Lozacom Pro Tablet (Losartan Potassium, Hydrochlorothiazide)

Adult dosage

The usual dosage for this medication is one tablet of Losartan Potassium 50 mg/Hydrochlorothiazide 12.5 mg once daily. It is not advisable to exceed a daily dosage of Losartan Potassium 100 mg/Hydrochlorothiazide 25 mg. Generally, the maximum antihypertensive effect appears about 3 weeks after starting treatment. This medication can be taken in conjunction with other antihypertensive agents and can be administered irrespective of meals. - Losartan

Children's dosage

There is no experience in using this medication in children and adolescents, so the losartan-hydrochlorothiazide compound should not be administered to children and adolescents.

This medication may cause serious harm to the fetus if taken during pregnancy, especially in the second and third trimesters, and pregnant women should not take it. Problems with the formation of the fetus's lungs and bones may occur, and newborns may experience skull formation issues, kidney dysfunction, low blood pressure, etc. If pregnancy is confirmed, this medication should be discontinued immediately. This medication should not be administered to patients with certain diseases. For example, patients with anuria, those allergic to sulfonamide drugs, those with severe liver or kidney impairment, and pregnant or potentially pregnant women may face risks if they take it. Additionally, it is not administered to patients with certain genetic lactose intolerance. Patients with low blood pressure or impaired kidney function, those with a history of liver disease, systemic lupus erythematosus patients, the elderly, diabetes patients, etc., should use this medication with caution. This medication can cause a rapid drop in blood pressure, so these patients should use it carefully under doctor's instructions. The hydrochlorothiazide component can cause electrolyte imbalance in the body, so regular blood tests should check sodium, potassium, and other levels. Extra caution is needed, especially when there is dehydration due to vomiting or diarrhea. This medication may interact with other drugs, so if you are currently taking any other medications, you must inform the healthcare provider, and it is advisable not to use potassium supplements or potassium-containing drugs concurrently. Dizziness or drowsiness may occur during use, so caution is advised when driving or operating machinery. If any new abnormal skin lesions develop or if pre-existing skin conditions worsen while taking this medication, consult a doctor immediately, and it is advisable to avoid exposure to ultraviolet light. In case of overdose, symptoms such as low blood pressure and rapid heart rate may occur, so it is important to adhere to the prescribed dosage and visit a healthcare institution immediately if any abnormal symptoms arise. Keep this medication out of the reach of children, and store it in its original container to prevent misuse or degradation of quality.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), angioedema (laryngeal/pharyngeal swelling causing airway obstruction, swelling of face/lips/pharynx/tongue), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, shortness of breath, acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS), cold sweats, pallor, severe rash with high fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in mucous membranes of mouth/eyes, jaundice (yellowing of skin or eyes), extreme lethargy, sudden and severe symptoms.

Mild side effects

Abdominal pain, swelling, palpitations, back pain, dizziness, cough, sinusitis, upper respiratory tract infection, weakness/fatigue, diarrhea, nausea, headache, bronchitis, pharyngitis, angioedema (swelling of lips and eyelids and facial rash), chest pain, facial swelling, fever, orthostatic hypotension, fainting, angina, arrhythmia (atrial fibrillation, sinus bradycardia, tachycardia, ventricular tachycardia, ventricular fibrillation), low blood pressure, myocardial infarction, secondary atrioventricular block, loss of appetite, constipation, toothache, and vomiting.

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container that blocks light, and it is best kept at room temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. This storage will help maintain the efficacy of the medication and prevent degradation.

Appearance

Oval film-coated tablets, white to grayish-white

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle