Neurosartan Tablets 100mg (Losartan Potassium)

Adult dose

This medication can be taken regardless of meals, but it is recommended to take it at the same time each day. For adults with hypertension, the initial and maintenance dose is recommended as 50 mg once daily as Losartan Potassium. The maximum antihypertensive effect appears 3 to 6 weeks after treatment initiation. If treatment effects are insufficient, the same dose may be divided and administered twice daily, or it may be increased to a maximum of 100 mg once daily if necessary.

Child dose

In children and adolescents aged 6 years and older weighing between 20 kg and less than 50 kg, the recommended dose is 25 mg once daily, and it may be increased to a maximum of 50 mg once daily based on blood pressure response.

This medication can cause serious harm to the fetus when taken during pregnancy, especially in the second and third trimesters; therefore, it should be discontinued immediately upon confirmation of pregnancy. This medication should not be administered to certain patients, such as those allergic to this medication or its components, women who are pregnant or may become pregnant, patients with severe liver dysfunction, those with hereditary angioedema, patients with primary hyperaldosteronism, or those with lactose intolerance. Additionally, elderly patients, patients with hyperkalemia, patients with mild to moderate liver dysfunction, patients with valvular heart disease, patients with reduced blood volume, and those with compromised kidney function should take this medication with caution. During treatment, various adverse reactions may occur. Common symptoms include dizziness, muscle cramps, back pain, upper respiratory infections, etc., and rarely, serious events such as angioedema, liver dysfunction, or renal failure may occur. Blood pressure and kidney function should be regularly monitored, especially during initial dosing, as there is a risk of too low blood pressure or worsening kidney function. This medication may interact with other drugs. Caution is required when used in conjunction with potassium-sparing diuretics, potassium supplements, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, lithium, etc. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should avoid this medication; if it must be taken, breastfeeding should be discontinued. This drug is not to be used in children under 6 years old or in children with severe renal impairment. In cases of overdose, hypotension and tachycardia may occur, requiring immediate treatment. Patients planning for pregnancy or who confirm pregnancy during treatment should consult a doctor, and should avoid taking potassium supplements or potassium-containing salt substitutes without consulting a healthcare professional. This medication should be kept out of reach of children and should not be transferred to other containers.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), cold sweat, angioedema (swelling of the larynx/glottis that can cause airway obstruction, swelling of the face/lips/pharynx/tongue), respiratory distress, systemic flushing, liver dysfunction, hepatitis, hyperkalemia, acute renal failure, renal failure, ventricular ectopic beats, atrial fibrillation, hypotension, fainting, loss of consciousness, acute hepatitis, fulminant hepatitis, craniosynostosis, anuria, hypotension, renal failure, severe allergic reaction.

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 closed container to protect it from air and light, preferably at room temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius. Proper storage will help maintain the effectiveness of the medication for a longer period.

Appearance

White, drop-shaped film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle