Bosentan Benefits & Uses

Bosentan is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Pulmonary Hypertension

Bosentan 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

Bosentan Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Bosentan is used -

Moderate

Increased Liver Enzymes
Edema
Anemia (Read More - Home Remedies for Anaemia)
Decreased blood pressure
Palpitations (fluttering in chest)

Mild

Headache
Flushing
Infection
Loss of consciousness
Muscle Ache (Read More - Home Remedies for Muscle Aches)

Common

Gastro-esophageal reflux disease
Diarrhoea
Hypersensitivity

Bosentan Related Warnings

Is the use of Bosentan safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Bosentan. If you are pregnant, do not take Bosentan without a doctor's advice.

Severe
Is the use of Bosentan safe during breastfeeding?

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

Severe
What is the effect of Bosentan on the Kidneys?

Bosentan has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Bosentan on the Liver?

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

Moderate
What is the effect of Bosentan on the Heart?

There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Bosentan. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Restart this medicine only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Bosentan with Other Drugs

Bosentan 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

Bosentan Contraindications

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

Edema
Liver Disease
Anemia

Frequently asked Questions about Bosentan

Is this Bosentan habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Bosentan has not been reported.

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

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Bosentan since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

There are no side effects of Bosentan, so it is safe for use.

Safe
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Bosentan cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Bosentan Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Bosentan

Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Bosentan, due to a lack of research on this.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Bosentan

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Bosentan with alcohol.

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)

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