Diosart 10 mg (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 5.00 (3 x 10: ৳ 150.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 50.00
Medicine Details
Category | Details |
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Generic | Olmesartan medoxomil |
Company | Labaid pharma ltd |
Also available as |
Indications
- Treatment of hypertension
- Can be used alone or in combination with other antihypertensive agents
Pharmacology
- Blocks the vasoconstrictor effects of angiotensin II
- Stimulation of synthesis and release of aldosterone
- Cardiac stimulation and renal reabsorption of sodium
Dosage & Administration
- Usual recommended starting dose of 20 mg once daily
- Dose may be increased to 40 mg for further reduction in blood pressure
- No initial dosage adjustment recommended for elderly patients or patients with moderate to marked renal impairment
Interaction
- No significant drug interactions reported with digoxin or warfarin
- Bioavailability not altered by the co-administration of antacids
- Angiotensin II receptor antagonists may be attenuated by NSAIDs
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to any component of the product
Side Effects
- Well tolerated with adverse reaction incidence similar to placebo
- Most common adverse reaction is dizziness
- Other adverse reactions include back pain, bronchitis, diarrhea, headache, hyperglycemia, and cough
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Discontinue product when pregnancy is detected
- Can cause injury and even death to the developing fetus
- Potential for adverse effects on the nursing infant
Precautions & Warnings
- Changes in renal function anticipated in susceptible individuals treated with the product
- Treatment associated with oliguria, progressive azotemia, and acute renal failure
Overdose Effects
- Likely effects of overdose include hypotension and tachycardia
- Clinically significant hypotension requires active support of the cardiovascular system
Therapeutic Class
- Angiotensin-II receptor blocker
Storage Conditions
- Store in cool & dry place below 30°C
- Protect from light & moisture
- Keep out of the reach of children
Chemical Structure
- Molecular Formula: C29H30N6O6
Common Questions about Diosart 10 mg Tablet
- Used to treat high blood pressure
- Average time to reach peak effect is around 1 day to 1 week
- Generally used once or twice a day
- Orally consumed
- Should be stored at room temperature away from heat and direct light