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.
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Substitutes
List of substitutes for Revas 0.5 MG Tablet
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Revas 0.5 MG Tablet
- Stomach pain
- Chills
- Difficulty or painful urination
- Fast heartbeat
- Back pain
- Chest tightness
- Dizziness
- Weakness in arms, hands, legs or feet
- Nasal congestion
- Sore throat
- Acid or sour stomach
- Heartburn
Uses of Revas 0.5 MG Tablet
What is it prescribed for?
- Hypertension
- Diabetic Nephropathy
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Concerns
Commonly asked questions
- Onset of actionThe peak effect of this medicine can be observed in 1 to 1.5 hours.
- Duration of effectThis medicine is excreted largely in faeces and the effect lasts for a duration of approximately 24 hours.
- Safe with alcohol?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.
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.
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.
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.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol
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
Dexamethasone
Aliskiren
Captopril
Insulin
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medicines
Disease interactions
Congestive heart failure
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.
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.
Miscelleneous
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
Classification
Category
Angiotensin receptor blockers
Schedule
Schedule H
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