Losar A: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Losar A Information

Losar A, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Losar A have also been mentioned below.

The right dosage of Losar A depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Losar A as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Losar A are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Losar A is Severe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Losar A has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Losar A related warnings section.

Losar A can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Losar A in conditions like Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Liver Disease. Some other conditions that can be affected by Losar A are listed in the contraindications section below.

Additionally, Losar A may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Losar A is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

Losar A Benefits & Uses
Losar A Dosage & How to Take
Losar A Side Effects
Losar A Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Losar A with Other Drugs
Losar A Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Losar A
Losar A Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Losar A Benefits & Uses

Losar A is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

High BP (Read More - Home Remedies for High Blood Pressure)

Losar A Dosage & How to Take

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
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Amlodipine (5 mg) Losartan (50 mg)/Tablet
Adult	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Amlodipine (5 mg) Losartan (50 mg)/Tablet, dosage frequency my increase as needed
Geriatric	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Amlodipine (5 mg) Losartan (50 mg)/Tablet, dosage frequency my increase as needed

Losar A Related Warnings

Is the use of Losar A safe for pregnant women?

Losar A shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Losar A safe during breastfeeding?

Side effects of Losar A for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Losar A on the Kidneys?

There are no side effects of Losar A on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Losar A on the Liver?

Side effects of Losar A rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Losar A on the Heart?

Losar A may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Severe Interaction of Losar A with Other Drugs

Losar A should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Itraconazole

Tizanidine

Simvastatin,Ezetimibe

Isoniazid,Pyrazinamide,Rifampicin

Amiloride

Moderate

Aspirin

Atenolol

Clotrimazole

Clarithromycin

Acarbose

Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan,Paracetamol,Phenylephrine

Aspirin

Codeine

Ibuprofen

Losar A Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Losar A unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Low Blood Pressure
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Liver Disease
Heart Failure
Drug Allergy
Kidney Disease
Hyperkalemia
Angioedema

Frequently asked Questions about Losar A

Is this Losar A habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Losar A has not been reported.

Losar A Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Losar A

Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Losar A to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.
Interaction between Alcohol and Losar A

Taking alcohol with Losar A can be dangerous.

Frequently asked Questions about Losar A

Question over 5 years ago

Does Losar A cause edema?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Losar A can cause edema. It is the most common side effects of this drug. Usually swelling occurs in feet and ankle. If these effects cause troublesome, then consult your doctor regarding whether this effect arises due to amlodipine consumption or not. If yes, then you can stop taking this medicine with the help of doctor because of alternate treatment are also available. However, it is dose-related effects if taken a low dose, chances of edema are very less if consuming high dose the chances of edema are high.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Losar A with telmisatan?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Losar A can be taken with telmisartan. As per clinical studies, no harmful interaction has been reported after taking them. However, do not take it without doctors advise. A fixed-dose combination of Losar A and telmisartan is available in the market which is used for the treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure).

Question over 5 years ago

How long can I safely take Losar A?

Dr. Joydeep Sarkar MBBS , Internal Medicine

Losar A is safe to take a long time, even for the rest of life. In fact, it works well I you take it for a long time.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Losar A cause erectile dysfunction?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Yes, Losar A can cause erectile dysfunction. It is uncommon side effects of this drug. If you experience erectile dysfunction after consuming this drug, please inform to a doctor, they might give you an alternate therapy.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Losar A cause memory loss?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

No, use of Losar A has not been associated with memory loss. But if you are in doubt do discuss with your doctor to check for underlying medical conditions resulting in memory loss.