Cozar 50 Tablet
Manufacturer
MDC Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Salt Composition
Losartan (50mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Cozar 50 Tablet is a medicine used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure. Lowering blood pressure helps to prevent future heart attacks and stroke. This medicine is also effective in preserving kidney function in patients with diabetes.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Cozar 50 Tablet can be prescribed either alone or in combination with other medicines. It may be taken with or without food during the day or at night. However, try to take it at the same time each day to get the most benefit. It is important to continue taking it regularly even if you feel well or if your blood pressure is controlled. Most people with high blood pressure do not feel ill, but if you stop taking this medicine, your condition could get worse. This is a widely used medicine and is considered safe for long-term use. Making some changes in your lifestyle will also help lower your blood pressure. These may include regular exercise, losing weight, smoking cessation, reducing alcohol intake, and reducing the amount of salt in your diet as advised by your doctor. This medicine is tolerated well by most patients and has few side effects. Dizziness, particularly after the first dose, is known to occur in some people. This may be associated with headaches. Let your doctor know if these side effects bother you or do not go away. Before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have any kidney or liver problems. Pregnant or breastfeeding mothers should also consult their doctor before taking it. Your doctor may check your kidney function, blood pressure, and potassium levels in your blood at regular intervals while you are taking this medicine.
Directions for Use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Cozar 50 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Safety Information
Side Effects
No common side effects listed.
Alcohol Warning
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Cozar 50 Tablet.
Breastfeeding Warning
Cozar 50 Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Pregnancy Warning
Cozar 50 Tablet is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.
Interacting Medicines
Amiloride Bemiparin Dalteparin Heparin
How it works
Cozar 50 Tablet is an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB). It relaxes the blood vessel by blocking the action of a chemical that usually makes blood vessels tighter. This lowers the blood pressure, allowing the blood to flow more smoothly to different organs and the heart to pump more efficiently.
Quick Tips
Take it at the same time every day to help you remember to take it. It can make you feel dizzy for the first few days. Rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down for a long time. Your doctor may get regular tests done to monitor the level of urea, creatinine, and potassium in your blood. Avoid taking anti-inflammatory medicines such as ibuprofen along with this medicine without consulting your doctor. Do not stop taking it suddenly without talking to your doctor. Do not take Cozar 50 Tablet during pregnancy. Tell your doctor if you conceive while taking Cozar 50 Tablet.
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Frequently asked questions
What should I do if I feel dizzy after taking Cozar 50 Tablet?
To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out when you get up from a lying or sitting position, rise slowly while taking Cozar 50 Tablet.
Is Cozar 50 Tablet effective in managing blood pressure?
Yes, many people use Cozar 50 Tablet to reduce their blood pressure levels. It also protects kidney function in high blood pressure patients with diabetes and impaired kidney function (diabetic nephropathy).
What lifestyle changes can I make while taking Cozar 50 Tablet?
Lifestyle changes are crucial when using Cozar 50 Tablet. Avoid excess salt, manage stress through yoga or meditation, practice regular exercise, and take a balanced diet that includes whole grains, fresh fruits, vegetables, and fat-free products.
How long do I need to take Cozar 50 Tablet?
You may have to take Cozar 50 Tablet for a long term, even lifelong. It only controls blood pressure but does not cure it; consult your doctor if you have any concerns.
Does Cozar 50 Tablet cause weight gain?
No, Cozar 50 Tablet itself does not cause weight gain. However, if it affects kidney function, water accumulation might result in weight gain and swelling in the feet, ankles, or hands.
What are the potential long-term side effects of Cozar 50 Tablet?
Long-term use is generally safe but may affect kidney function. Your doctor may recommend regular blood tests to monitor kidney health.
Can Cozar 50 Tablet harm my kidneys?
Yes, it can impair kidney function in patients with severe heart failure, chronic kidney disease, or narrow/blocked blood vessels leading to the kidneys (renal artery stenosis).
How long does it take for Cozar 50 Tablet to start working?
The effect of Cozar 50 Tablet on lowering blood pressure can be seen about 6 hours after taking it, and its effects last for approximately 24 hours.
When and how should I take Cozar 50 Tablet?
Take Cozar 50 Tablet as directed by your doctor. It is meant to be taken orally with water, and you can take it with or without food.
What's the most important information I need to know about Cozar 50 Tablet?
Taking Cozar 50 Tablet during the last 6 months of pregnancy can cause serious harm or even endanger the life of the unborn baby. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant.
