Corosal-Tan Tablets 5/50 mg (Amlodipine, Losartan Potassium)

Adult dose

The recommended dose of this drug is 1 tablet once daily, taken with water regardless of meals. It is advised to take it at the same time each day (e.g., in the morning). Typically, an administration of this drug 5/50 mg is given once daily, and if blood pressure is not sufficiently controlled after 2 weeks, the dose may be increased to 10/50 mg once daily.

Child dose

Safety and efficacy have not been established for pediatric patients under 18 years, and the use of this drug is not recommended.

This medicine can cause serious harm to the fetus if taken during pregnancy, especially in the second and third trimesters, so it should be discontinued immediately upon confirmation of pregnancy. Due to its strong blood pressure-lowering effect, patients with low blood volume or those on diuretics may experience symptoms of hypotension upon initial dosing, so caution is needed. This drug should not be taken by patients with allergies to its components, severely impaired liver function, severe aortic stenosis, or those in shock. Patients with elevated potassium levels or severely impaired renal function, and those on strict salt restrictions should exercise caution when using this drug and follow their doctor's instructions. Various side effects such as dizziness, headache, drowsiness, palpitations, dyspepsia, skin rash may occur, and if any abnormal symptoms appear, immediate consultation with medical staff is necessary. Especially for the elderly or patients with renal impairment, the dosage and frequency should be discussed with healthcare providers, and this drug is not recommended for children under 18 years of age. When taken with other blood pressure medications, the blood pressure-lowering effect may be enhanced, so it is essential to inform the doctor about any currently taken medications. Taking it with grapefruit or grapefruit juice can increase the drug's concentration in the blood, raising the risk of side effects, so it is advisable to avoid this combination. Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding should not take this medicine, and those breastfeeding should also avoid it as it may pass into breast milk. Overdose can result in severe hypotension and cardiac dysfunction, so it is crucial to adhere to the prescribed dosage, and in case of suspected overdose, seek immediate emergency treatment. When storing, keep away from children and do not transfer to another container, as this is safer.

Serious side effects

Urticaria, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe rash with fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in oral/ocular mucosa, difficulty or shortness of breath, asthma attacks, respiratory distress accompanied by cough + fever, yellowing of skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme fatigue, sudden and severe headache, lightning headache, seizures, disorientation, visual disturbances, paralysis, urination issues

Mild side effects

• Dizziness
• headache
• drowsiness
• weakness
• chest discomfort
• chest pain
• early satiety
• peripheral edema
• pitting edema
• abdominal discomfort

This drug should be stored in a tightly closed container to avoid exposure to air or moisture. It is advisable to maintain storage temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius at room temperature. Proper storage will help maintain the drug's effectiveness for a long time.

Appearance

White oblong film-coated tablets

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle