Hanlim Lozartan Tablets (Losartan Potassium)

Adult dose

This medication can be taken irrespective of meals, but it is recommended to take it at the same time each day. For hypertension, the initial and maintenance dose is recommended to be 50 mg orally once daily as losartan potassium. Maximum antihypertensive effects are typically observed 3 to 6 weeks after treatment initiation. If blood pressure control is insufficient, the dose may be divided into twice daily or increased to a maximum of 100 mg once daily if necessary. For those with hypertension and type 2 diabetes...

Child dose

For children and adolescents aged 6 years and older with a body weight between 20 kg and less than 50 kg, the recommended dose is 25 mg once daily, and it may be increased to a maximum of 50 mg once daily based on blood pressure response. For those weighing 50 kg and above...

This medication may cause serious harm to the fetus when taken during pregnancy, especially in the second and third trimesters; therefore, it should not be taken by pregnant women or those who may become pregnant. Patients who have allergic reactions to this medication, severe liver dysfunction, certain genetic lactose metabolism disorders, or severe kidney disease should not take it. Elderly patients, those with hyperkalemia or slightly impaired liver function, and those with heart valve disease or cardiovascular conditions should use this medication cautiously, and periodic monitoring is necessary to avoid excessively low blood pressure or worsening kidney function. While generally safe, side effects such as muscle cramps, dizziness, low back pain, and upper respiratory infections may occur, and rarely serious adverse reactions such as angioedema, hepatitis, renal failure, hypotension, and urticaria have been reported. Particular attention is required as abrupt drops in blood pressure may lead to fainting or loss of consciousness; if any unusual symptoms occur, consult a physician immediately. This medication may raise potassium levels; therefore, taking it with potassium supplements or potassium-containing medications can be risky, and must be discussed with a doctor. It can interact with other blood pressure medications, diuretics, lithium, and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), so inform your healthcare provider if you are taking any other medications. Pregnant or lactating women should preferably avoid this medication; if necessary, breastfeeding should be discontinued when taking this drug. Children, especially those under 6 years of age or those with severely impaired kidney function, should not take this medication. It is essential to regularly check blood pressure, kidney function, and electrolyte levels while taking this medication for any abnormalities. Be cautious when driving or operating machinery, as dizziness or drowsiness may occur. In case of overdose, hypotension and bradycardia may develop; seek medical attention immediately if symptoms occur, and treatment will be adjusted according to the symptoms. Store this medication out of reach of children and do not transfer it to another container.

Serious side effects

• Craniosynostosis
• anuria
• hypotension
• renal failure
• angioedema
• severe swelling of lips
• face
• pharynx
• and tongue
• urticaria

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 and moisture, so it must be stored in a tightly sealed container. It is important to maintain the storage temperature between 1°C and 30°C to prolong the medication's effectiveness.

Appearance

White oval film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle