SORTIVA H 50/12.5mg 30 tab

SORTIVA H 50/12.5 mg Tablets (30 tablets) Active Ingredients: Losartan Potassium 50 mg (Angiotensin II Receptor Blocker – ARB) Hydrochlorothiazide 12.5 mg (Thiazide Diuretic) Therapeutic Class: Antihypertensive combination Dosage Form: Oral tablet Indications:SORTIVA H is indicated for the treatment of: Essential hypertension in patients not adequately controlled with monotherapy May reduce the risk of stroke and other cardiovascular events by effectively lowering blood pressure Useful in patients requiring both a diuretic and an ARB Mechanism of Action: Losartan blocks the angiotensin II receptor (AT1), leading to vasodilation, decreased aldosterone secretion, and reduced blood pressure Hydrochlorothiazide increases sodium and water excretion by inhibiting sodium reabsorption in the distal tubules, thereby reducing plasma volume and blood pressure Dosage and Administration: Usual adult dose: One tablet once daily Can be taken with or without food Not recommended for initial treatment of hypertension; intended for patients whose blood pressure is not adequately controlled with either component alone Warnings and Precautions: Contraindicated during pregnancy (especially 2nd and 3rd trimesters) Use with caution in patients with renal impairment, hepatic dysfunction, or electrolyte imbalance Monitor blood pressure, serum potassium, renal function, and electrolytes regularly Avoid excessive exposure to sunlight (due to risk of photosensitivity from hydrochlorothiazide) Side Effects:Common: dizziness, fatigue, headache, cough, increased urination Less common: low blood pressure, electrolyte disturbances (e.g. hypokalemia), elevated uric acid or blood glucose, rashStorage: Store below 30°C in a dry place, protected from light. Keep out of reach of children.