Contents
- 1 Overview
- 2 Usage
- 3 Frequently Asked Questions
- 4 Precautions for LOSIUM 50MG TAB and its Constituents
- 5 Symptoms of Overdosage
- 6 Common Side-Effects
- 7 Serious Side-Effects
- 8 Rare Side-Effects
- 9 Disease Interactions
- 10 Technical Classification
- 11 Available Alternatives for LOSIUM 50MG TAB
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Overview
LOSIUM 50MG TAB is a Schedule H drug.LOSIUM 50MG TAB is composed of: LOSARTAN POTASSIUM (50 MG)
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.
Usage
LOSARTAN POTASSIUM is generally used to treat: Hypertension, Diabetic NephropathyLOSARTAN POTASSIUM can address symptoms like: Shortness Of Breath, Chest Pain, Slow Or Irregular Breathing
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is it safe on my liver?A: Not Safe
Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first
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
Precautions for LOSIUM 50MG TAB and its Constituents
- 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.
Symptoms of Overdosage
LOSARTAN POTASSIUM over-dosage can result in: Dizziness, FaintingCommon Side-Effects
LOSARTAN 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 GainSerious 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 VisionRare Side-Effects
LOSARTAN 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 DiscolorationDisease Interactions
LOSARTAN POTASSIUM can interfere with: Diabetes Mellitus, Hyponatremia, Congestive Heart Disease, Angioedema, Hyperkalemia, Acute Renal Failure, Acute Liver Failure, Bile Duct DiseaseTechnical Classification
LOSARTAN POTASSIUM is categorized as: ANGIOTENSIN RECEPTOR BLOCKERS / CARDIOVASCULAR AGENTSAvailable Alternatives for LOSIUM 50MG TAB
What are the commonly available Substitutes?
LOSAREP 50MG TAB | INR 49 for 10 TABLETS | LOSARTAN POTASSIUM 50 MG |
LOSIUM 50MG TAB | INR 57 for 10 TABLETS | LOSARTAN POTASSIUM 50 MG |
REPACE 50MG TAB | INR 64 for 10 TABLETS | LOSARTAN POTASSIUM 50 MG |
ROSART TAB | INR for | LOSARTAN POTASSIUM 50 MG |
SARTAN TAB | INR 38.9 for 10 TABLETS | LOSARTAN POTASSIUM 50 MG |
What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?
DIPRESS HL TAB | LOSARTAN POTASSIUM 50 MG, HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE 12.5 MG, AMLODIPINE BESILATE 5 MG | |
GIFTAN-HC TAB | INR 34 for 10 TABLETS | LOSARTAN POTASSIUM 50 MG, HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE 12.5 MG |
LOSAKIND H TAB | INR 19.9 for 10 TABLETS | LOSARTAN POTASSIUM 50 MG, HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE 12.5 MG |
LOSARTAN POTASSIUM | LOSARTAN POTASSIUM | |
NUSAR -H TAB | INR 44.5 for 10 TABLETS | LOSARTAN POTASSIUM 25 MG, HYDROCHLORTHIAZIDE 12.5 MG |
NUSAR- AM TAB | INR 65 for 10 TABLETS | LOSARTAN POTASSIUM 50 MG, S-AMLODIPINE 5 MG |
REPACE -H TAB | INR 75 for 10 TABLETS | LOSARTAN POTASSIUM 50 MG, HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE 12.5 MG |
REPACE 100MG TAB | INR 99 for 10 TABLETS | LOSARTAN POTASSIUM 100 MG |
REPACE 25MG TAB | INR 34.7 for 10 TABLETS | LOSARTAN POTASSIUM 25 MG |
REPACE-AF TAB | INR 67 for 10 TABLETS | LOSARTAN POTASSIUM 50 MG, AMLODIPINE BESILATE 5 MG |
REPALOL FC-TAB | INR 82 for 10 TABLETS | ATENOLOL 50 MG, LOSARTAN POTASSIUM 50 MG |
TOZAAR 25MG TAB | INR 26 for 10 TABLETS | LOSARTAN POTASSIUM 25 MG |
TOZAAR-H TAB | INR 73 for 10 TABLETS | LOSARTAN POTASSIUM 50 MG, HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE 12.5 MG |