeeding is advised. In cases of overdose, hypotension or cardiac arrhythmias may occur; therefore, adherence to dosage is essential, and immediate consultation with healthcare professionals is necessary should any abnormal symptoms arise. Dizziness may occur while driving or operating machinery during the use of this medication, so caution is advised, especially at the beginning of treatment or when dosage is adjusted.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe rash with high fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in oral/ocular mucosa, difficulty in breathing or shortness of breath, asthma attack, respiratory abnormalities with cough+fever, jaundice (yellowing of skin or eyes), extreme fatigue, sudden and severe headache, thunderclap headache, convulsions, confusion, visual disturbances, paralysis, urinary symptoms.

Mild side effects

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

This medication may be sensitive to air or moisture; therefore, it should be stored in a tightly sealed container. Additionally, avoid excessively hot or cold places, and store it at a temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

White oval film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle