Bialsaltan Tablets 50 mg (Losartan Potassium)

Adult dose

This medication can be taken with or without food, but it is recommended to take it at the same time each day. For treatment of hypertension, the recommended oral dose of Losartan Potassium is 50 mg once daily. If the therapeutic effect is insufficient, the dose may be divided into two doses daily or increased to a maximum of 100 mg once daily. For kidney disease in patients with hypertension who are type 2 diabetic, the usual dose is 50 mg once daily, and if necessary, up to 100 mg.

Child dose

For children and adolescents aged 6 years or older weighing between 20 kg and less than 50 kg, the dose is 25 mg once daily, which can be increased to a maximum of 50 mg. For children and adolescents weighing 50 kg or more, 1

This medication can cause serious harm to the fetus if taken during pregnancy, especially in the second and third trimesters, so it should not be taken by women who are pregnant or may become pregnant. If pregnancy is confirmed, administration should be stopped immediately, and the health status of the fetus and newborn should be closely monitored. This medication should not be administered to patients with specific diseases, such as those allergic to this medicine or its ingredients, severe liver impairment, hereditary angioedema, etc. Moreover, it should be avoided in patients with severely impaired kidney function or when used in combination with certain antihypertensive medications. Caution is required for elderly patients and those with hyperkalemia or liver impairment, as there is a risk of dangerously low blood pressure or worsening kidney function. This medication may have side effects such as muscle cramps, dizziness, upper respiratory tract infections, and, rarely, serious adverse reactions such as angioedema, hepatitis, and rhabdomyolysis. If blood pressure drops sharply or symptoms of renal failure occur, immediate medical attention should be sought. This drug should not be taken together with other potassium-sparing diuretics or potassium supplements, as this can dangerously increase blood potassium levels. Caution is also needed if used with non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), as this may reduce the blood pressure-lowering effect and worsen kidney function. It is advisable to discontinue use 24 hours before surgery, and regular monitoring of blood pressure, kidney function, and blood potassium levels should be conducted while on this medication. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should not take this medication, and breastfeeding should be avoided or discontinued if taken. This medication is not administered to children, especially those under 6 years of age or patients with severely impaired kidney function. Overdose may result in hypotension and tachycardia, requiring immediate medical attention. While taking this medication, consult with your healthcare provider about pregnancy planning or confirmation, and do not take potassium supplements or salt substitutes containing potassium without consulting your healthcare provider. Keep this medication out of the reach of children and do not transfer it to another container.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweats, pallor, angioedema (may cause airway obstruction), symptoms of anaphylaxis, severe rash with high fever, blisters, skin peeling, oral/ocular mucosal pain, respiratory distress, asthma attack, respiratory abnormalities accompanied by cough and fever, yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme lethargy, sudden and severe headache, thunderclap headache

Mild side effects

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

This medication must be kept in a tightly sealed container to prevent exposure to air and moisture. It is recommended to maintain room temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

White oval film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle