Treatan 8mg Tablet 14 'S

This drug is prescribed to patients with high blood pressure (the normal blood pressure of an adult is usually 120/80 mmHg) to reduce the strain on the heart muscles and allows the heart to pump blood at its normal pace.

Hypertension if left untreated can cause severe damage to the brain, heart, kidney, blood vessels, and other body organs. High blood pressure is also caused by the narrowing of the arteries (blood vessels that take blood to the organs) thus Treatan 8mg Tablet 14 'S helps prevent the decrease in the diameter of the vessels keeping them healthy and working efficiently.

How Does Treatan 8mg Tablet 14 'S Work

This medication belongs to a group of drugs known as Angiotensin II Receptor Blockers. Angiotensin is a natural hormone found in the body that works by narrowing the blood vessels in the human body. Treatan 8mg Tablet 14 'S works by inhibiting angiotensin from performing its duties and therefore preventing the narrowing of blood vessels and aiding the free and proper flow of blood to the organs and through the blood vessels.

Treatan 8mg Tablet 14 'S can be used to treat:

• High blood pressure 
• Heart failure

Dosage

Adult Dose

In adults, the standard dose of Treatan 8mg Tablet 14 'S is one tablet per day (8mg Once daily) which may be increased later to 16mg to 32mg for the management of hypertension.

Child Dose

In children between the ages of 6-17 years, the dosage may range from 2-16mg per day if the weight of the child is below 50kg and 4-32mg in cases where the weight of the child is above 50kg. Dosages may vary depending on the severity of each case and the weight of the child in question.

Treatan 8mg Tablet 14 'S is not to be used to treat heart failure in children under 18 years of age. It is advised to not stop treatment abruptly without consulting a doctor as the risk of heart failure and stroke is significantly increased without the drug.

Pregnancy Use And Lactation

Treatan 8mg Tablet 14 'S is not to be taken or prescribed to expecting and lactating mothers as it may have fatal consequences. If you are taking the drug and become pregnant, inform your doctor immediately. Small amounts of this drug can be transferred to the child through breast milk and therefore cause low blood pressure in the child thus Treatan 8mg Tablet 14 'S isn't recommended to lactating mothers. If you are planning to conceive and are taking losartan as treatment, then refer to the doctor. The physician is likely to change your medicine and dosage.

How To Use Treatan 8mg Tablet 14 'S

The medicine is ingested orally (by mouth) either with or without food and is to be taken with water, preferably same time each day.

• Back pain
• Dizziness
• Runny nose
• Sore throat
• Headaches
• Stomach problems (diarrhea, nausea, vomiting)

These effects tend to be mild and resolve in a few days of taking Treatan 8mg Tablet 14 'S.

Contraindications

Please tell your doctor if you have a history of any of the following before using Treatan 8mg Tablet 14 'S:

• Allergic reaction to losartan or any other drug or ingredient
• Severe hepatic impairment (liver damage)
• Cholestasis (decreased bile flow).
• Hyperkalemia (increased levels of potassium)
• Dehydration
• Potassium Supplements
• Renal impairment (kidney damage)
• Diabetes

Precautions

Please tell your doctor about any of the following conditions before using Treatan 8mg Tablet 14 'S:

• Intravascular volume depletion (reduced circulating blood volume)
• Anaesthesia
• Renal impairment (kidney damage)
• Haemodialysis (the process of purifying blood)
• Renal (kidney) artery stenosis (narrowing)
• Aortic or mitral stenosis (heart valve narrowing)
• Kidney transplant
• Obstructive hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (abnormal thickening of heart muscle)
• Severe congestive heart failure
• Mild to moderate hepatic impairment (liver damage)
• Primary hyperaldosteronism (excessive aldosterone production).

The doctor might ask patients to get their potassium levels and liver and kidney function tests done periodically while taking Treatan 8mg Tablet 14 'S

Please tell your doctor about the use of the following before using Treatan 8mg Tablet 14 'S:

• K+ -sparing diuretics (Spironolactone,Amiloride)
• K+ supplements
• NSAIDs (Aspirin, Ibuprofen,Naproxen)
• Lithium  (Prescribed for bipolar and/or depression)
• Skeletal muscle relaxants.
• Oral contraceptives 
• Other antihypertensives (for lowering increased blood pressure)

#1. How long does it take for Treatan 8mg Tablet 14 'S to start working?

This medicine takes up to 6 hours to lower raised blood pressure levels, in severe cases, it may take up to 3-6 weeks. You may not feel different right away hence, it's important you keep taking the medication.

#2. Can I consume alcohol with Treatan 8mg Tablet 14 'S?

Alcohol is also known to lower your blood pressure which if taken with the medication may lead to extreme dizziness. It is best to avoid the intake of alcohol during the course of your treatment.

#3. Can lifestyle changes help me with my condition?

Yes, you can adopt certain healthy lifestyle changes in order to help with high blood pressure. These include quitting smoking, avoiding alcohol, eating a wholesome diet consisting of fresh vegetables and fruits with the cut down on salt, and incorporating physical activity in your daily routine.

#4. Can I take Treatan 8mg Tablet 14 'S during my pregnancy?

No. This medication has been known to cause harm to the fetus and cause complications during your pregnancy. Hence, it is advised to consult your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant or may think you are pregnant.

#5. Is it safe to have Treatan 8mg Tablet 14 'S before undergoing any surgical procedure?

If the surgical procedure involves general anesthesia, the surgeon may ask the patient to stop their intake of the drug for 24 hours as general anesthesia also tends to lower blood pressure levels in a few patients. 

#6. Will Treatan 8mg Tablet 14 'S interfere with oral contraceptives?

There is no evidence showing that Treatan 8mg Tablet 14 'S causes any problems when taken along with oral contraceptives. Inform the doctor of the oral contraceptives being taken as a few contraceptive medicines are not recommended for women with high blood pressure.

#7. Can this medication affect kidneys?

Yes. This medicine has shown evidence of renal (kidney) impairment, especially in patients already suffering from chronic kidney diseases and severe heart failure.

#8. Can Treatan 8mg Tablet 14 'S cause dizziness? If so, how should I manage it?

Yes. It can cause dizziness as one of the most common side effects. If this happens, you should sit or lie down until the symptoms pass. However, please note this is temporary and usually goes away as the treatment continues. It is also advised to avoid the consumption of alcohol during the course of your treatment, as it may worsen the dizziness.