KENZAR 50MG TAB (TABLET)
Description: Each film-coated tablet contains 50 mg and 100 mg.
Losartan potassium (KENZAR) is an angiotensin II receptor antagonist with antihypertension activity.
Presentation / Packing: FC tab 50 mg x 30's. 100 mg x 30's.
Storage: Store at temperatures not exceeding 30°C. Protect from light.
Contents: Losartan K
Indication / Uses: It is used in the management of hypertension, particularly in the patients who develop cough with Angiotensin Converting Enzyme (ACE) Inhibitors and to reduce the risk of stroke in patients with left ventricular hypertrophy and in the treatment of diabetic nephropathy.
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SKU
6743
Dosage / Overdosage: In hypertension, the usual starting and maintenance dose is 50 mg once daily. The dose may be increased if necessary to 100 mg daily based on blood pressure response in one or two divided doses.
For patients with intravascular volume-depletion (e.g., those treated with high-dose diuretics) a starting dose of 25 daily should be considered.
An initial dose of 25 mg once daily is suggested for the elderly over 75 years of age.
Losartan potassium (KENZAR) may be administered with or without food.
In diabetic nephropathy, an initial dose of 50 mg once daily. increased to 100 mg once daily depending on blood pressure.
Administration:May be taken with or without food.
Contraindications: Hypersensitivity. Renal artery stenosis & hyperkalemia. Concomitant use w/ K-sparing diuretics. Pregnancy & lactation.
Side Effects / Adverse Reactions: Dizziness, asthenia/fatigue & vertigo.
Interactions: Reduced levels of active metabolite w/ rifampin & fluconazole. Increased serum K w/ K-sparing diuretics (eg, spironolactone, triamterene, amiloride), K supplements or salt containing K. Attenuated antihypertensive effect w/ NSAID indomethacin.