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Tozaar is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of High BP. The alternative uses of Tozaar have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Tozaar depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Tozaar have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Tozaar normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Tozaar has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Tozaar's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Tozaar contraindications section.
Additionally, Tozaar may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Tozaar is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Tozaar 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
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Tozaar is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Tozaar safe for pregnant women?
Tozaar can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Tozaar safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Tozaar on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Tozaar on the Kidneys?
Tozaar does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Tozaar on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Tozaar on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Tozaar on the Heart?
Tozaar may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Tozaar 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 Tozaar unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Tozaar habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Tozaar has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Tozaar. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Tozaar is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Tozaar is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Tozaar
When consumed with certain foods, Tozaar may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Tozaar
Taking Tozaar with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Yes, you can use Tozaar to treat in children but, above the age of 6 years old, the minimum dose recommended in patients who weigh between 20 and 50kg.
No, Tozaar 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.
You should not use salt substitutes containing potassium without consulting your doctor. If your doctor recommends you for low sodium diet, follow that instruction carefully.
Tozaar 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. Tozaar 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.
No, Tozaar 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.
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