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

No, Losanorm CH is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful to the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation because it can cause very unpleasant side effects. Hence, the patient should seek doctors advice before taking this medication by himself or herself.

Dr. Braj Bhushan Ojha BAMS , Gastroenterology, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Ayurveda, Sexology, Diabetology

Losanorm CH is a brand name of chlorthalidone and it is available in the form of tablets. It belongs to the class of drugs known as thiazide diuretics. Losanorm CH is a prescription drug that is used in hypertension (high blood pressure) and reduces swelling of liver and kidney due to excess accumulation of fluid.

Dr. Saurabh Shakya MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Losanorm CH is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as diarrhea, headache, and dizziness. If you experience any discomfort after taking this do inform your doctor.

Dr. Saurabh Shakya MBBS , General Physician

Losanorm CH works by increasing the rate of urine formation by inhibiting the sodium and potassium reabsorption in the kidney, this causes more frequent urination than normal. The increased flow of urination leads to a decrease in blood volume that helps in the relaxation of the walls of blood vessels and this results in a decrease in blood pressure.

Dr. Ajay Kumar. MBBS, MD , Psychiatry, General Physician, Infectious Disease, Sexology, Internal Medicine, Venereology, Diabetology

Yes, Losanorm CH may cause hair loss. If you are experiencing severe hair loss after taking this drug, you are advised to consult it with your doctor.