INTRODUCTION

LOSACAR 25MG contains Losartan which belongs to a group of medicines known as angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB). It is used to treat high blood pressure alone or with other blood pressure medicines. It also lowers the chance of stroke in patients with high blood pressure and a heart problem called left ventricular hypertrophy. Lowering blood pressure lowers the risk of strokes and myocardial infarction.

It is indicated for the treatment of diabetic nephropathy with an elevated serum creatinine and proteinuria in patients with type 2 diabetes and a history of hypertension. LOSACAR 25MG lowers your blood pressure by relaxing and widening your blood vessels thus making it easier for your heart to pump blood around your body.

Take this medicine according to the dose and frequency as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break the medicine. Before taking, tell your doctor if you have kidney or liver problems. This medicine is not recommended for children less than 6 years of age. The common side effects such as upper respiratory infection, dizziness, stuffy nose, back pain, diarrhea, low blood sugar, chest pain and low blood pressure.

USES OF LOSACAR 25MG

• High Blood Pressure (hypertension)
• Left Ventricular Hypertrophy due to hypertension
• Type 2 diabetes with Nephropathy in patients who have or had high blood pressure

HOW LOSACAR 25MG WORKS

LOSACAR 25MG relaxes and widens the blood vessels. This action lowers the blood pressure and makes it easier for your heart to pump blood around your body.

DIRECTIONS FOR USE

Take this medicine according to the dose and frequency as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break the medicine. It may be taken with or without food.

SIDE EFFECTS OF LOSACAR 25MG

HOW TO MANAGE SIDE EFFECTS

Diarrhea:

Drink plenty of fluids to avoid dehydration. ORS should be used to prevent dehydration.

Dizziness:

Get up and move around to feel awake, take small naps to edge off the sleepiness. Give your eyes a break to avoid fatigue and eat a healthy food to boost energy.

WARNING & PRECAUTIONS

INTERACTIONS

Inform your doctor if you are taking or have recently taken any other medicines, including medicines obtained without a prescription or the following:

• aliskiren
• potassium supplements
• salt substitutes containing potassium
• diuretics
• non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs
• other medicines to reduce blood pressure

SYNOPSIS

MORE INFORMATION

Store below 20-25°C and keep out of reach of children.

FAQs ABOUT LOSACAR 25MG

How does LOSACAR 25MG work?

This lowers your blood pressure by relaxing and widening your blood vessels thus making it easier for your heart to pump blood around your body. For diabetic kidney disease, it helps to protect kidneys.

Is LOSACAR 25MG safe to take for a long time?

It is generally safe to take for a long time. Take this medicine as advised by your doctor.

REFERENCES

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4. Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp; a subsidiary of Merck & Co., Inc.1995; U.S. Food & Drug Administration; [Revised Oct 2018] [Accessed 26 Oct 2020] https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2018/020386s062lbl.pdf

USEFUL DIAGNOSTIC TESTS

• Kidney function test