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Fatedia is a brand name of Losartan, a drug often used alone or in combination to treat high blood pressure. In addition, doctors may also prescribe this medication for a number of other conditions. The use of the drug can last a lifetime, so to use the drug effectively and safely, it is essential to find out what the drug Fatedia has and what precautions to take.
1. What is Fatedia?
Fatedia is a brand name of Losartan that comes in film-coated tablet form, which can be used as part of combination therapy with other drugs to lower blood pressure.
Each Fatedia tablet contains 50mg of Losartan potassium and some other excipients including: Microcrystalline cellulose, corn starch, croscarmellose sodium, magnesium stearate, sodium starch glycolate, colloidal silicon dioxide, purified water, opadry white 33G2877.
2. What is the effect of the drug Fatedia?
The ingredient Losartan in Fatedia belongs to a class of drugs called angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs). The drugs in this group are all similar in action and therapeutic effects.
Losartan's mechanism of action is to block the action of Angiotensin II - a chemical in the body that causes blood vessels to constrict and narrow. As a result, the drug can dilate and widen blood vessels, thereby reducing blood pressure.
In summary, thanks to the effects on the drug Fatedia is indicated for use in specific cases including:
Treatment of high blood pressure Reducing the risk of stroke in adults with hypertension and left ventricular hypertrophy (LVH). This is a condition that causes the walls of the left ventricle to thicken. People with type 2 diabetic kidney disease (one of the kidney complications caused by long-term high blood sugar) have had or are experiencing high blood sugar. blood pressure.
3. How to use Fatedia?
Take Fatedia tablets with a full glass of water, with or without food.
The dose your doctor prescribes depends on the following factors:
Age Weight Type and extent of the condition being indicated. Any other medical conditions you have. Usually the dose will be started at the lowest level, then gradually increased until response and maintained at the smallest effective dose.
The information below is a commonly used or recommended dosage. However, make sure to follow the dose prescribed by your doctor.
In the treatment of hypertension, the usual starting dose is 1 Fatedia 50 mg tablet once daily in most patients. The maximum therapeutic effect is achieved after 3 to 6 weeks of use. Used alone or in combination with other antihypertensive agents depending on the patient's condition. A dose of 25 mg per day can be used if the patient is at risk of intravascular fluid loss, is taking diuretics, or has liver failure.
When drugs are used to reduce stroke risk in hypertensive patients with LVH, the usual starting dose is also 1 Fatedia tablet once daily. The dose may be increased to 2 tablets depending on response to the drug. When used in hypertensive patients with type 2 diabetes with proteinuria greater than 0.5g/day, the initial dose is 50mg/time/day, then it can be increased to 100mg/time/day depending on response. . Fatedia can be used with insulin and other hypoglycemic agents.
Fatedia is used for long term treatment. There can be serious risks if you do not take your medicine as directed.
If you don't take your medicine or don't take it on schedule: your blood pressure will stay high. This increases the risk of stroke or heart attack. If you miss a dose: Take it as soon as you remember. If it's only a few hours until your next dose, wait and take only one dose at that time. If you overdose, you may have symptoms such as: Feeling your heart pounding Dizziness If symptoms are severe, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room right away.
To know if the medicine is working, the doctor will monitor the patient's blood pressure during the physical examination or can also self-check the blood pressure at home.
Do not stop taking your medicine without telling your doctor. Stopping suddenly can cause blood pressure to rise rapidly and increase your risk of heart attack or stroke.
Fatedia should not be used in the following contraindications:
Severe liver failure Pregnant women, especially in the first and last 3 months of pregnancy Have a history of allergy to Losartan or any other ingredient of the drug Store Fatedia in a dry place below 30°C. Protect from light and keep out of reach of children.
4. Warnings when using the drug Fatedia
4.1 Warnings for patients with a history of angioedema In patients with a history of angioedema (swelling of the face, lips, throat, tongue), this drug should be carefully monitored if this drug must be used.
4.2 Alcohol Interaction Warning Drinking alcoholic beverages while taking Fatedia may cause a sedative effect. This means you may experience delayed reflexes, poor judgment, and drowsiness. This effect can be dangerous if you drive or use other machinery.
Alcohol can also increase the blood pressure lowering effect of the drug causing the risk of blood pressure falling too low.
4.3 Low blood pressure warning Fatedia can cause low blood pressure, making you dizzy, feeling like fainting. If this happens, lie down and call your doctor right away.
4.4 Warning for people with certain health conditions People with kidney problems: This drug may make kidney disease worse. Symptoms of more severe kidney disease include:
Swelling in the hands and feet Unexplained weight gain People with liver problems: If there are liver problems, the body will not break down Losartan as effectively as it should. For this reason, your doctor may reduce the starting dose.
People with diabetes and taking Aliskiren : Fatedia should not be taken if you have diabetes and are taking a medicine called Aliskiren to lower blood pressure. Taking both medicines may increase your risk of side effects from Fatedia. Side effects include low blood pressure, high levels of potassium in the blood, and kidney damage. If this is the case, talk to your doctor before you start taking Fatedia.
4.5 Warning to other groups Lactation: It is not known whether Losartan passes into breast milk. If so, it will most likely cause side effects in a breastfed baby.
For the elderly: because the ability to process the drug may be slower. Therefore, a normal adult dose may cause levels of this medicine to be higher than normal. A different schedule or low dose may need to be considered.
Children: Do not use Fatedia for children under 6 years old.
5. Drug interactions and side effects of Fatedia
5.1 Drug Interactions Fatedia may interact with a number of other drugs. Different interactions can cause different effects. The list below does not include all drugs that may interact with Fatedia.
So, before you get a prescription, be sure to tell your doctor and pharmacist about all prescription, over-the-counter and other medicines you take including vitamins, herbs, supplements power.
Lithium Other blood pressure drugs Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) Rifampin Diuretics Drugs or potassium supplements 5.2 Side effects Fatedia medicine can cause mild or serious side effects. The list below includes some of the main side effects that can occur with the medication.
More common side effects that may occur with this medicine include:
Upper respiratory tract infection Dizziness Nasal congestion Back pain Diarrhea Fatigue Low blood sugar Chest tightness High or low blood pressure Effects These usually go away within a few days or weeks, if they persist or become more severe tell your doctor.
Serious side effects of Fatedia , if you have any of the following signs, call your doctor immediately or go to the nearest medical facility.
High blood potassium levels: arrhythmia, muscle weakness Allergic reactions: swelling of face, throat, lips, Low blood pressure: dizziness, fainting Kidney disease: swelling hands/legs Unexplained weight gain Name This booklet does not cover all possible side effects of Fatedia .
For more information or advice on how to deal with a worrisome side effect, talk to your doctor or pharmacist.
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