Metosartan, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Other than this, Metosartan has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Metosartan. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Metosartan are Headache, Dizziness, Weakness. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Metosartan can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Metosartan are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Metosartan's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Safe while nursing. Warnings related to Metosartan's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Diabetes, Congestive Heart Failure (CHF), Angioedema must refrain from the use of Metosartan since this can cause severe adverse effects.
Drug reaction of Metosartan with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Metosartan, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Metosartan is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| Geriatric |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Metosartan is used -
Severe
Common
Is the use of Metosartan safe for pregnant women?
Metosartan can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Metosartan safe during breastfeeding?
Metosartan is safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Metosartan on the Kidneys?
Metosartan may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Metosartan on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Metosartan. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Metosartan only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Metosartan on the Heart?
Metosartan may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Metosartan should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Metosartan unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Metosartan habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Metosartan is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Metosartan as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Metosartan is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Metosartan in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Metosartan
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Metosartan with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Metosartan
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Metosartan with alcohol.
No, Metosartan is not bad for kidneys. In fact, it protects the kidneys, thus, it is suitable for people with diabetes and mild-to-moderate kidney disease.
Metosartan is available in the form of tablets. A tablet is usually taken once a day, with or without food because food affects the absorption of this drug. It should be taken at exactly the same time every time to avoid skipping the dose. Metosartan might start showing the effects between 2 to 4 weeks, therefore, it is important to continue taking it even when you feel well. One should take Metosartan exactly as prescribed by their doctor.
Yes, Metosartan causes hyperkalemia (high amount of potassium in the blood). Therefore, monitoring of blood potassium levels is important during Metosartan therapy.
No, Metosartan doesn't cause a headache. However, if you experience a headache while using Metosartan, please consult your doctor without any delay.
Metosartan contains telmisartan which is an antihypertensive drug that works by preventing a chemical (angiotensin II) to bind with a receptor. This causes relaxation of blood vessels, it also prevents the synthesis and release of aldosterone (a hormone whose hyperactivity results in high blood pressure). In this way Metosartan decreases the blood pressure.
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