Neurosartan Tablet 50mg (Losartan Potassium)

Adult dose

This medication is administered orally at a dose of 50 mg once daily at the same time, regardless of meals. If therapeutic effects are insufficient, it may be administered in two divided doses daily or increased to a maximum of 100 mg once daily. For patients with hypertension and type 2 diabetes, the usual dose is 50 mg once daily, which can be increased to 100 mg once daily depending on blood pressure. Patients at risk of excessive blood pressure reduction should start with a dose of 25 mg.

Child dose

For children and adolescents aged 6 years and older weighing between 20 kg and less than 50 kg, administer 25 mg once daily, with a maximum increase to 50 mg. For those weighing 50 kg or more, administer 50 mg once daily.

This medicine can cause serious harm to the fetus if taken during pregnancy, especially in the second and third trimesters; therefore, women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should not take this medication. Patients with severely impaired liver or kidney function or certain genetic diseases should not use this medication, and it should not be administered in cases of hypersensitivity. Elderly patients, patients with hyperkalemia, those with liver impairment, etc. should be especially cautious when using this medication, and patients who are at risk of rapid blood pressure drops should also take care. This medication can cause various side effects, including muscle cramps, dizziness, cough, dyspepsia, and rare serious adverse reactions such as angioedema or hepatitis, renal failure, etc. Regular blood pressure and blood tests are necessary, as blood pressure may drop too low or kidney function may worsen, and if symptoms occur, the doctor should be consulted immediately. This medication can increase potassium levels, so it is advisable not to take potassium supplements or potassium-containing drugs simultaneously, and expert guidance is needed when combined with other blood pressure medications. If this medication is taken during pregnancy, regular ultrasounds, etc., must be performed to check the status of the fetus, and breastfeeding women should avoid taking this medication or discontinue breastfeeding. It should not be administered to children, especially those under 6 years or children with severely impaired kidney function, and elderly patients should also be monitored closely while using it. In cases of overdose, symptoms such as hypotension and increased heart rate may occur, requiring immediate treatment, and this medication is not removed by hemodialysis, so caution is needed. When taking this medication, any plans for pregnancy must be discussed with a doctor, and the medication should be stopped immediately if pregnancy occurs. Finally, it should be kept out of reach of children, and it is safe not to transfer it to other containers.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, angioedema (laryngeal/pharyngeal swelling that can cause airway obstruction, swelling of the face/lips/pharynx/tongue), severe allergic reactions, high fever with severe rash, blisters, skin peeling, oral/ocular mucosal pain, severe cutaneous adverse reactions, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attack, respiratory abnormalities accompanied by cough and fever, respiratory problems

Mild side effects

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

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to avoid exposure to air or moisture, and it is advisable to keep it at room temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius. This way, the effectiveness of the medication can be safely maintained.

Appearance

White oval film-coated tablets

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle