Losar 25mg Strip Of 15 Tablets
Losar 25 MG Description
Losar 25 tablet is an antihypertensive medicine. It is used to treat high blood pressure. It also helps to reduce other heart problems. It contains losartan as its active ingredient. Losar 25 tablets
should be taken in the exact dose and duration as directed by the doctor. It can be taken with or without food but should be taken at the same time every day to gain optimal results. The doctor may also suggest avoiding potassium supplements during the treatment because they may raise potassium levels in the bloodstream. Do not stop taking this medicine on your own. Before using this medicine, inform the doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding and about your detailed medical history. Adopting some diet and lifestyle modifications such as exercising regularly, stopping smoking and alcohol intake and reducing the amount of salt in your diet along with this medicine can help you better control and lower the raised blood pressure.
Product Summary
Offer Price | ₹80.61 |
You Save | ₹10.99 (12% on MRP) |
Contains | Losartan(25.0 Mg) |
Uses | High blood pressure |
Side effects | Dizziness, tiredness, low blood pressure |
Therapy | ANTI-HYPERTENSIVE |
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Uses of Losar 25 MG
Contraindications of Losar 25 MG
- If you are allergic to losartan or any other ingredients of Losar 25 tablet.
- If you are pregnant.
- If you have liver or kidney disease.
- If you have diabetes or kidney problems and are on treatment with aliskiren (blood pressure lowering medicine).
Side effects of Losar 25 MG
- Dizziness
- Giddiness
- Tiredness
- Low blood pressure
Precautions and Warnings of Losar 25 MG
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You ever had angioedema (swelling of the face, lips, throat, tongue).
- You have vomiting or diarrhoea.
- Your blood vessels leading to your kidneys are narrow or you had a kidney transplant.
- You are taking medicines like diuretics (water pills) or are under a low salt diet.
- You have a liver problem.
- You are suffering from heart failure or any heart disease.
- You are suffering from a condition called primary hyperaldosteronism
- You are diabetic and taking medicines like enalapril, lisinopril, ramipril, or aliskiren.
Mode of Action of Losar 25 MG
How Does It Work?
Directions for Use of Losar 25 MG
- Losar 25 tablet should be taken exactly as directed by the physician.
- Swallow this tablet as a whole with a glass of water.
- Do not consume more than the prescribed dose.
- Do not cut, break, or chew the medicine.
Interactions of Losar 25 MG
Interactions with other medicines
- Some medicines can affect the way Losar 25 tablet works or this medicine itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
- Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements, or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interactions.
- Especially, if you are on certain medications like blood thinners (warfarin, heparin), anti-cancer medicines, antidepressants like lithium, potassium supplements or medicines containing potassium, other blood pressure lowering medicines like water pills (furosemide), and medicines for heart-related disorders like digoxin....
- If you have diabetes, do not take aliskiren along with this medicine.
- Concomitant use of Losar 25 tablet and painkillers should be avoided as it may impair kidney functions.
- Other medicines that should be used with caution are antibacterial medicines such as trimethoprim and corticosteroids used to treat the inflamed area of body parts.
Interactions with food items
Storage and disposal of Losar 25 MG
- Store Losar 25 tablets below 25°C protected from sunlight and moisture.
- Keep it out of reach of children and pets.
Dosage of Losar 25 MG
Overdose
Missed a Dose
Content Details
Dr. Abhishek B L
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What should I inform my healthcare professional before I start treatment with the Losar 25 tablet?
- You must give an account of your past and present diseases, especially diabetes and all the ongoing medications, supplements and herbal medicines that you are taking.
- If you take anti-diabetic medication or insulin, track your blood sugar carefully while taking losartan, particularly during the first month of its use.
- The combination of these diabetes medicines when on losartan may cause significant changes in your blood sugar levels owing to drug-drug interactions. Hence, sharing complete history is of utmost importance....
Q: Are there any dietary restrictions to be followed?
- Yes, avoid high potassium-containing foods (spinach, banana, peas, kidney beans).
- Low-salt diet preferred.
- Avoid fruits, foods and health supplements with a high potassium content.
Q: Why is Losar 25 tablet used?
Q: What is the difference between Losar 25 tablet and Losar H?
Q: When should I take Losar 25 tablet?
Q: How does Losar 25 work?
Q: Can Losar 25 cause weight gain?
References
- Cozaar 25 mg film-coated tablet - Patient Information Leaflet (PIL) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2022 [cited 28 Apr 2022]
- Cozaar 25 mg film-coated tablet - Summary of Product Characteristics (SmPC) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2022 [cited 28 Apr 2022]
- CDSCO [Internet]. Cdscoonline.gov.in. 2022 [cited 28 Apr 2022]
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