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Lartan H is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Lartan H also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Lartan H depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Lartan H also has some side effects, the most common being Abdominal Pain, Cough. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Lartan H as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Lartan H go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Lartan H's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Moderate while nursing. Warnings related to Lartan H's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Allergy must refrain from the use of Lartan H since this can cause severe adverse effects. The section on Lartan H contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Lartan H have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Lartan H is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Lartan H is used to treat the following -
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
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Is the use of Lartan H safe for pregnant women?
Lartan H can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Lartan H safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Lartan H. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Lartan H on the Kidneys?
There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Lartan H. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Lartan H on the Liver?
Lartan H may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Lartan H on the Heart?
Information about safety of Lartan H for heart is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
Lartan H 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 Lartan H unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Lartan H habit forming or addictive?
Lartan H does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Lartan H does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Lartan H is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Lartan H cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Lartan H
It is safe to take Lartan H with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Lartan H
Taking Lartan H with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Yes, you can use Lartan H to treat in children but, above the age of 6 years old, the minimum dose recommended in patients who weigh between 20 and 50kg.
Lartan H 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. Lartan H 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, Lartan H 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.
Yes, Lartan H may cause difficulty in breathing. It has been reported in rare patients who are taking this drug. If you are experiencing the same after taking this drug, you must call your doctor immediately.
No, Lartan H 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Hydrochlorothiazide
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 582-586
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 446-448