LOSARTAN
LOSARTAN CHEMICAL FORMULA :
C22H23ClN6O
LOSARTAN USES :
used to treat:
high blood pressure (hypertension)
reduce the risk of
stroke
diabetic
nephropathy
LOSARTAN MECHANISM OF ACTION :
LOSARTAN is an angiotensin II receptor (ARBs) antagonist.
angiotensin II receptor found in
vascular smooth muscle
adrenal gland
angiotensin II receptor role is
vasoconstrictor
stimulates synthesis and release
of aldosterone
blockage of angiotensin II receptor results:
relax
your veins and arteries to lower your blood pressure
blood
can flow more easily
LOSARTAN RECOMMENDED DOSAGE :
(This is ideal dose for your knowledge.Do not
take without consult your DOCTOR or PHARMACIST)
As per body weight,condition
ADULT DOSE OF LOSARTAN:
50 mg orally once a day
LOSARTAN ADVISE:
SCHEDULE
H PRESCRIPTION DRUG-mean- Not
to be sold by retail without the prescription of a Registered Medical Practitioner.
Do not take LOSARTAN if you have ever
allergic reaction.
Do not stop taking LOSARTAN without
consulting your doctor even if your blood pressure is controlled. Stopping it
suddenly may increase your blood pressure very high.
LOSARTAN does not cure high blood
pressure but controls it. So, you may have to take the medicine lifetime.
Tell your doctor if you have ever had:
heart problem
kidney disease
liver disease
You should check your potassium levels in blood while
you’re taking this drug.
Stop
taking losartan if you become pregnant / plan to become pregnant / breastfeeding.
LOSARTAN AVAILABILITY :
Tablet
LOSARTAN SIDE EFFECT :
Back Pain
Diarrhea
Body Aches
Muscle Pain
Headache
Dizziness
Nausea
LOSARTAN DRUG INTERACTION :
Lithium
Celecoxib
Rifampin
Fluconazole
Diuretics like:
Amiloride
Spironolactone
Nsaids like:
Ibuprofen
Naproxen
LOSARTAN MARKETED WITH OTHER DRUGS:
Losartan Potassium + Amlodipine
Losartan Potassium + Hydrochlorothiazide
Losartan Potassium + Ramipril
Losartan Potassium + Perindopril
Losartan Potassium + Atenolol
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