BeaRotan Tablet 50 mg (Losartan Potassium)

Adult dose

For treatment of hypertension, the initial and maintenance dose is 50 mg of Losartan Potassium administered orally once daily. If the therapeutic effect is insufficient, the dose can be divided into two doses daily or increased to a maximum of 100 mg once daily. In cases of kidney disease in patients with type 2 diabetes, the usual dose is 50 mg once daily, with the possibility of increasing to a maximum of 100 mg depending on blood pressure. For elderly patients (75 years or older), in cases of renal impairment (creatinine...

Child dose

For children and adolescents aged 6 years and older, the dosage varies by weight. For those weighing 20 kg to less than 50 kg, administer 25 mg once a day, which can be increased to a maximum of 50 mg. For those weighing 50 kg or more...

This medication can cause serious harm to the fetus if taken during the second and third trimesters of pregnancy, so women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should not take it. If pregnancy is confirmed, this medication should be stopped immediately, and regular testing should be done to check the fetus's health. This medication should not be given to patients with severely impaired liver function or specific genetic diseases, and care should be taken in patients with a history of angioedema. Additionally, patients with diabetes or moderate to severe kidney dysfunction should avoid combination therapy with certain medications. Caution should be exercised when administering this medication to elderly patients, patients with high serum potassium levels, or those with slightly impaired liver function, as well as in patients with heart valve diseases or those at risk of rapid drops in blood pressure. This medication has a blood pressure-lowering effect, and dizziness or fainting may occur when first taking it or increasing the dosage, so if such symptoms occur, stop taking it immediately and consult a doctor. Regular checks of blood pressure, kidney function, and electrolyte levels should be performed during treatment to detect any abnormalities, especially to prevent hyperkalemia. This medication may increase potassium levels in the blood, so it is advisable not to take it with potassium supplements or medications containing potassium. Furthermore, avoid grapefruit juice while taking this medication, and if taking other medications, consult a doctor or pharmacist about possible interactions. This medication is not recommended for nursing mothers, and if necessary to take, breastfeeding should be discontinued. Children, especially those under 6 years old or with very impaired kidney function, should not use this medication. Overdose may lead to hypotension and rapid heartbeat, requiring immediate medical attention. Store out of reach of children and avoid transferring to other containers.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweats, pallor, vascular edema, severe rash with fever, blisters, peeling of the skin, pain in the oral/ocular mucosa, shortness of breath or difficulty in breathing, asthma attacks, cough with fever, yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme lethargy, sudden and severe headache, thunderclap headache, seizures, confusion, visual disturbances

Mild side effects

• Muscle cramps
• back pain
• limb pain
• dizziness
• congestion
• upper respiratory tract infections
• sinusitis
• nausea
• diarrhea
• indigestion

This medication may be sensitive to air and moisture, so keep it in a tightly sealed container. It is advisable to maintain a storage temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius. This will help preserve the medication's effectiveness.

Appearance

White oval film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle