Losartan Potassium 100mg (20 Tabs)
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What is losartan potassium 100 mg?
Losartan Potassium is a prescription medication used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and certain other heart and kidney conditions. It belongs to a class of medicines called angiotensin II receptor blockers (ARBs).
It works by blocking the action of angiotensin II, a hormone that causes blood vessels to narrow. This allows blood vessels to relax and widen, making it easier for blood to flow and reducing blood pressure.
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Benefits of losartan potassium
For high blood pressure (hypertension)
- Lowers high blood pressure.
- Reduces the risk of heart attack and stroke.
- Helps reduce strain on the heart.
- Can help protect blood vessels from long-term damage caused by high blood pressure.
Kidney protection
Losartan may help:
- Slow the progression of kidney damage in people with Type 2 Diabetes and kidney disease.
- Reduce protein loss in the urine (proteinuria).
- Help preserve kidney function over time.
Heart health
Losartan may also:
- Reduce the risk of stroke in certain people with high blood pressure and an enlarged heart.
- Help improve long-term cardiovascular health by lowering blood pressure.
- Be used as part of treatment for Heart failure in some people when appropriate.
How to take it
- 100 mg once daily is a common maintenance dose for adults, although some people may require lower doses.
- It can be taken with or without food.
- Take it at the same time each day for the best effect.
Common side effects
Most people tolerate losartan well. Possible side effects include:
- Dizziness or lightheadedness, especially when starting treatment.
- Fatigue.
- Headache.
- Low blood pressure.
- Increased blood potassium levels (usually detected on blood tests).
Serious side effects (seek immediate medical attention)
Get urgent medical care if you experience:
- Swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat (possible allergic reaction or angioedema).
- Severe dizziness or fainting.
- Difficulty breathing.
- Signs of kidney problems, such as significantly reduced urination or swelling in the legs.
- Symptoms of very high potassium levels, such as muscle weakness, numbness, or an irregular heartbeat.
Important precautions
- Take losartan exactly as prescribed, even if you feel well, because high blood pressure often has no symptoms.
- Regular blood tests may be recommended to monitor kidney function and potassium levels.
- Avoid potassium supplements or salt substitutes containing potassium unless advised by your healthcare provider, as losartan can increase blood potassium levels.
- Tell your healthcare provider if you become pregnant or are planning a pregnancy. Losartan should not be used during pregnancy, especially during the second and third trimesters, because it can harm the developing baby.
- Inform your healthcare provider about all other medications you take, particularly other blood pressure medications, diuretics (“water tablets”), or medicines that may affect kidney function or potassium levels.
