Bozetan Information

Bozetan is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Pulmonary Hypertension.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Bozetan. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Common side effects of Bozetan include Gastro-esophageal reflux disease, Diarrhoea, Hypersensitivity. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Bozetan as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Bozetan normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Bozetan's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. In addition, Bozetan's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Bozetan related warnings section.

Bozetan can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Bozetan in conditions like Liver Disease. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Bozetan contraindications section.

Drug reaction of Bozetan with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Bozetan is safe while driving, and is addiction.

Bozetan Benefits & Uses
Bozetan Dosage & How to Take
Bozetan Side Effects
Bozetan Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Bozetan with Other Drugs
Bozetan Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Bozetan
Bozetan Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Bozetan Benefits & Uses

Bozetan is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Pulmonary Hypertension

Bozetan Dosage & How to Take

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
Adult	Disease: Pulmonary Hypertension Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 62.5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Pulmonary Hypertension Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 62.5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Bozetan Related Warnings

Is the use of Bozetan safe for pregnant women?

Bozetan has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Bozetan without medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Bozetan safe during breastfeeding?

Bozetan may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Bozetan on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Bozetan on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Bozetan on the Liver?

You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Bozetan. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Bozetan on the Heart?

Bozetan can have moderate side effects on the heart. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Bozetan with Other Drugs

Bozetan should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Ritonavir

Norethindrone

Ethinyl Estradiol,Desogestrel

Ethinyl Estradiol,Levonorgestrel

Moderate

Tadalafil

Telmisartan,Amlodipine

Bozetan Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Bozetan unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Edema
Liver Disease
Anemia

Frequently asked Questions about Bozetan

Is this Bozetan habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Bozetan is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Bozetan since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Bozetan is safe as it does not bear any side effects.

Safe
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Bozetan is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Bozetan Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Bozetan

Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Bozetan together with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Bozetan

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Bozetan and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Tracleer® (bosentan)

Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA): Department of Health [Internet]. Governmet of Australia; Package leaflet information for the user; Bosleer (bosentan)