Losar H Tablet

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Medical Description

Losar H tablet is a blood pressure-reducing medicine. It is used to treat high blood pressure when it cannot be managed using a single medicine. It contains a combination of hydrochlorothiazide and losartan as the active ingredient. Losar H tablet acts by relaxing the blood vessels and increasing urination, which works to lower the raised blood pressure.

Uncontrolled high blood pressure may cause serious harm to health, such as an increase in the risk of heart-related diseases such as stroke, heart attack, kidney damage, brain, etc. Repace H 50mg tablet, Losakind H tablet, Cosart H tablet, LTK H tablet and Covance D tablet are some other medications with a combination of hydrochlorothiazide and losartan as the active ingredient.

Pregnant women should not take this medicine. Always take this medicine in the exact dose and duration as prescribed by your doctor. You can take Losar H tablet with or without food. Take it at a fixed time every day for better results. 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. Follow a healthy and active lifestyle along with this medicine to gain optimum control over blood pressure.

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Contains	Hydrochlorothiazide(12.5 Mg) + Losartan(50.0 Mg)
Uses	High blood pressure
Side effects	Nausea, diarrhoea, nose blockage, headache
Therapy	ANTI-HYPERTENSIVE

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Uses

Contraindications

Side effects

Precautions and Warnings

Uses of LOSAR H TABLET

Losar H tablet is used to treat high blood pressure when hydrochlorothiazide and losartan alone are unable to control blood pressure.

Contraindications of LOSAR H TABLET

If you are allergic to losartan, hydrochlorothiazide or any other ingredients of Losar-H tablet.
If you are allergic to sulfonamide medicines such as co-trimoxazole. If you are not sure what these medicines are, please confirm with your doctor.
If you have diabetes or kidney problems and taking medicines for treating high blood pressure like aliskiren.
If you have a low level of potassium and sodium or high levels of calcium in your blood.
If you have liver disorders and problems related to the bile duct (a canal connecting the liver to the intestine) like cholestasis.
If you have kidney disease due to which you are not producing enough urine.
If you have gout.
If you are pregnant for more than 3 months.

Side effects of LOSAR H TABLET

Nose blockage
Nausea
Diarrhoea
Stomach pain
Headache

Precautions and Warnings of LOSAR H TABLET

Pregnancy

Can I take Losar H tablet during pregnancy?

Losar-H tablet should not be used during pregnancy. If you are on this medicine and planning for a pregnancy, inform your doctor.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Losar H tablet while breastfeeding?

It is advised not to use Losar-H tablet when you are breastfeeding unless prescribed by the doctor.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed Losar H tablet?

Losar H tablet may cause dizziness and drowsiness. Hence, be cautious while driving or operating any machinery during treatment with this medicine.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Losar H tablet?

Consuming alcohol will increase the side effects of Losar H tablet and may cause a fall in blood pressure. It is advised to avoid alcohol intake when you are taking this medicine.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

You have a history of swelling of the face, lips, throat, or tongue due to water retention.
You experience fainting and giddiness, especially after the first dose, a sign of low blood pressure.
You are planning a pregnancy.
You have liver, kidney, or any heart-related problem or disease.
You have been experiencing fluid loss within your body due to diarrhoea, vomiting, etc.
You are suffering from primary aldosteronism (a condition of excess production of the hormone aldosterone from the adrenal glands).
You have diabetes, an electrolyte imbalance of sodium, magnesium, and potassium, or have symptoms of dryness of mouth, thirst, drowsiness, muscle pain, nausea, and vomiting.
You have gout, bronchial asthma, or any autoimmune diseases like systemic lupus erythematosus.

Directions for Use of LOSAR H TABLET

Losar-H tablet should be taken as directed by your doctor.
Swallow it whole with a glass of water.
Do not cut, break or chew the medicine.
It would be best if you took it at a fixed time for optimal results.
Do not consume more than the dose prescribed by your doctor.

Storage and disposal of LOSAR H TABLET

Store Losar-H tablet below 30°C protected from light and moisture.
Keep it away from children and pets.

Quick Tips of LOSAR H TABLET

Losar H tablet is a blood pressure-reducing medicine. It is used to treat high blood pressure.
Take this tablet as prescribed by your doctor. Do not increase or decrease the dose without consulting your doctor.
You should take it at a fixed time every day for better results.
Inform your doctor if you have any medical conditions before taking Losar H tablet.
It is recommended that, in addition to taking Losar H on time, you make certain lifestyle changes. Among these changes are eating a low-fat, low-salt diet, maintaining a healthy weight, exercising for...
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Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding before taking this tablet, as it may not be safe for use during pregnancy and lactation.
Missing a dose of your blood pressure medication can lead to serious health problems. If you forget to take a dose, take it as soon as you remember.
Keep Losar H tablet out of reach of children.

Dosage of LOSAR H TABLET

Overdose

Symptoms of an overdose of Losar-H tablet may include low blood pressure, dizziness, excessive urination, nausea, and vomiting. If you think you have taken too much of this medicine, contact your doct...

Missed a Dose

It would be best if you never miss a dose of your blood pressure medicine as it may lead to serious high blood pressure-related problems. If you have missed taking any dose of Losar-H tablet, take it ...

Mode of Action of LOSAR H TABLET

How Does It Work?

Losar H tablet contains a combination of hydrochlorothiazide and losartan as active ingredients
Losartan lowers blood pressure by blocking the action of a substance called angiotensin responsible for narrowing the blood vessels and increasing blood pressure.
Hydrochlorothiazide acts by increasing the production of urine and the loss of water and salt from the body, thereby lowering the blood pressure. Both the medicines act by different mechanisms resulti...
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Interactions of LOSAR H TABLET

Interactions with other medicines

Some medicines can affect the way Losar H 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 taking medicines to treat high blood pressure, heart failure, high/abnormal cholesterol levels, blood clots, diabetes infections, asthma, pain, immunomodulatory medicines, or med...
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Your blood potassium levels may go down if you are taking steroids and antifungals like amphotericin.
Your blood potassium levels may increase if you are taking potassium supplements (amiloride, spironolactone) and trimethoprim.
You may experience low blood sugar if you are taking medicine for treating diabetes like insulin and metformin along with this medicine.
You may experience abnormal heart rhythms if you are taking medicine for heart failure like digoxin.

Content Details

WRITTEN BY

Dr. Mansi Savla

B. Pharm, PharmD

REVIEWED BY

Dr. Ritu Budania

MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: Will Losar H tablet start lowering my blood pressure immediately after I take this medicine?

A: Blood pressure will not start to lower after you start taking this medicine. It will take 3-4 weeks for your blood pressure to be normalised. This medicine is not recommended to be used by patients who have not received prior therapy for high blood pressure and should preferably be used in patients who had exposure to both the medicines as single tablets previously.

Q: Can I use Losar H tablet for kidney and liver diseases?

A: This medicine can be used at a normal dose in patients with mild to moderate kidney failure (i.e.creatinine clearance is above 30-50 ml/min). However, it should not be used in severe kidney failure or in patients on haemodialysis. Similarly, this medicine can be used but with caution in patients with mild-moderate liver disease. It should not be used in patients with severe liver impairment.

Q: Is there anything else I need to know before using Losar H tablet?

A: Your blood pressure, kidney function and blood potassium levels need to be regularly monitored while you are taking this medicine. Caution is advised (inform your doctor) if you are undergoing any radiography with iodine contrast media. This medicine should not be used in children and adolescents under 18 years of age.

Q: I feel dizzy after taking Losar H tablet, is it normal?

A: As Losar H tablet works towards lowering your blood pressure. You may generally experience dizziness as a result of lowering blood pressure. You should particularly be careful as you may feel dizzy on getting up from a lying position. Please consult your doctor if the dizziness is severe.

Q: Can I take Losar-H tablets at night?

A: Yes, you can, but you may experience frequent urination as this medicine acts on the excess fluid build up in the body (oedema). However, please make sure that you take it at the same time every day and exactly as prescribed by your doctor.

Q: What is Losar H used for?

A: Losar H tablet is used to treat high blood pressure when hydrochlorothiazide and losartan alone are unable to control blood pressure.

Q: Is Losar H and losartan the same?

A: No, Losar H tablet contains losartan as one of the active ingredients. Losar H tablet contains a combination of losartan and hydrochlorothiazide as the active substances.

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