Contents
- 1 Overview
- 2 Usage
- 3 Frequently Asked Questions
- 4 How Do I Take It?
- 5 Precautions for LOSAR BETA-H TAB and its Constituents
- 6 Symptoms of Overdosage
- 7 Common Side-Effects
- 8 Serious Side-Effects
- 9 Rare Side-Effects
- 10 Food Interactions
- 11 Disease Interactions
- 12 Technical Classification
- 13 Available Alternatives for LOSAR BETA-H TAB
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Overview
LOSAR BETA-H TAB is a Schedule H drug.LOSAR BETA-H TAB is composed of: ATENOLOL (50.0 MG), LOSARTAN POTASSIUM (50.0 MG), HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE (12.5 MG)
Atenolol is a beta-blocker that affects the heart and circulation (blood flow through arteries and veins). Atenolol is used to treat angina (chest pain) and hypertension (high blood
Losartan keeps blood vessels from narrowing, which lowers blood pressure and improves blood flow.Losartan is used to slow long-term kidney damage in people with type 2 diabetes who also have high blood pressure.Losartan is an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB). It works by blocking the hormone angiotensin thereby relaxing blood vessels, allowing the blood to flow more smoothly and the heart to pump more efficiently.
HCTZ (hydrochlorothiazide) is a thiazide diuretic (water pill) that helps prevent your body from absorbing too much salt, which can cause fluid retention. HCTZ treats fluid retention (edema) in people with congestive heart failure, cirrhosis of the liver, or kidney disorders, or edema caused by taking steroids or estrogen. This medication is also used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Usage
ATENOLOL is generally used to treat: Stable Angina, HypertensionLOSARTAN POTASSIUM is generally used to treat: Hypertension, Diabetic Nephropathy
LOSARTAN POTASSIUM can address symptoms like: Shortness Of Breath, Chest Pain, Slow Or Irregular Breathing
HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE is generally used to treat: Edema, Hypertension
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is it safe on my liver?A: Not Safe
Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe
Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe
Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Ask your doctor
Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Studies indicate Risk – Doctor advice is must
Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe
How Do I Take It?
LOSAR BETA-H TAB is generally taken With Food.Precautions for LOSAR BETA-H TAB and its Constituents
- Take the tablet with water.
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Taking the drug after
meal is advisable to reduce chances of stomach upset. However, the drug can be taken empty stomach. - Never stop taking the drug without consulting your prescribing doctor. Abrupt cessation may cause severe health problems.
- Do not use if you are pregnant.
- You should not use this medication if you are allergic to losartan.
- If you have diabetes, do not use losartan together with any medication that contains aliskiren.
- Take losartan exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Follow all directions on your prescription label.
- Your doctor may occasionally change your dose to make sure you get the best results.
- Do not take this medicine in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
- Your blood pressure will need to be checked often.
- It may take 3 to 6 weeks of using losartan before your blood pressure is under control.
- Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.
- Drinking alcohol can further lower your blood pressure and may increase certain side effects of losartan.
- Avoid getting up too fast from a sitting or lying position, or you may feel dizzy. Get up slowly and steady yourself to prevent a fall.
Caution should be exercised in patients with
Symptoms of Overdosage
ATENOLOL over-dosage can result in: Slow Heart Rate (pulse), Shortness Of Breath, FaintingLOSARTAN POTASSIUM over-dosage can result in: Dizziness, Fainting
HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE over-dosage can result in: Nausea, Weakness (generalized), Dizziness, Dry Mouth, Increased Thirst
Common Side-Effects
ATENOLOL : Heart Failure, Bradycardia, Anxiety, Anxiety, Chest Pain, Chills, Cough, Dizziness, Fainting, Legs Pain, Noisy Breathing, Irregular Heartbeat, Fatigue (tiredness), Nausea, Vomit, Rapid Heart Rate (pulse), Eyes Blurred VisionLOSARTAN POTASSIUM : Insomnia, Heartburn, Indigestion, Fever, Runny Nose, Sneezing, Throat Soreness, Cold, Cough, Legs Pain, Head Headache, Abdomen Pain, Dizziness, Fatigue (tiredness), Difficulty Sleeping, Chills, Pale Skin, Nausea, Body Pain, Nasal Congestion, Back Pain, Belching, Body Loss Of Movement, Knees Joint Pain, Joint Pain, Eyes Pain, Abdomen Discomfort, Weight Gain
HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE : Diarrhoea, Abdomen Upset Stomach, Lightheadedness, Head Headache, Decreased Urination, Confusion, Irregular Heartbeat
Serious Side-Effects
LOSARTAN POTASSIUM : Anxiety, Depression, Blindness, Night Terrors, Hyperkalemia, Blood Or Red Colored Urine, Anxiety, Eyes Blurred Vision, Confusion, Difficulty Breathing, Pain With Urination, Rapid Heart Rate (pulse), Irregular Heartbeat, Frequent Urge To Urinate, Lower Back Pain, Hands Tingling, Feet Tingling, Shortness Of Breath, Slurred Speech, Loss Of Voice, Eyes Change In VisionHYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE : Eyes Decreased Night Vision, Eyes Pain
Rare Side-Effects
ATENOLOL : Hematuria (Blood In Urine), Blood Pressure, High, Back Pain, VomitingLOSARTAN POTASSIUM : Dry Skin, Skin Rash, Chest Pain, Arms Pain, Back Pain, Chest Discomfort, Lightheadedness, Difficulty Talking, Pounding Heart (pulse), Body Excessive Sweating, Jaws Pain, Face Swelling, Sudden Numbness Or Weakness On One Side Of Body, Legs Weakness, Ankles Joint Pain, Abdomen Bloating Or Fullness, Decreased Taste, Increased Passing Gas, Abdomen Painful Bowel Movements, Loss Of Appetite, Hair Loss, Hearing Loss, Weight Loss (unintentional), Body Discoloration
HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE : Body Itching, Face Swelling, Difficulty Breathing
Food Interactions
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Disease Interactions
HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE can interfere with: Anuria, Hypokalemia, Diarrhoea, Hyperaldosteronism, Hyponatremia, Magnesium Deficiency, Vomiting, Heart Arrhythmias, Acute Liver Failure, Lupus Erythematosus, Acute Renal Failure, Asthma, Diabetes Mellitus, Impaired Glucose Tolerance, Hyperlipidemia, Hyperparathyroidism, GoutTechnical Classification
ATENOLOL is categorized as: ANTIADRENERGIC AGENTS (CENTRAL) WITH THIAZIDES / ANTIHYPERTENSIVE COMBINATIONS / CARDIOVASCULAR AGENTSLOSARTAN POTASSIUM is categorized as: ANGIOTENSIN RECEPTOR BLOCKERS / CARDIOVASCULAR AGENTS
HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE is categorized as: THIAZIDE DIURETICS / DIURETICS / CARDIOVASCULAR AGENTS
Available Alternatives for LOSAR BETA-H TAB
What are the commonly available Substitutes?
LOSAR BETA-H TAB | INR 117.55 for 10 TABLETS | ATENOLOL 50.0 MG, LOSARTAN POTASSIUM 50.0 MG, HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE 12.5 MG |
REPALOL H 50MG/50MG/12.5MG TAB | INR 103 for 10 TABLETS | ATENOLOL 50.0 MG, LOSARTAN POTASSIUM 50.0 MG, HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE 12.5 MG |