REPACE 25MG TAB

Overview

REPACE 25MG TAB is a Schedule H drug.

REPACE 25MG TAB is composed of: LOSARTAN POTASSIUM (25 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 Nephropathy
LOSARTAN 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 REPACE 25MG 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, Fainting

Common 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 Gain

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 Vision

Rare 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 Discoloration

Disease Interactions

LOSARTAN POTASSIUM can interfere with: Diabetes Mellitus, Hyponatremia, Congestive Heart Disease, Angioedema, Hyperkalemia, Acute Renal Failure, Acute Liver Failure, Bile Duct Disease

Technical Classification

LOSARTAN POTASSIUM is categorized as: ANGIOTENSIN RECEPTOR BLOCKERS / CARDIOVASCULAR AGENTS

Prescription Statistics

Following information is taken from treatment plans advised by our doctors. This is Only for informational purpose and you must seek doctor’s advice if you are not well.

How Frequently is it taken?

Once Daily41%
Morning23%
2 Times Daily16%
Evening9%
Before Sleeping7%

How long was it prescribed?

90 Days60%
60 Days20%
30 Days13%

What is the break-up across patient age-group?

35 to 50yrs7%
50 to 60yrs10%
60 to 70yrs28%
70yrs and above55%

What is the gender-breakup across patients?

Females43%

What kind of doctors prescribe this medicine?

Cardiologist58%
Physician28%
Endocrinologist10%
Neurologist3%
Neurosurgeon3%

Most common Medicines advised along-side?

ECOSPRIN TAB 75MG25%
LANTUS INJ11%
PAN 40MG TAB11%
LASIX TAB 40MG11%

Most common Diagnostic/Lab Tests advised along-side?

CBC (HEMATOLOGY)23%
ECG (ELECTROPHYSIOLOGY)18%
KFT (SCREENING)16%
FBS (BIOCHEMISTRY)16%

Available Alternatives for REPACE 25MG TAB

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

REPACE 25MG TABINR 34.7 for 10 TABLETSLOSARTAN POTASSIUM 25 MG
TOZAAR 25MG TABINR 26 for 10 TABLETSLOSARTAN POTASSIUM 25 MG

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

DIPRESS HL TABLOSARTAN POTASSIUM 50 MG, HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE 12.5 MG, AMLODIPINE BESILATE 5 MG
GIFTAN-HC TABINR 34 for 10 TABLETSLOSARTAN POTASSIUM 50 MG, HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE 12.5 MG
LOSAKIND H TABINR 19.9 for 10 TABLETSLOSARTAN POTASSIUM 50 MG, HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE 12.5 MG
LOSAREP 50MG TABINR 49 for 10 TABLETSLOSARTAN POTASSIUM 50 MG
LOSARTAN POTASSIUMLOSARTAN POTASSIUM
LOSIUM 50MG TABINR 57 for 10 TABLETSLOSARTAN POTASSIUM 50 MG
NUSAR -H TABINR 44.5 for 10 TABLETSLOSARTAN POTASSIUM 25 MG, HYDROCHLORTHIAZIDE 12.5 MG
NUSAR- AM TABINR 65 for 10 TABLETSLOSARTAN POTASSIUM 50 MG, S-AMLODIPINE 5 MG
REPACE -H TABINR 75 for 10 TABLETSLOSARTAN POTASSIUM 50 MG, HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE 12.5 MG
REPACE 100MG TABINR 99 for 10 TABLETSLOSARTAN POTASSIUM 100 MG
REPACE 50MG TABINR 64 for 10 TABLETSLOSARTAN POTASSIUM 50 MG
REPACE-AF TABINR 67 for 10 TABLETSLOSARTAN POTASSIUM 50 MG, AMLODIPINE BESILATE 5 MG
REPALOL FC-TABINR 82 for 10 TABLETSATENOLOL 50 MG, LOSARTAN POTASSIUM 50 MG
ROSART TABINR for LOSARTAN POTASSIUM 50 MG
SARTAN TABINR 38.9 for 10 TABLETSLOSARTAN POTASSIUM 50 MG
TOZAAR-H TABINR 73 for 10 TABLETSLOSARTAN POTASSIUM 50 MG, HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE 12.5 MG