Losan 50mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Kopran Ltd
Salt Composition
Losartan (50mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Losan 50mg 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
Losan 50mg 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. Losan 50mg 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 Losan 50mg Tablet.
Breastfeeding Warning
Losan 50mg 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
Losan 50mg 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
Losan 50mg 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 Losan 50mg Tablet during pregnancy. Tell your doctor if you conceive while taking Losan 50mg Tablet.
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Frequently asked questions
What should I do if I feel dizzy after taking Losan 50mg Tablet?
If you feel dizzy or experience dizziness after taking Losan 50mg Tablet, try to rise slowly from a lying or sitting position. This may help lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out.
Is Losan 50mg Tablet effective in reducing blood pressure?
Yes, Losan 50mg Tablet is used by many people for reducing blood pressure levels. It also protects kidney function in high blood pressure patients having diabetes and impaired kidney function (diabetic nephropathy).
What lifestyle changes should I make while using Losan 50mg Tablet?
To get the maximum benefit from Losan 50mg Tablet, consider making lifestyle changes such as avoiding excess salt in your diet, reducing or managing stress, practicing yoga or meditation, getting sound sleep, and stopping smoking and alcohol consumption. Consult your doctor for personalized guidance.
How long do I need to take Losan 50mg Tablet?
You may have to take Losan 50mg Tablet for a long term, even lifelong, as it only controls blood pressure but does not cure it. Consult your doctor if you have any concerns.
Does Losan 50mg Tablet cause weight gain?
No, Losan 50mg Tablet does not directly cause weight gain. However, if the medicine affects kidney function, leading to water accumulation, it may result in weight gain. Inform your doctor if you experience unexplained weight gain or swelling.
What are the long-term side effects of Losan 50mg Tablet?
Long-term use of Losan 50mg Tablet is generally safe. However, it may affect kidney function in some cases, so regular blood tests may be necessary to monitor kidney health.
Is Losan 50mg Tablet bad for the kidneys?
Yes, Losan 50mg 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). Kidney function should be regularly monitored in these cases.
How long does it take for Losan 50mg Tablet to work?
The blood pressure-lowering effect of Losan 50mg Tablet can be seen after about 6 hours of taking it, and its effects last for approximately 24 hours. It may take 3-6 weeks to see the full benefits.
When and how should I take Losan 50mg Tablet?
Take Losan 50mg Tablet exactly as directed by your doctor, taking it orally with water, at any time of day (but try to maintain a consistent schedule). Your first dose should be taken before bedtime to avoid dizziness.
What's the most important information I need to know about Losan 50mg Tablet?
Taking Losan 50mg Tablet during pregnancy can cause serious harm or endanger the unborn baby. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant while taking this medication.
