
| Salt Composition: | Losartan (25mg) |
| Manufacturer: | Kopran Ltd |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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Have doubts about this medicine?
Have doubts about this medicine?
Losan 25mg Tablet is a medicine used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure. Lowering blood pressure helps to prevent future heart attacks and stroke. Losan 25mg Tablet can be prescribed either alone or in combination with other medicines. It may be taken with or without food during the day or at night. However, try to take it at the same time each day to get the most benefit. It is important to continue taking it regularly even if you feel well or if your blood pressure is controlled. Most people with high blood pressure do not feel ill, but if you stop taking this medicine, your condition could get worse. This is a widely used medicine and is considered safe for long-term use.
Losan 25mg Tablet is an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB). It relaxes the blood vessel by blocking the action of a chemical that usually makes blood vessels tighter. This lowers the blood pressure, allowing the blood to flow more smoothly to different organs and the heart to pump more efficiently.
Can I feel dizzy after taking Losan 25mg Tablet?
Yes, the use of Losan 25mg Tablet can make you feel dizzy. This may occur when you suddenly get up from a lying or sitting position. To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
Is Losan 25mg Tablet a good blood pressure medicine?
Losan 25mg Tablet is used by many people for reducing blood pressure levels. This medicine generally has very few side effects. In addition to lowering blood pressure, it also protects kidney function in high blood pressure patients having diabetes and impaired kidney function (diabetic nephropathy). It is also used to treat chronic heart failure when treatment with other medicines fails to prove effective. It also helps to decrease the risk of stroke in patients who are hypertensive and have thicker left ventricle (heart chamber).
What are some of the lifestyle changes I should make while using Losan 25mg Tablet?
Lifestyle changes play a major role in keeping you healthy if you are taking Losan 25mg Tablet. Avoid taking excess salt in your diet and find ways to reduce or manage stress in your life. Practice yoga or meditation or take up a hobby. Ensure that you have a sound sleep every night as this also helps to reduce stress levels and helps to keep your blood pressure normal. Stop smoking and alcohol consumption as this helps in lowering your blood pressure and preventing heart problems. Exercise regularly and take a balanced diet that includes whole grains, fresh fruits, vegetables, and fat-free products. Consult your doctor if you need any further guidance to get the maximum benefit of Losan 25mg Tablet and to keep yourself healthy.
For how long do I need to take Losan 25mg Tablet?
You may have to take Losan 25mg Tablet for a long term, even life long. Losan 25mg Tablet only controls blood pressure but does not cure it. Talk to your doctor in case you have any concerns regarding Losan 25mg Tablet, but do not stop taking it without consulting the doctor.
Does Losan 25mg Tablet cause weight gain?
No, Losan 25mg Tablet does not cause weight gain. However, if the medicine starts affecting your kidney function then your body may swell due to the accumulation of water, resulting in weight gain. Call your doctor if you experience unexplained weight gain or swelling in your feet, ankles, or hands.
What are the long-term side effects of Losan 25mg Tablet?
Long-term use of Losan 25mg Tablet is generally considered to be safe. However, in some cases, long-term use of Losan 25mg Tablet may adversely affect the functioning of the kidneys. Therefore, the doctor may prescribe regular blood tests to keep a track of how well the kidneys are working.
Is Losan 25mg Tablet bad for the kidneys?
Yes, Losan 25mg Tablet may impair the kidney function of patients, especially those who have severe heart failure, chronic kidney disease, or narrow or blocked blood vessels that lead to the kidneys (renal artery stenosis). It may also affect kidney function in patients who have experienced severe fluid loss or dehydration due to vomiting, diarrhea, or excessive use of diuretics. Therefore, Losan 25mg Tablet should be used cautiously in these patients and their kidney function should be regularly monitored.
How long does Losan 25mg Tablet take to work?
The blood pressure-lowering effect of Losan 25mg Tablet can be seen within a few hours after taking the first dose. However, it may take some time for your blood pressure to stabilize at lower levels.
What is the most important information that I need to know about Losan 25mg Tablet?
Taking Losan 25mg Tablet during the last 6 months of pregnancy can cause serious harm or even endanger the life of the unborn baby. Hence, it is essential to inform your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. If you become pregnant while taking Losan 25mg Tablet, stop taking Losan 25mg Tablet and call your doctor immediately.
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Losan 25mg Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Alcohol
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Losan 25mg Tablet.
Breastfeed
Losan 25mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Pregnancy
Losan 25mg Tablet is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.