Entirozatan 50 mg (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. 1. Hypertension - The initial and maintenance dose is 50 mg of Losartan Potassium orally once daily. - Maximum blood pressure-lowering effect appears 3 to 6 weeks after treatment initiation. - If the treatment effect is insufficient, it can be divided and taken twice daily or increased to 100 mg once daily. 2. Hypertension

Child dose

Children and adolescents aged 6 years and above - For those weighing 20 kg or more but less than 50 kg: 25 mg once daily, can be increased to 50 mg once daily based on blood pressure response - For those weighing 50 kg or more

This medicine can cause serious harm to the fetus if taken during pregnancy, particularly in the second and third trimesters; therefore, it should not be taken by pregnant women or women who may become pregnant. This drug should not be administered to patients with severely impaired liver function or specific genetic diseases, or to those with a history of angioedema. Elderly patients or those with elevated serum potassium levels, and patients with mild to moderate hepatic impairment should use this drug with particular caution. This drug lowers blood pressure; therefore, symptoms of hypotension or renal dysfunction may occur, and if these symptoms appear, immediate consultation with a physician is advisable. This medicine can dangerously elevate serum potassium levels if taken together with potassium-sparing diuretics or potassium supplements, so do not take them together without a doctor's instructions. During treatment, it is important to regularly check blood pressure and kidney function, as well as electrolyte levels in the blood, to identify any abnormalities. During the use of this drug, symptoms such as sudden dizziness or loss of consciousness may occur, so caution is advised when driving or operating hazardous machinery. This drug is not recommended for breastfeeding women; if it must be taken, cessation of breastfeeding is advised. In cases of overdose, symptoms like hypotension and bradycardia may develop, necessitating immediate medical attention. This drug should be kept out of reach of children and should not be transferred to other containers.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, angioedema (which can cause airway obstruction due to laryngeal/glottis swelling), swelling of the face/lips/pharynx/tongue, severe rash with high fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in oral/ocular mucosa, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attack, respiratory distress accompanied by cough and fever, yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), profound drowsiness

Mild side effects

Muscle cramps, back pain, leg pain, dizziness, congestion, upper respiratory infection, sinusitis, nausea, diarrhea, indigestion, cough, sinus disorder, pharyngitis, muscle pain, insomnia, headache, weakness/fatigue, swelling/edema, abdominal pain, chest pain, swelling of the lips and eyelids, facial rash, peeling of thin skin on the palms, hemolysis, facial edema, fever, orthostatic effects, fainting, angina, second-degree atrioventricular block, myocardial infarction, arrhythmias associated with atrial fibrillation

This drug may be sensitive to air or moisture, so it should be stored in a tightly sealed container. Additionally, it should be kept in a place that is not too hot or too cold, ideally at a temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

White oval film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle