Losartan is generally used in treatment of the treatment of high blood pressure.
Side effects
Back pain
Dizziness
Increased potassium level in blood
Sinus inflammation
How to use
Consume this medicine in the dosage and duration as per your doctors advise. While taking Losartan, swallow it completely without crushing, breaking or chewing it. Losartan is advised to be taken at a fixed time, but may be taken together with food (or) without food.
How it works
Losartan belongs to the category of angiotensin receptor blockers(ARB). It blocks the harmone angiotensin that helps relax the blood vessels and allow the blood to flow smoothly helping the heart to pump blood more efficiently.art to pump more efficiently.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Is Losartan a blood thinner? No, Losartan is from a class of medications called angiotensin II receptor antagonists. It works by blocking the action of certain natural substances that tighten the blood vessels, allowing the blood to flow more smoothly and the heart to pump more efficiently
Q. Is Losartan safe? Losartan is safe to use if so it is used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as per the advice of the doctor.
Q. Is Losartan the same as Losartan potassium? Yes. Losartan is available in the market as Losartan potassium. So, the salt form of Losartan contains potassium, however, check the bottle before use
Q. Is Losartan generic? Yes, it is the generic drug
Q. Is Losartan a water pill? No, it belongs to a class of medications called angiotensin II receptor antagonists
Q. Is Losartan gluten free? Yes. Losartan is gluten free. However, please refer to package insert of the prescribed brand before use
Q. Does Losartan contain potassium? Losartan is available in the market as Losartan potassium. So, the salt form of Losartan contains potassium, however, check the bottle before use
Q. Can I take Losartan with Benadryl/atenolol/Xanax/Viagra/Nyquil/metoprolol? Atenolol, metoprolol and Xanax may lower blood pressure when taken along with Losartan. No clinically observed drug interaction is observed with Viagra, Nyquil, and alcohol. Please follow doctor’s advice regarding its use
Q. Does Losartan cause constipation/infrequent urination/ drowsiness/ headache/ itching/ cough/ lower heart rate? Losartan causes headache, drowsiness. Constipation, infrequent urination, itching, cough and low heart rate are not reported. Patient should fallow doctor’s advice regarding the possible side effects.
Expert Advice
You have been prescribed Losartan to improve your blood pressure.Lowering blood pressure reduces the chance of future heart attack & stroke.It may also be used to treat chronic (long-standing) heart failure.It protects kidney function, which is especially useful for people with diabetes or mild-to-moderate kidney diseases.Losartan can make you feel dizzy for the first few days. Take it preferably at bedtime and rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.Losartan may cause the level of potassium in blood to go up. Avoid taking potassium supplements and potassium-rich foods such as banana and broccoli.Do not take Losartan during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Tell your doctor if you become pregnant while taking Losartan.
Product Details
SKU: PC-37889 Product Description: Cosart 25 mg Tablet is manufactured by Cipla Ltd Packing: Strip Condition: New Sold by: Pulse Pharmacy India Pvt. Ltd.