Lopot 25mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Capital Pharma
Salt Composition
Losartan (25mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Lopot 25mg Tablet is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure, helping to prevent heart attacks and strokes and preserving kidney function in diabetic patients.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Lopot 25mg 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. Lopot 25mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How it works
Lopot 25mg 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 Lopot 25mg Tablet during pregnancy. Tell your doctor if you conceive while taking Lopot 25mg Tablet.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the most likely reason for feeling dizzy after taking Lopot 25mg Tablet?
The most likely reason for feeling dizzy after taking Lopot 25mg Tablet is that it can cause a sudden drop in blood pressure when you get up from lying or sitting position. To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
Is Lopot 25mg Tablet effective for reducing blood pressure and kidney protection?
Yes, Lopot 25mg Tablet is used by many people to reduce blood pressure levels. In addition to lowering blood pressure, it also protects kidney function in high blood pressure patients with diabetes and impaired kidney function (diabetic nephropathy). It is also used to treat chronic heart failure when treatment with other medicines fails to prove effective.
What lifestyle changes should I make while using Lopot 25mg Tablet?
To get the most benefit from Lopot 25mg Tablet and stay healthy, avoid excess salt in your diet, reduce or manage stress through yoga or meditation or a hobby, get a sound sleep every night, stop smoking and alcohol consumption, exercise regularly, and eat a balanced diet with whole grains, fresh fruits, vegetables, and fat-free products.
How long do I need to take Lopot 25mg Tablet?
You may need to take Lopot 25mg Tablet for a long term or even life long. Lopot 25mg Tablet only controls blood pressure but does not cure it. Talk to your doctor if you have any concerns, but do not stop taking it without consulting the doctor.
Does Lopot 25mg Tablet cause weight gain?
No, Lopot 25mg Tablet does not directly cause weight gain. However, if the medicine starts affecting your kidney function, then your body may swell due to water accumulation, resulting in weight gain.
What are some potential long-term side effects of Lopot 25mg Tablet?
Long-term use of Lopot 25mg Tablet is generally considered safe. However, it may adversely affect kidney function, especially in patients with severe heart failure, chronic kidney disease, or renal artery stenosis.
Is Lopot 25mg Tablet bad for the kidneys?
Yes, Lopot 25mg Tablet may impair kidney function, particularly in patients with severe heart failure, chronic kidney disease, or narrowed or blocked blood vessels leading to the kidneys (renal artery stenosis).
How long does it take for Lopot 25mg Tablet to work?
The blood pressure-lowering effect of Lopot 25mg Tablet can be seen after about 6 hours of taking it, and its effects last for approximately 24 hours. However, you may need to take the medicine for 3-6 weeks to see the full benefits.
When and how should I take Lopot 25mg Tablet?
Take Lopot 25mg Tablet exactly as directed by your doctor. The tablets are meant for oral intake, and you can swallow them with water. You can take them with or without food.
What is the most important information I need to know about Lopot 25mg Tablet?
Taking Lopot 25mg Tablet during pregnancy can cause serious harm or endanger the life of the unborn baby. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant, and stop taking Lopot 25mg Tablet immediately if you become pregnant.
