Zosartan-K 50mg Tablets (20’s) – Losartan Potassium | Blood Pressure & Heart Protection Medicine

Description

Zosartan-K 50mg Tablets contain Losartan Potassium, an angiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB) used to manage high blood pressure (hypertension) and protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
It works by relaxing blood vessels, allowing blood to flow more easily, thus reducing blood pressure and improving heart function. Zosartan-K also helps reduce the risk of stroke, heart attack, and kidney complications in hypertensive and diabetic patients.

Ingredients

• Active Ingredient: Losartan Potassium 50mg

• Inactive Ingredients: Lactose monohydrate, microcrystalline cellulose, magnesium stearate, starch, and film-coating agents.

Drug Class

• Class: Angiotensin II Receptor Blocker (ARB)

• Category: Antihypertensive

Dosage Form

• Form: Film-coated tablet

• Strength: 50mg

• Pack Size: 20 tablets

Uses

Zosartan-K 50mg is prescribed for:

• High blood pressure (hypertension)

• Heart failure (in combination therapy)

• Protection of kidneys in type 2 diabetes (especially in patients with protein in urine)

• Reducing the risk of stroke in patients with heart disease and left ventricular hypertrophy

Dosage

• Adults (Hypertension): Usually 50mg once daily. The dose may be increased to 100mg once daily based on response.

• Diabetic nephropathy: Typically 50mg once daily; may be increased to 100mg daily.

• Elderly or patients with liver/kidney issues: May require dose adjustment.

• Route: Oral — swallow whole with water, with or without food.

💊 Always take the medicine exactly as prescribed by your doctor.

In Case of Overdose

Symptoms: Low blood pressure, rapid heartbeat, or dizziness.
➡️ Action: Seek immediate medical attention or go to the nearest emergency department.

Missed Dose

If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember.
If it’s almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose.
⚠️ Do not double the dose to make up for a missed one.

How To Use

• Take Zosartan-K once daily at the same time each day.

• Can be taken with or without meals.

• Continue taking even if you feel well — high blood pressure often has no symptoms.

• Do not stop using without consulting your doctor.

When Not to Use

Do not use Zosartan-K if you:

• Are allergic to Losartan or any of its ingredients.

• Are pregnant or breastfeeding.

• Have severe liver impairment.

• Have low blood pressure (hypotension) or dehydration.

• Are taking Aliskiren with diabetes or kidney problems.

Side Effects

Common side effects:

• Dizziness or lightheadedness

• Fatigue or weakness

• Low blood pressure

• Nasal congestion

• Elevated potassium levels

Less common / serious side effects:

• Kidney function changes

• Allergic reactions (rash, swelling, difficulty breathing)

• Fainting

• Irregular heartbeat

⚠️ Contact your doctor if serious side effects occur or if dizziness persists.

Precautions & Warnings

• Use with caution in patients with kidney or liver disease.

• Avoid using with potassium supplements or salt substitutes without medical advice.

• Do not use during pregnancy — may harm the unborn baby.

• Monitor blood pressure and kidney function regularly.

• Avoid dehydration (especially during vomiting or diarrhea).

• May cause dizziness — avoid driving or operating heavy machinery until you know how it affects you.

Drug Interactions

Zosartan-K may interact with:

• Other blood pressure medicines (e.g., ACE inhibitors, diuretics)

• Potassium supplements / salt substitutes

• NSAIDs (e.g., ibuprofen, naproxen) – may reduce effect or harm kidneys

• Lithium – increases lithium toxicity risk

• Diuretics (water pills) – may enhance the lowering of blood pressure

Storage/Disposal

• Store below 30°C in a cool, dry place away from moisture and sunlight.

• Keep out of reach of children.

• Do not use after expiry date.

• Dispose of unused or expired tablets properly — do not flush into drains.

Control Drug

• Not a controlled substance (Prescription-only medicine).

Quick Tips

💡 Helpful Tips for Safe Use:

• Take your dose at the same time daily for consistent blood pressure control.

• Continue even if you feel well — stopping suddenly may increase blood pressure.

• Avoid alcohol as it can increase dizziness.

• Maintain a low-salt, healthy diet and exercise regularly.

• Regularly monitor your blood pressure and kidney function.

• Tell your doctor if you plan to become pregnant or are breastfeeding.