Il Yang Bio Losartan Potassium Tablet 50 mg

Adult dose

This medication can be taken regardless of meals, and it is advised to take it at the same time every day. 1. Hypertension - The initial and maintenance dose of Losartan Potassium is recommended to be 50 mg orally once daily. - If the therapeutic effect is insufficient, dosing may be divided into twice daily or increased to a maximum of 100 mg once daily. 2. Kidney disease in patients with type 2 diabetes and hypertension - Typically, 50 mg once daily.

Child dose

Children and adolescents aged 6 years and older - For those weighing between 20 kg and 50 kg, 25 mg once daily is recommended, and it may be increased to 50 mg once daily based on blood pressure response. - Weight

This medication can cause severe harm to the fetus, especially when taken in the second and third trimesters of pregnancy, so it should be discontinued immediately upon confirmation of pregnancy. Taking this medication during pregnancy may hinder the development of the fetal lungs or cause skeletal malformations; it may also pose risks to newborns, including decreased skull formation, anuria, hypotension, and renal failure. Patients with hypersensitivity to this drug, severe liver impairment, hereditary angioedema, pregnant women, or women who may become pregnant should not take it. Particular caution is required for patients with diabetes or moderate to severe renal dysfunction, as the risk may increase when combined with certain medications. Elderly patients, those with hyperkalemia, liver disorders, or cardiovascular diseases should use this medication cautiously, and regularly monitor blood pressure, renal function, and electrolyte status. While this drug is generally well-tolerated, side effects such as dizziness, myalgia, cough, and dyspepsia may occur. Angioedema or allergic reactions may rarely occur, so if unusual symptoms appear, consult a physician immediately. During treatment with this drug, avoid the use of potassium supplements or potassium-containing salt substitutes, and exercise caution when combined with other antihypertensives or non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). This drug may affect liver and kidney function, so dosage adjustments may be necessary for patients with liver cirrhosis or kidney disease. Be cautious while driving or operating machinery due to the potential for dizziness, and it is advisable to discontinue use at least 24 hours prior to surgery. In case of overdose, symptoms such as hypotension and bradycardia may occur, and immediate medical attention is required. This medication is not recommended for children or adolescents under 6 years of age due to established safety and efficacy.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe rash with high fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in oral/ocular mucosa, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attack, respiratory abnormalities accompanied by cough + fever, skin or eye yellowing (jaundice), extreme lethargy, sudden and severe headache, lightning headache, seizures, confusion, visual disturbances, paralysis, urine.

Mild side effects

• Muscle cramps
• low back pain
• limb pain
• dizziness
• nasal congestion
• upper respiratory infection
• sinusitis
• nausea
• diarrhea
• dyspepsia

This medication should be kept in a tightly closed container to prevent air or moisture from entering. It is advisable to maintain storage temperature between 1°C and 30°C to ensure the drug's effectiveness and prevent degradation.

Appearance

White oval film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle