Lostar 25 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Lostar Information

Lostar, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of High BP. Other than this, Lostar has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The right dosage of Lostar depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Lostar as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Lostar are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

In addition, Lostar's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Lostar's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Lostar contraindications section.

Drug interactions for Lostar have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Lostar is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

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

Lostar Benefits & Uses

Lostar is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

Diabetic Nephropathy

Lostar 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

Lostar Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Lostar is used -

Moderate

Blurred vision
Confusion
Difficulty breathing
Irregular heartbeat
Depression (Read More - From Meditation to Nutrition: Home Remedies for Easing Depression)
Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)

Mild

Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
Weakness
Stomach ache (Read More - Home remedies for stomach pain)
Anxiety (Read More - Home Remedies for Anxiety)
Nausea or vomiting
Infection
Back Pain (Read More - From Heat Therapy to Herbal Teas: Home Remedies for Back Pain)
Nasal congestion
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Loss of appetite
Dry Mouth

Lostar Related Warnings

Is the use of Lostar safe for pregnant women?

Lostar has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Lostar without medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Lostar safe during breastfeeding?

Side effects of Lostar on breastfeeding women are very mild.

Mild
What is the effect of Lostar on the Kidneys?

Lostar is completely safe for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Lostar on the Liver?

Side effects of Lostar rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Lostar on the Heart?

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

Mild

Severe Interaction of Lostar with Other Drugs

Lostar 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

Lostar Contraindications

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

Hyperkalemia
Angioedema

Frequently asked Questions about Lostar

Is this Lostar habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Lostar.

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

After taking Lostar, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Lostar can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

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

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

No, Lostar cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Lostar Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Lostar

Taking Lostar with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Lostar

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

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Lostar

Question over 5 years ago

Does Lostar cause hair loss?

Dr. Joydeep Sarkar MBBS , Cardiology, Neurology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, Hepatology, Internal Medicine, Diabetology

No, Lostar 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I take Lostar without consulting a doctor?

Dr. K. M. Bhatt MBBS, PG Dip , Cardiology, Pediatrics, General Surgery, General Physician, Emergency Medicine, Physical Medicine

No, Lostar 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can Lostar used to treat in children?

Dr. Saurabh Shakya MBBS , General Physician

Yes, you can use Lostar 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 about 6 years ago

How does Lostar work?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Lostar prevent the effect of angiotensin-II, causing the blood vessels to relax which in turn lowers blood pressure in the patient.

Question about 6 years ago

How to take Lostar?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Take Lostar 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.