REPACE -H TAB

Overview

REPACE -H TAB is a Schedule H drug.

REPACE -H TAB is composed of: LOSARTAN POTASSIUM (50 MG), HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE (12.5 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.

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

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

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

How Do I Take It?

REPACE -H TAB is generally taken With Food.

Precautions for REPACE -H 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.

Caution should be exercised in patients with history of diabetes, gout, asthma or kidney, liver, thyroid disease, any allergy, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. It may cause dizziness or blurred vision, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication. Avoid alcohol consumption. It may raise blood sugar level, monitor sugar level regularly while taking this medication. Monitor kidney function, blood pressure and electrolyte levels while taking this medication.

Symptoms of Overdosage

LOSARTAN 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

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
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 Vision
HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE : Eyes Decreased Night Vision, Eyes Pain

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
HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE : Body Itching, Face Swelling, Difficulty Breathing

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, Gout

Technical Classification

LOSARTAN POTASSIUM is categorized as: ANGIOTENSIN RECEPTOR BLOCKERS / CARDIOVASCULAR AGENTS
HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE is categorized as: THIAZIDE DIURETICS / DIURETICS / 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 Daily	46%
Morning	43%
Others	5%

How long was it prescribed?

90 Days	45%
30 Days	27%
180 Days	18%

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

12 to 18yrs	4%
35 to 50yrs	12%
50 to 60yrs	20%
60 to 70yrs	24%
70yrs and above	40%

What is the gender-breakup across patients?

Females

50%

What kind of doctors prescribe this medicine?

Physician	47%
Cardiologist	26%
Neurologist	15%
Internist	6%
General Practitioner	3%
Endocrinologist	3%

Most common Medicines advised along-side?

ECOSPRIN TAB 75MG	30%
UPRISE D3 60K	11%

Most common Diagnostic/Lab Tests advised along-side?

LFT (SCREENING)	11%
SERUM URIC ACID (SEROLOGY)	11%

Available Alternatives for REPACE -H TAB

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

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
REPACE -H TAB	INR 75 for 10 TABLETS	LOSARTAN POTASSIUM 50 MG, HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE 12.5 MG
TOZAAR-H TAB	INR 73 for 10 TABLETS	LOSARTAN POTASSIUM 50 MG, HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE 12.5 MG

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

DIPRESS HL TAB

LOSARTAN POTASSIUM 50 MG, HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE 12.5 MG, AMLODIPINE BESILATE 5 MG