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Bivitanpo 50 belongs to the group of cardiovascular drugs, available in the form of film-coated tablets. The main ingredient of the drug is Losartan potassium 50mg. Adhering to the indications, the dose of Bivitanpo 50 will help patients improve the effectiveness of treatment and avoid unwanted side effects.
1. What are the effects of Bivitanpo 50?
Bivitanpo 50 is packaged in a box of 3 blisters x 10 tablets. Currently, this drug is indicated for the treatment of mild to moderate hypertension. Bivitanpo 50 can be used as monotherapy or in combination with other antihypertensive agents.
2. Contraindications of Bivitanpo 50
Bivitanpo 50 is contraindicated in the following cases:
People with a history of hypersensitivity to the ingredients and excipients of the drug Bivitanpo 50; Pregnant women; Women who are breastfeeding; Children under 18 years old.
3. Dosage and how to use Bivitanpo 50
How to use: Bivitanpo 50 is taken orally. Patients should swallow Bivitanpo 50 tablets whole with 1 glass of water. Chewing, crushing, or breaking Bivitanpo 50 can increase side effects when taken.
Dosage:
Initial and maintenance dose: Take from 25 - 50mg / time / day. If necessary, the dose can be increased to 100mg/time/day. For people > 75 years old, people with reduced endothelial fluid or moderate to severe renal impairment: Initial dose is 25mg/time/day. Note: The above dosage of Bivitanpo 50 is for reference only. The specific dose of Bivitanpo 50 depends on the condition and the progression of the disease. To get the right dose of Bivitanpo 50, patients should consult their doctor or healthcare professional.
4. Bivitanpo 50 . drug interactions
Bivitanpo 50 may have an interaction reaction if used concurrently with:
Barbiturates; Addictive sleeping pills; Drugs Rifampin; K-sparing diuretics; K supplements; K salt substitute; NSAIDs. Drugs Rossar Plus; Alcohol; Corticosteroids; ACTH; Muscle relaxants ; Lithium Drugs; Quinidine; Anticoagulants ; Gout Medicines; Anesthetic ; Glycosides; Vitamin D; Cholestyramine/colestipol resin. To avoid interactions, before being prescribed Bivitanpo 50, patients should inform their doctors about the products they are using, including over-the-counter drugs and dietary supplements. The doctor will base on that to prescribe the appropriate Bivitanpo 50.
5. Side effects of Bivitanpo 50
Side effects of Bivitanpo 50 appear quite few and stop at a moderate level. However, you should not be subjective, please note if there are symptoms such as:
Low blood pressure; Orthostatic hypotension; Chest pain; Block A-V degree II; Sinus bradycardia ; Fast heart beat; Facial edema; Blush. Insomnia ; Dizzy; Concerned; Loss of air conditioning ; Confusion; Depression ; Migraine headache ; Headache; Sleep disorders; Fever; Dizzy. Increased/decreased blood K; Gout. Diarrhea ; Undigested; Anorexia; Constipation ; Flatulence; Loss of taste; Gastritis; Intestinal spasms. Lower hemoglobin and hematocrit; Leukopenia; Agranulocytosis; Thrombocytopenia; Aplastic anemia ; Hemolytic anemia ; Backache; Leg pain, bone pain, joint edema and muscle pain; Urinary tract infections ; Slight increase in creatinine/urea. A cough; Nasal congestion; Sinusitis ; Shortness of breath and bronchitis; Epistaxis; Rhinitis; Hair loss; Dermatitis and dry skin; Light sensitivity; Itching, bruising, urticaria and rash. Impotent; Decreased sex drive; Polyuria, renal failure, nocturia and interstitial nephritis; Slight increase in liver function test/bilirubin; Intrahepatic cholestatic jaundice; Pancreatitis. Blurred vision, decreased vision, conjunctivitis, burning sensation and eye pain. Tinnitus ; Sweating; Increased blood glucose; Hyperlipidemia (high dose). If experiencing the above symptoms, the patient should stop using Bivitanpo 50 and notify the doctor or pharmacist for appropriate treatment.
6. Precautions when using Bivitanpo 50
Care should be taken when using Bivitanpo 50 for patients with liver failure, decreased intravascular volume and renal artery stenosis. Absolutely do not use when Bivitanpo 50 has signs of discoloration, mold, watery or expired. Drivers or workers who operate machinery should be careful when using Bivitanpo 50 because the drug can cause dizziness and headache. Read the instructions for use of Bivitanpo 50 carefully before taking it. Above is all information about Bivitanpo 50, patients need to carefully read the instructions for use, consult a doctor / pharmacist before using. Absolutely do not arbitrarily buy Bivitanpo 50 for home treatment because there may be unwanted side effects.
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