Diu-Tansin Tablet 50mg/12.5mg

About Diu-Tansin Tablet 50mg/12.5mg

Diu-Tansin Tablet Uses

• High blood pressure not controlled on a single medicine
• Long term blood pressure management
• Reducing strain on the heart from sustained hypertension
• Lowering risk of stroke linked to uncontrolled blood pressure

Diu-Tansin Tablet Benefits

• Combines two different mechanisms for stronger blood pressure control
• Losartan protects the kidneys in people with diabetes and hypertension
• Hydrochlorothiazide helps remove excess fluid and sodium
• Once daily dosing supports better long term adherence

What Experts Say

Losartan blocks the angiotensin II receptor to relax blood vessels, while hydrochlorothiazide helps the kidneys remove extra salt and water from the body. Together they lower blood pressure more effectively than either drug used alone at a similar dose, without needing two separate tablets.

Physicians usually start with a single blood pressure medicine and add this combination when readings stay high despite lifestyle changes and initial treatment. Regular monitoring of blood pressure, kidney function, and electrolytes is advised during treatment, particularly in the first few months after starting or adjusting the dose.

Hypertension is widely underdiagnosed and often picked up late in routine checkups here, so cardiologists and general physicians frequently step up to a combination tablet like this one once single drug therapy fails to bring readings to target. Many patients continue this combination for years alongside diet and exercise changes.

Drug Class

• Angiotensin II receptor blocker plus thiazide diuretic combination
• Antihypertensive

Diu-Tansin Tablet 50mg/12.5mg formula

• Losartan Potassium
• Hydrochlorothiazide

Available forms

• Tablet

How to use Diu-Tansin Tablet 50mg/12.5mg?

• Take one tablet daily at the same time each day
• Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water
• Take with or without food as advised
• Continue taking it even if blood pressure feels normal
• Get blood pressure and kidney function checked regularly

Drug Interactions

• Potassium Supplements Or Potassium Sparing Diuretics: Combined use can raise potassium to unsafe levels.
• NSAIDs: Regular use of NSAIDs can reduce the blood pressure lowering effect and stress the kidneys.
• Lithium: This combination can raise lithium levels in the blood to a toxic range.
• Other Blood Pressure Medicines: Combining with additional antihypertensives can cause blood pressure to drop too low.
• Diabetes Medicines: Dose adjustments may be needed since the diuretic component can affect blood sugar.

Risks and warnings

• Pregnancy: Avoid use during pregnancy since it can harm the developing baby.
• Kidney Impairment: Use with caution and regular monitoring in people with reduced kidney function.
• Low Blood Pressure: Dizziness or fainting can occur, especially after the first few doses.
• Electrolyte Imbalance: The diuretic component can lower potassium and sodium levels.
• Gout: Hydrochlorothiazide can raise uric acid and trigger gout flares in susceptible people.
• Diabetes: Blood sugar should be monitored since thiazides can affect glucose control.

Diu-Tansin Tablet Side Effects

• Dizziness
• Headache
• Fatigue
• Low blood pressure
• Increased urination
• Muscle cramps
• Mild electrolyte changes

Storage Conditions

• Store below 30°C in a dry place
• Keep the strip inside its original packaging
• Protect from moisture and direct light
• Keep out of reach of children.