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Revas 0.5 MG Tablet

Manufacturer
Alembic Ltd.
Composition
Losartan
Prescription
Required

Description

Revas 0.5 MG Tablet is used in the treatment of high blood pressure and other heart complications. You are advised to take this medicine with a proper diet and regular exercise regimen for an optimal control of the blood pressure. This medicine is not recommended for use in children less than 6 years of age.

Uses of Revas 0.5 MG Tablet

What is it prescribed for?

  • Hypertension

    Revas 0.5 MG Tablet is used in the treatment of Hypertension which is an increase in the blood pressure caused by genetic and/or environmental factors.

  • Diabetic Nephropathy

    Revas 0.5 MG Tablet is used in the treatment of diabetic nephropathy, a kidney disease which is a complication of diabetes mellitus.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Revas 0.5 MG Tablet

  • Stomach painsevere
  • Chillssevere
  • Difficulty or painful urinationsevere
  • Fast heartbeatsevere
  • Back painsevere
  • Chest tightnesssevererare
  • Dizzinesssevererare
  • Weakness in arms, hands, legs or feetsevererare
  • Nasal congestion
  • Sore throat
  • Acid or sour stomach
  • Heartburn
SEVERE
Contact your doctor immediately if any of these symptoms are experienced on a regular basis.
RARE
Observed in a small fraction of population.
This is not an exhaustive list of side effects. Please inform your doctor if you experience any adverse reaction to the medication.

Highlights

Commonly asked questions for Revas 0.5 MG Tablet

Onset of action

The peak effect of this medicine can be observed in 1 to 1.5 hours.

Duration of effect

This medicine is excreted largely in faeces and the effect lasts for a duration of approximately 24 hours.

Safe with alcohol?

moderate
Consumption of alcohol is not recommended during treatment with this medicine due to the increased risk of side effects such as dizziness, lightheadedness, and fainting. It is advised that you do not perform any activities that require high mental alertness such as driving a vehicle or operating machinery if you consume alcohol during treatment with this medicine.

Is it habit forming?

No habit forming tendency has been reported.

Usage in pregnancy?

This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women except in life-threatening conditions. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may prescribe a safer alternative based on your clinical condition.

Usage while breast-feeding?

This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may advise you to discontinue breastfeeding or to discontinue the drug based on your clinical condition.

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When not to use?

Contraindications of Revas 0.5 MG Tablet

  • Allergy

    This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to losartan or any other angiotensin receptor blocker.

  • Aliskiren

    Coadministration of aliskiren and this medicine is not recommended due to the increased risk of serious adverse effects. This risk is especially higher in the elderly population and in patients with diabetes and kidney diseases.

Dosage

  • Missed Dose

    The missed dose should be taken as soon possible. It is advisable to skip the missed dose if it's already time for your next scheduled dose.

  • Overdose

    Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of overdose.

Interactions

All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.

Interaction with Alcoholmoderate

  • Description

    - Use of Revas 0.5 MG Tablet with alcohol will have an additive effect in lowering the blood pressure.

  • Instructions

    - Consumption of alcohol is not recommended during treatment with this medicine due to the increased risk of side effects such as dizziness, lightheadedness, and fainting. It is advised that you do not perform any activities that require high mental alertness such as driving a vehicle or operating machinery if you consume alcohol during treatment with this medicine.

Interaction with Medicine

Disease interactions

  • Congestive heart failure

    moderate
    This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients with congestive heart failure due to the increased risk of renal impairment and worsening of the patient's condition. Close monitoring of heart function, blood pressure, and kidney function is recommended for such patients. Replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.

Food interactions

  • Information not available.

Lab interactions

  • Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.

General Instructions

Take Revas 0.5 MG Tablet with or without food. Do not take in larger amounts than advised. Inform the doctor if you experience any undesirable effects.

Warnings

Warnings for special population

  • Pregnancy

    - This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women except in life-threatening conditions. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may prescribe a safer alternative based on your clinical condition.

  • Breast-feeding

    - This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may advise you to discontinue breastfeeding or to discontinue the drug based on your clinical condition.

General warnings

  • Hypotension

    - Symptomatic hypotension may occur in patients with volume depletion or patients who are treated with high-dose diuretics. It is advised to correct this condition before initiating treatment with this medicine or start the treatment at the lowest effective dose.

  • Hyperkalemia

    - This medicine may increase the potassium levels in the blood (hyperkalemia). This may cause serious side effects such as fatal cardiac rhythm irregularities. It is advised to avoid potassium-rich foods (potatoes, bananas) and other medicines that may increase potassium levels (ACE inhibitors and potassium supplements) during treatment with this medicine.

  • Impaired liver function

    - Revas 0.5 MG Tablet is not recommended for use in patients with severe hepatic failure.

  • Pediatric population

    - The safety and efficacy of Revas 0.5 MG Tablet have not been established in children aged below 6 years. This medicine is not recommended for use in children with GFR less than 30 ml/min.

Other details

  • Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor
  • To be taken as instructed by doctor
  • May cause sleepiness

How it works

This medicine relaxes the blood vessels and promotes the smooth flow of blood. This results in a reduction of the blood pressure.

Legal Status

Approved
Approved
Approved
Approved

Classification

Category
Angiotensin receptor blockers
Schedule
Schedule H

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Information on this page was last updated on 13 May 2018

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