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Covance 50 Tablet
- Manufactured by: Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
- Contains / Salt: Losartan (50 mg)
Covance 50 Tablet
Prescription Required
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- Manufactured by: Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
- Contains / Salt: Losartan (50 mg)
Seller: Apollo Pharmacy Limited
- This medicine is not available on Cash on Delivery(CoD)
Covance 50 Tablet Information
Covance 50 Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. High BP are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Covance 50 Tablet have also been explained below.
The optimal dosage of Covance 50 Tablet is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Covance 50 Tablet as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Covance 50 Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Covance 50 Tablet's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Covance 50 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Other contraindications of Covance 50 Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Covance 50 Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Covance 50 Tablet is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Covance 50 Tablet Benefits & Uses
Covance 50 Tablet is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
Covance 50 Tablet 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 |
|
| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
|
Covance 50 Tablet Related Warnings
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Is the use of Covance 50 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Covance can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Severe -
Is the use of Covance 50 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Covance as it bears very minor side effects for them.
Mild -
What is the effect of Covance 50 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Covance is completely safe for kidneys.
Safe -
What is the effect of Covance 50 Tablet on the Liver?
Covance may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
Mild -
What is the effect of Covance 50 Tablet on the Heart?
Covance is rarely harmful for the heart.
Mild
Severe Interaction of Covance 50 Tablet with Other Drugs
Covance 50 Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Covance 50 Tablet Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Covance 50 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Hyperkalemia
- Angioedema
Frequently asked Questions about Covance 50 Tablet
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Is this Covance 50 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Covance 50 Tablet is not addictive in nature.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Covance 50 Tablet as you may feel sleepy.
Dangerous -
Is it safe?
Yes, Covance 50 Tablet is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Covance 50 Tablet for mental disorders.
No
Covance 50 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Covance 50 Tablet
Covance 50 Tablet may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Mild -
Interaction between Alcohol and Covance 50 Tablet
Consuming Covance 50 Tablet with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Severe
Frequently asked Questions about Covance 50 Tablet
Question almost 3 years ago
Can Covance cause kidney failure?
Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician
Yes, Covance may affect the kidney function including kidney failure on discontinuation of treatment. It is a common side effect of this drug, so do not discontinue treatment own your own.
Question about 3 years ago
Can I take Covance without consulting a doctor?
Dr. K. M. Bhatt MBBS, PG Dip , General Physician
No, Covance is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful to the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation because it can cause very unpleasant side effects. Hence, the patient should seek doctors advice before taking this medication by himself or herself.
Question over 3 years ago
How to take Covance?
Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine
Take Covance once or twice a day as advised/prescribed by your doctor. It can be taken with or without food because food does not affect the absorption of drugs from the stomach.
Question almost 3 years ago
Does Covance cause hair loss?
Dr. Joydeep Sarkar MBBS , General Physician
No, Covance does not cause hair loss (alopecia). It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. If you are experiencing any unusual hair loss after taking this drug, then it might be due to some other reason and you are advised to discuss it with your doctor.
Question almost 3 years ago
Does Covance cause weight gain?
Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS , General Physician
No, Covance does not cause weight gain. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. If you are experiencing any unusual weight gain after taking this drug, then it might be due to some other reason and you are advised to discuss it with your doctor.
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References
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