Loten 25mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Indica Laboratories Pvt Ltd
Salt Composition
Losartan (25mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Loten 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
Loten 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. Loten 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 Loten 25mg Tablet.
Breastfeeding Warning
Loten 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
Loten 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
Loten 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 Loten 25mg Tablet during pregnancy. Tell your doctor if you conceive while taking Loten 25mg Tablet.
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Frequently asked questions
What can cause dizziness after taking Loten 25mg Tablet?
You may feel dizzy when using Loten 25mg Tablet due to a sudden change in position from lying or sitting. To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
Is Loten 25mg Tablet effective for reducing blood pressure?
Loten 25mg Tablet is used by many people to lower blood pressure levels. This medicine generally has very few side effects and protects kidney function in high blood pressure patients with diabetes and impaired kidney function (diabetic nephropathy). It also helps treat chronic heart failure when other treatments fail, and decreases the risk of stroke in hypertensive patients with thicker left ventricle.
What lifestyle changes should I make while using Loten 25mg Tablet?
Lifestyle changes play a major role in keeping you healthy if you are taking Loten 25mg Tablet. Avoid excess salt in your diet and find ways to reduce or manage stress in your life. Practice yoga, meditation, or take up a hobby. Ensure sound sleep every night as it reduces stress levels and keeps blood pressure normal. Stop smoking and alcohol consumption as it lowers blood pressure and prevents heart problems. Exercise regularly and take a balanced diet that includes whole grains, fresh fruits, vegetables, and fat-free products.
How long do I need to take Loten 25mg Tablet?
You may have to take Loten 25mg Tablet for a long term, even life-long. Loten 25mg Tablet only controls blood pressure but does not cure it. Talk to your doctor if you have any concerns regarding Loten 25mg Tablet but do not stop taking it without consulting the doctor.
Does Loten 25mg Tablet cause weight gain?
No, Loten 25mg Tablet does not cause weight gain. However, if the medicine starts affecting kidney function then your body may swell due to water accumulation, resulting in weight gain. Call your doctor if you experience unexplained weight gain or swelling in your feet, ankles, or hands.
What are the long-term side effects of Loten 25mg Tablet?
Long-term use of Loten 25mg Tablet is generally considered safe. However, it may adversely affect kidney function in some cases, so regular blood tests should be conducted to monitor kidney health.
Is Loten 25mg Tablet bad for the kidneys?
Yes, Loten 25mg Tablet may impair kidney function in patients with severe heart failure, chronic kidney disease, or narrow/blocked blood vessels that lead to the kidneys (renal artery stenosis). It also affects kidney function in patients who have experienced severe fluid loss or dehydration due to vomiting, diarrhea, or excessive use of diuretics.
How long does it take for Loten 25mg Tablet to work?
The blood pressure-lowering effect of Loten 25mg Tablet can be seen after about 6 hours of taking it. The effect lasts for about 24 hours, but you may need to take the medicine for 3-6 weeks to see full benefits.
When and how should I take Loten 25mg Tablet?
Take Loten 25mg Tablet exactly as per your doctor's advice. Swallow the tablet with water and take it at the same time each day, ideally before bedtime initially.
What is the most important information that I need to know about Loten 25mg Tablet?
Taking Loten 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 the medicine immediately if you become pregnant.
