Lorsar 25mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Cardiatic Care
Salt Composition
Losartan (25mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Lorsar 25mg Tablet is a medicine used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure. Lowering blood pressure helps to prevent future heart attacks and stroke.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Lorsar 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.
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. Lorsar 25mg 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 Lorsar 25mg Tablet.
Breastfeeding Warning
Lorsar 25mg 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
Lorsar 25mg 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
Lorsar 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 Lorsar 25mg Tablet during pregnancy. Tell your doctor if you conceive while taking Lorsar 25mg Tablet.
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Frequently asked questions
Can I feel dizzy after taking Lorsar 25mg Tablet?
Yes, the use of Lorsar 25mg Tablet can cause dizziness. To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
Is Lorsar 25mg Tablet a good blood pressure medicine?
Lorsar 25mg Tablet is used by many people to reduce blood pressure levels. It generally has very few side effects and also protects kidney function in patients with high blood pressure, diabetes, and impaired kidney function (diabetic nephropathy).
What are some of the lifestyle changes I should make while using Lorsar 25mg Tablet?
Lifestyle changes play a major role in keeping you healthy if you are taking Lorsar 25mg Tablet. Avoid excess salt in your diet and find ways to reduce or manage stress. Practice yoga, meditation, or take up a hobby, get sound sleep, stop smoking and alcohol consumption, exercise regularly, and eat a balanced diet.
For how long do I need to take Lorsar 25mg Tablet?
You may have to take Lorsar 25mg Tablet for a long term, even life-long. It only controls blood pressure but does not cure it. Talk to your doctor in case you have any concerns regarding Lorsar 25mg Tablet.
Does Lorsar 25mg Tablet cause weight gain?
No, Lorsar 25mg Tablet does not 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 the long-term side effects of Lorsar 25mg Tablet?
Long-term use of Lorsar 25mg Tablet is generally considered safe. However, it may affect kidney function in some cases, so regular blood tests should be done to monitor how well your kidneys are working.
Is Lorsar 25mg Tablet bad for the kidneys?
Yes, Lorsar 25mg Tablet may impair kidney function, especially in patients with severe heart failure, chronic kidney disease, or narrow or blocked blood vessels leading to the kidneys (renal artery stenosis).
How long does Lorsar 25mg Tablet take to work?
The blood pressure-lowering effect of Lorsar 25mg Tablet can be seen after about 6 hours, and its effects last for around 24 hours.
When and how should Lorsar 25mg Tablet be taken?
Take Lorsar 25mg Tablet exactly as per your doctor’s advice. It is meant for oral intake and can be swallowed with water, with or without food, at the same time each day.
What is the most important information that I need to know about Lorsar 25mg Tablet?
Taking Lorsar 25mg Tablet during the last 6 months of 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 the medication immediately if you become pregnant.
