Losar 25 MG Tablet

This medication belongs to the angiotensin II receptor antagonists group of drugs. It is used for the treatment of high blood pressure. The tablet reduces the risk of stroke in people, who already have high blood pressure as well as left ventricular hypertrophy (LVH).

The medicine also treats diabetic nephropathy, a kidney disease caused due to diabetes. It blocks the action of the chemical named angiotension II in the body, which causes the blood vessels to narrow and tighten. The dosage depends on your age, the severity of your condition, your medical history and also how your body reacts when you take the first dose.

• Hypertension

• Diabetic Nephropathy

• Allergy

• Aliskiren

• Stomach Pain

• Chills

• Difficulty Or Painful Urination

• Fast Heartbeat

• Back Pain

• Chest Tightness

• Acid Or Sour Stomach

• How long is the duration of effect?

  The effect lasts for a duration of approximately 24 hours.

• What is the onset of action?

  The peak effect of this medicine can be observed in 1 to 1.5 hours.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  This medicine is not recommended for pregnant women.

• Is it habit forming?

  No habit forming tendency has been reported.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  This medicine is not recommended for women who are breastfeeding.

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Losar 25 MG Tablet , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• Losatec 25 MG Tablet

  Rpg Life Sciences Ltd

• Covance 25 MG Tablet

  Ranbaxy Laboratories Ltd

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  The missed dose should be taken as soon possible. It is advisable to skip the missed dose if it's already time for your next scheduled dose.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of overdose.

The drug displaces angiotensin II with very high affinity from its binding site at the AT1 receptor subtype, which is responsible for the known actions of angiotensin II.

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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• Interaction with Alcohol

  Alcohol

  Consumption of alcohol with this medicine will lower the blood pressure and can cause dizziness, headache, changes in heart rate. Avoid driving or operating heavy machinery if you have these symptoms.

• Interaction with Lab Test

  Lab

  Information not available.

• Interaction with Medicine

  Medicine

  The medication interacts with dexamethasone, aliskiren, captopril, insulin and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medicines.

• Interaction with Food

  Food

  Information not available.

• Interaction with Disease

  Disease

  Patients suffering from Congestive heart failure should use some other safer alternative.

• Ques : What is Losar 25 MG Tablet?

  Ans : Losar 25 MG tablet is a medication which has Losartan as an active element present in it. This medicine performs its action by preventing the activity of specific natural substances that tighten the blood vessels.

• Ques : What are the uses of Losar 25 MG Tablet?

  Ans : Losar tablet is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions such as Hypertension and Diabetic Nephropathy.

• Ques : What are the Side Effects of Losar 25 MG Tablet?

  Ans : Difficulty or painful urination, Fast heartbeat, Back pain, Chest tightness, Dizziness, Weakness in arms, hands, legs or feet, Nasal congestion, Sore throat, Acid or sour stomach, and Heartburn are possible side-effects.

• Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal Losar 25 MG Tablet?

  Ans : Losar should be kept in a cool dry place and in its original packaging. Make sure this medication remains unreachable to children and pets.