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Wonsartan Plus Tablet

Wonsartan Plus Tablet

Prescription medicationTablet경구
Ingredient · strength
Losartan Potassium›50mg / 1 tabletHydrochlorothiazide›12.5mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
대원제약(주)
Appearance
Yellow oval film-coated tablet
Packaging
30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 200607921 · Notified 2006.09.18

Summary

Main use
Improves blood pressure control when monotherapy for hypertension is insufficient
Who takes it
Adults · Children
Adult dose
The usual dosage for this medication is one tablet of Losartan Potassium 50 mg/Hydrochlorothiazide 12.5 mg once a day. Doses exceeding Losartan Potassium 100 mg/Hydrochlorothiazide 25 mg per day are not advisable. Start with one tablet of Losartan Potassium 50 mg/Hydrochlorothiazide 12.5 mg once daily; if blood pressure is not controlled after three weeks, the maximum dose can be Losartan Potassium 100 mg/Hydrochlorothiazide 25 mg once daily.
Child dose
Due to a lack of experience in use among children and adolescents, the combination of losartan and hydrochlorothiazide should not be administered to children and adolescents.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
대원제약(주)

Efficacy & effects

Improves blood pressure control when monotherapy for hypertension is insufficient

  • Hypertension
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Used for hypertension that is not adequately controlled by monotherapy.

How to take

Adult dose

The usual dosage for this medication is one tablet of Losartan Potassium 50 mg/Hydrochlorothiazide 12.5 mg once a day. Doses exceeding Losartan Potassium 100 mg/Hydrochlorothiazide 25 mg per day are not advisable. Start with one tablet of Losartan Potassium 50 mg/Hydrochlorothiazide 12.5 mg once daily; if blood pressure is not controlled after three weeks, the maximum dose can be Losartan Potassium 100 mg/Hydrochlorothiazide 25 mg once daily.

Child dose

Due to a lack of experience in use among children and adolescents, the combination of losartan and hydrochlorothiazide should not be administered to children and adolescents.

Precautions

This medication can cause serious harm to the fetus during pregnancy, so it should be discontinued immediately upon confirmation of pregnancy. Patients with allergy reactions to any ingredient in this medication or specific kidney and liver diseases, and electrolyte imbalances should not take this medication. Caution is needed when using this medication in patients with very low blood pressure, poor kidney function, elderly patients, and patients with certain autoimmune diseases. Since this medication lowers blood pressure, dizziness or drowsiness may occur during treatment, so one should be cautious when driving or operating machinery. While taking this medication, blood potassium levels may change, so be careful not to take potassium supplements or foods or medications containing potassium. This medication can make the skin sensitive to sunlight, so avoid prolonged exposure to ultraviolet light and consult a doctor immediately if there are any skin abnormalities. During treatment, regular blood tests and checks on kidney and liver function are important to monitor for any issues. Due to a lack of experience in children and adolescents, it is recommended not to administer this medication to them. Overdosage can lead to low blood pressure, arrhythmia, etc., so if symptoms occur, seek medical attention immediately. When storing, keep out of reach of children, and store in the original container tightly sealed.

Side effects and when to seek care immediately

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), cold sweat, pallor, severe allergic reactions, severe rash, blisters, skin peeling, pain in the mucous membranes of the mouth/eyes, severe skin adverse reactions, difficulty breathing or shortness of breath, asthma attacks, respiratory issues associated with coughing and fever, breathing problems, yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), severe systemic lethargy, liver abnormalities (jaundice), sudden and extremely severe headache, thunderclap headache, seizure,

Mild side effects

  • Abdominal pain
  • swelling
  • palpitations
  • back pain
  • dizziness
  • cough
  • sinusitis
  • upper respiratory infection
  • weakness
  • fatigue
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  • diarrhea
  • nausea
  • headache
  • bronchitis
  • pharyngitis
  • rash
  • chest pain
  • facial swelling
  • fever
  • orthostatic hypotension
  • fainting
  • angina
  • arrhythmia
  • hypotension
  • myocardial infarction
  • secondary AV block
  • loss of appetite
  • constipation
  • toothache
  • dry mouth
  • dyspepsia
  • flatulence
  • gastritis
  • vomiting
  • malaise
  • anemia
  • gout
  • arm pain
  • joint pain
  • arthritis

Not everyone experiences these, and they can vary from person to person.

Storage

This medication is sensitive to light, so it should be stored in a container that blocks light. Additionally, it is recommended to store the medication at room temperature between 1°C and 30°C. This way, the efficacy and safety of the medication can be maintained.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

Yellow oval film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle

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