Cozaar Comp 50 mg/12,5 mg and 100 mg/12,5 mg Tablet
PDF Leaflet Revision Date: 25 November 2016
Clinical Summary
Quick overview from the medicine insert
Indication
Treatment of hypertension.
Dosage (summary)
Start with 1 tablet of COZAAR COMP 50/12.5 once daily; max 2 tablets.
Onset of Action / Duration
Onset: 2 hours, Duration: 6-12 hours
Special Populations
- Hepatic impairment
- Severe renal impairment
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Contraindicated in pregnancy; not established in lactation.
Key Drug Interactions
- Potassium-sparing diuretics
- Lithium
- NSAIDs
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to components
- Angioedema history
- Severe renal impairment
- Bilateral renal artery stenosis
Common side effects
- Dizziness
- Fatigue
- Headache
- Cough
- Hyperkalaemia
Counselling Points
- Monitor blood pressure regularly
- Avoid potassium supplements
- Report any signs of angioedema
Serious warnings
- Risk of renal failure
- Hypersensitivity reactions
- Pregnancy-related risks
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