What is Losar tablet used for?

What is Losar tablet used for?

Losar 50 Tablet 15’s is used to treat high blood pressure and prevent heart failure. Losar 50 Tablet 15’s is a angiotensin II receptor blocker that blocks the action of a hormone called angiotensin II in the body that causes narrowing of blood vessels leading to high blood pressure.

Is Losar H and losartan H same?

Losar-H Tablet 15’s is a combination of Losartan (angiotensin II receptor antagonist) and Hydrochlorothiazide (thiazide diuretic or water pill). Losartan is an angiotensin receptor blocker that helps to relax and widen the blood vessels (arteries) for easy blood flow to the whole body.

What is the drug losartan 50 mg used for?

Losartan is used alone or together with other medicines to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). High blood pressure adds to the workload of the heart and arteries. If it continues for a long time, the heart and arteries may not function properly.

What are the side effects of losartan H?

Side Effects

• Black, tarry stools.
• blood in the urine or stools.
• cough or hoarseness accompanied by chills or fever, lower back or side pain, or painful or difficult urination.
• pinpoint red spots on the skin.
• pounding heartbeat.
• severe stomach pain, nausea, and vomiting.
• skin rash.
• swelling of the feet or lower legs.

Is Losar H blood thinner?

Losartan works by relaxing and widening your blood vessels so your blood can flow more easily. This will lower your blood pressure. Hydrochlorothiazide is known as a diuretic (water pill) which increases urine output thereby lowering blood pressure.

What is mg of Losar H?

Losar H (12.5/50 mg) Tablet. Manufactured byUnichem Laboratories Ltd. ContainsHydrochlorothiazide (12.5 mg) + Losartan (50 mg)

How much losartan is safe?

Adult dosage (ages 18–64 years) The typical dosage is 50 mg taken once daily. Your doctor may increase your dosage to 100 mg per day if needed. You may take losartan once or twice per day.

Is Losar 50 blood thinner?

Losar 50 Tablet lowers blood pressure by relaxing blood vessels and making it easier for your heart to pump blood around your body. It must be taken regularly as prescribed to be effective. You do not usually feel any direct benefit from taking this medicine, but it works in the long term to keep you well.

What is Losar-H tablet?

Losar-H Tablet is a combination of two medicines. It helps to control high blood pressure in different ways. If high blood pressure is not treated it can lead to heart attacks, strokes and kidney failure.

What should I avoid while taking Losar-H tablet?

Making lifestyle changes can boost your health while taking Losar-H Tablet. Avoid smoking, as smoking increases your risk of having heart attack and stroke. If you are overweight or obese, try to lose weight. You should maintain a healthy diet by including fruits and vegetables in your meals.

Is it safe to take Losar-H tablets during pregnancy?

No, Losar-H Tablet should be avoided in pregnancy. Its use can cause injury and death to the baby. If you conceive while using Losar-H Tablet, stop using it and contact your doctor immediately. Your doctor will recommend you other ways to lower the blood pressure.

How do I report side effects of losartan to Health Canada?

You may report side effects to Health Canada at 1-866-234-2345. Before taking this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to losartan or hydrochlorothiazide; or if you have any other allergies.