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Lartan 50 Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of High BP. The alternative uses of Lartan 50 Tablet have also been explained below.
The optimal dosage of Lartan 50 Tablet is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Lartan 50 Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Lartan 50 Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Lartan 50 Tablet's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. In addition, Lartan 50 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Lartan 50 Tablet related warnings section.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Lartan 50 Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Lartan 50 Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Lartan 50 Tablet is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Lartan 50 Tablet 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 Lartan 50 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Lartan. If you are pregnant, do not take Lartan without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Lartan 50 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Lartan for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Lartan 50 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Lartan is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Lartan 50 Tablet on the Liver?
Lartan has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Lartan 50 Tablet on the Heart?
Side effects of Lartan rarely affect the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Lartan 50 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Lartan 50 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Lartan 50 Tablet is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Lartan 50 Tablet you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Lartan 50 Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Lartan 50 Tablet in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Lartan 50 Tablet
Lartan 50 Tablet may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Lartan 50 Tablet
Taking alcohol with Lartan 50 Tablet can be dangerous.
Take Lartan as advised by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed by your doctor.
Yes, Lartan can cause debility. It has been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. If you are experiencing the same after taking this drug, you are advised to consult about it with your doctor.
Yes, Lartan can cause dizziness. It has been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. If you are experiencing the same after taking this drug, you are advised to consult about it with your doctor.
Yes, you can use Lartan to treat in children but, above the age of 6 years old, the minimum dose recommended in patients who weigh between 20 and 50kg.
Take Lartan once or twice a day as advised/prescribed by your doctor. It can be taken with or without food because food does not affect the absorption of drugs from the stomach.
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