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INTRODUCTION
LOSAPOT 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. LOSAPOT 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 LOSAPOT 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 LOSAPOT 25MG WORKS
LOSAPOT 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 LOSAPOT 25MG
SERIOUS
- allergic reaction
- swelling in feet, ankles, or hands, or unexplained weight gain
COMMON
- upper respiratory infection
- dizziness
- stuffy nose
- back pain
- diarrhea
- low blood sugar
- chest pain
- low blood pressure
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
PREGNANCY
Use of this medicine during the 2nd and 3rd trimesters may cause teratogenicity and severe fetal and neonatal toxicity therefore it should be used with caution in pregnant women. Consult your doctor before taking.
BREASTFEEDING
LOSAPOT 25MG should be used with caution in breastfeeding women unless necessary. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
KIDNEY
LOSAPOT 25MG should be used with caution in patients suffering from active kidney diseases. Consult your doctor for advice.
LIVER
LOSAPOT 25MG should be used with caution in patients suffering from liver function impairment or active liver diseases. Consult your doctor for advice.
ALLERGY
Do not take if you are allergic (hypersensitive) to Losartan or any ingredients of this medicine.
OTHERS
Tell your doctor if you had or have a condition such as:
- diabetes
- vomiting or diarrhea
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
| Drug | : | Losartan |
| Pharmacological Category | : | Angiotensin II Receptor Blocker, Antihypertensive |
| Therapeutic Indication | : | Hypertension, Management of hypertension |
| Dosage Forms | : | Tablet |
MORE INFORMATION
Store below 20-25°C and keep out of reach of children.
FAQs ABOUT LOSAPOT 25MG
How does LOSAPOT 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 LOSAPOT 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
1. Lionel H. Opie, Marc A. Pfeffer. Inhibitors of the Renin-Angiotensin-Aldosterone System. Drugs for the Heart 8th ed. Philadelphia, PA, 2013. Page – 156-157.
2. KD Tripathi MD. Pharmacokinetics: Membrane, Transport, Absorption and Distribution of Drugs. Essentials of Medical Pharmacology 7th ed. New Delhi, May 2013. Page –506.
3. Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. Page - 2304 - 2308.
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
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