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Losartar Benefits & Uses

Losartar is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

Diabetic Nephropathy

Losartar 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
Adult	Disease: Diabetic Nephropathy Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 0.7 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Losartar Related Warnings

Is the use of Losartar safe for pregnant women?

Losartar should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.

Severe
Is the use of Losartar safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can take Losartar as it bears very minor side effects for them.

Mild
What is the effect of Losartar on the Kidneys?

Losartar does not damage the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Losartar on the Liver?

Losartar is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Losartar on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Losartar on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Losartar with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Amiloride

Moderate

Acarbose

Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan,Paracetamol,Phenylephrine

Aspirin

Codeine

Ibuprofen

Losartar Contraindications

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

Hyperkalemia
Angioedema

Frequently asked Questions about Losartar

Is this Losartar habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Losartar.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Losartar as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Losartar only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Losartar is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Losartar Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Losartar

When consumed with certain foods, Losartar may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Losartar

Consumption of alcohol and Losartar together may have severe effects on your health.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Losartar

Question over 5 years ago

Can Losartar and amlodipine be taken together

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

Yes, you can use Losartar along with amlodipine, 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

Question over 5 years ago

Can Losartar used to treat in children?

Dr. Saurabh Shakya MBBS , General Physician

Yes, you can use Losartar to treat in children but, above the age of 6 years old, the minimum dose recommended in patients who weigh between 20 and 50kg.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Losartar cause weight gain?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

No, Losartar does not cause weight gain. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. If you are experiencing any unusual weight gain after taking this drug, then it might be due to some other reason and you are advised to discuss it with your doctor.

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Losartar?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Losartar 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. Losartar 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.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Losartar cause difficulty in breathing or swallowing?

Dr. Mayank Yadav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Losartar 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.