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Elsar is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of High BP. The alternative uses of Elsar have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Elsar depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Elsar as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Elsar go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Elsar's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. In addition, Elsar's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Elsar related warnings section.
The section on Elsar contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Elsar may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Elsar, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Elsar is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
| Adult |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Elsar safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Elsar. If you are pregnant, do not take Elsar without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Elsar safe during breastfeeding?
Elsar has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Elsar on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Elsar on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Elsar on the Liver?
Elsar has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Elsar on the Heart?
Side effects of Elsar rarely affect the heart.
Elsar should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Elsar unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Elsar habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Elsar.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Elsar, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Elsar can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Elsar only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Elsar is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Elsar
Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Elsar to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.
Interaction between Alcohol and Elsar
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Elsar as it can have severe side effects.
Elsar prevent the effect of angiotensin-II, causing the blood vessels to relax which in turn lowers blood pressure in the patient.
Elsar is a brand name of losartan and it is available in the form of a tablet. It belongs to the class of medicine called angiotensin-II receptor antagonists. Elsar is a prescription drug that is used alone or in combination with other medications to treat high blood pressure. it is also used to treat kidney disease in a patient who has diabetes.
Yes, Elsar may affect the kidney function including kidney failure on discontinuation of treatment. It is a common side effect of this drug, so do not discontinue treatment own your own.
No, Elsar does not cause hair loss (alopecia). It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. If you are experiencing any unusual hair loss after taking this drug, then it might be due to some other reason and you are advised to discuss it with your doctor.
No, Elsar should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Cozaar® (losartan potassium)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 506
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 169-173
