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Tozaar 50 Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of High BP. The alternative uses of Tozaar 50 Tablet have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Tozaar 50 Tablet. 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 50 Tablet have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Tozaar 50 Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Tozaar 50 Tablet's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Mild while nursing. It is important to know if Tozaar 50 Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Tozaar 50 Tablet related warnings section.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Tozaar 50 Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Tozaar 50 Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Tozaar 50 Tablet is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Tozaar 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
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Is the use of Tozaar 50 Tablet 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 50 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Tozaar on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Tozaar 50 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Tozaar does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Tozaar 50 Tablet on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Tozaar on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Tozaar 50 Tablet on the Heart?
Tozaar may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Tozaar 50 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Tozaar 50 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Tozaar 50 Tablet has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Tozaar 50 Tablet. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Tozaar 50 Tablet is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Tozaar 50 Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Tozaar 50 Tablet
When consumed with certain foods, Tozaar 50 Tablet may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Tozaar 50 Tablet
Taking Tozaar 50 Tablet with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Take Tozaar as advised by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed by your doctor.
Yes, Tozaar 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.
Take Tozaar 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 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.
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.
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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
