Losartan Biotech 50 50 mg FC tablets
PDF Leaflet Revision Date: 09 March 2023
Clinical Summary
Quick overview from the medicine insert
Indication
Treatment of hypertension and renal protection in type 2 diabetic patients.
Dosage (summary)
50 mg once daily; may increase to 100 mg.
Onset of Action / Duration
Onset: 3-6 weeks, Duration: Not specified
Special Populations
- Elderly
- Renal impairment
- Hepatic impairment
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Contraindicated in pregnancy and breastfeeding.
Key Drug Interactions
- Potassium-sparing diuretics
- Lithium
- NSAIDs
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity
- Pregnancy
- Angioedema history
- Severe renal impairment
- Hepatic impairment
Common side effects
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Hyperkalaemia
- Upper respiratory infection
Counselling Points
- Take with or without food
- Monitor blood pressure
- Avoid potassium supplements
Serious warnings
- Risk of hypotension
- Monitor renal function
- Embryonal toxicity in pregnancy
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