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Lo is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of High BP. Secondary and off-label uses of Lo have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Lo depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Some other side effects of Lo have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Lo go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Lo's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. In addition, Lo's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Lo related warnings section.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Lo contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Lo have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Lo is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Lo 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 Lo safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Lo. If you are pregnant, do not take Lo without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Lo safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Lo for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Lo on the Kidneys?
Lo does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Lo on the Liver?
Lo has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Lo on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Lo on the heart have been reported.
Lo 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 Lo unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Lo habit forming or addictive?
Lo does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Lo, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Lo can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Lo only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Lo is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Lo
Some foods when eaten with Lo can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Lo
Taking alcohol with Lo can be dangerous.
Yes, Lo 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, Lo 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, Lo should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
Take Lo 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.
Yes, you can use Lo along with hydrochlorothiazide, there is no side effects are seen if taken together. In fact, it gives beneficial effects, but it always recommended to take under medical supervision
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