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Tozaar AT Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. High BP are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Tozaar AT Tablet have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Tozaar AT Tablet. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Tozaar AT Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Tozaar AT Tablet are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Tozaar AT Tablet is Severe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Tozaar AT Tablet related warnings talks about Tozaar AT Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
The section on Tozaar AT Tablet contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Tozaar AT Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Tozaar AT Tablet is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Tozaar AT 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 AT 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 AT Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Tozaar on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Tozaar AT Tablet on the Kidneys?
Tozaar does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Tozaar AT Tablet on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Tozaar on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Tozaar AT 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 AT Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Tozaar AT Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Tozaar AT 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 AT Tablet. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Tozaar AT Tablet is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Tozaar AT Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Tozaar AT Tablet
When consumed with certain foods, Tozaar AT Tablet may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Tozaar AT Tablet
Taking Tozaar AT 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