Mediroza (Losartan Potassium)

Adult dose

This medication can be taken regardless of meals, but it is recommended to take it at the same time every day. For treating hypertension, the recommended starting and maintenance dose is 50 mg orally once daily of Losartan Potassium. The maximum blood pressure-lowering effect appears 3 to 6 weeks after starting treatment. If the effect is insufficient, it can be increased to a maximum of 100 mg once daily or given as divided doses twice daily.

Child dose

For pediatric and adolescent patients aged 6 years and older with a body weight of 20 kg or more but less than 50 kg, a dose of 25 mg once daily is recommended, which can be increased to a maximum of 50 mg once daily based on blood pressure response.

This medication may cause serious harm to the fetus if taken during pregnancy, especially in the second and third trimesters. If pregnancy is confirmed, it must be stopped immediately. Women who may become pregnant or who are pregnant should not use this medication, and if pregnancy is discovered while taking it, they should consult a doctor immediately. Use is prohibited in patients with liver or kidney dysfunction, hereditary angioedema, or certain lactose intolerance. Caution is advised when using this medication in elderly patients, patients with elevated serum potassium levels, and those with liver impairment, requiring regular blood tests and monitoring. This medication lowers blood pressure, so patients at risk of hypotension or renal failure should be cautious during use and report any symptoms immediately. The risk of side effects may increase when combined with other antihypertensives or potassium-sparing diuretics, so consultation with a doctor is essential. Sudden dizziness or loss of consciousness may occur while taking this medication, so caution should be exercised when driving or operating machinery. In cases of overdose, low blood pressure and cardiac arrhythmias may occur, necessitating immediate medical attention. This medication is not to be used in children, particularly in those under 6 years of age or children with severely impaired kidney function. Any unusual symptoms or discomfort should be reported immediately, and women who are pregnant or planning to become pregnant should consult a doctor.

Serious side effects

Urticaria, angioedema (swelling of lips, face, oral cavity, pharynx, tongue), dyspnea, generalized flushing, edema, liver dysfunction, hepatitis, rhabdomyolysis, acute kidney failure, hyperkalemia, hypoglycemia, facial swelling, vasculitis, anaphylactic syndrome, hypotension, ventricular extrasystole, atrial fibrillation, cardiovascular complications (myocardial infarction, cerebrovascular accident), loss of consciousness, acute hepatitis, fulminant hepatitis, hypotension in patients undergoing dialysis, renal failure

Mild side effects

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

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent air or moisture from entering. It is recommended to store it at room temperature between 1°C and 30°C. This helps maintain the medication's effectiveness for a longer time.

Appearance

White oval film-coated tablets

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle