LOSARTAN 100 mg – 1 Box (28 Tablets)
Active Ingredient: Losartan potassium 100 mg
Pack Size: 28 tablets
Therapeutic Class: Angiotensin II Receptor Blocker (ARB)
Description
Losartan 100 mg is a prescription medication used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension), protect kidney function in certain patients with diabetes, and reduce the risk of stroke in selected patients with hypertension and heart enlargement.
Uses
- Hypertension (high blood pressure)
- Diabetic nephropathy (kidney disease associated with type 2 diabetes)
- Reduction of stroke risk in selected hypertensive patients
- Heart failure (in some patients when other treatments are not suitable)
How It Works
Losartan blocks the action of angiotensin II, a hormone that narrows blood vessels and increases blood pressure. By blocking its effects, losartan:
- Relaxes blood vessels
- Lowers blood pressure
- Improves blood flow
- Helps protect the kidneys and cardiovascular system
Dosage
- Typical adult dose: 50–100 mg once daily.
- 100 mg is a common maintenance or maximum daily dose for hypertension.
- Can be taken with or without food.
- Take regularly at the same time each day.
Common Side Effects
- Dizziness
- Fatigue
- Headache
- Low blood pressure
- Increased potassium levels (hyperkalemia)
- Changes in kidney function
Important Precautions
⚠️ Do not use during pregnancy.
- Use cautiously in patients with kidney disease, liver disease, or dehydration.
- Potassium supplements and potassium-containing salt substitutes should only be used under medical supervision.
- Blood pressure, kidney function, and potassium levels may require periodic monitoring.
Product Summary
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic Name | Losartan potassium |
| Strength | 100 mg |
| Pack Size | 28 tablets |
| Dosage Form | Film-coated tablets |
| Therapeutic Class | Angiotensin II Receptor Blocker (ARB) |
| Route | Oral |
| Indications | Hypertension, diabetic kidney disease, stroke risk reduction |
Advantages
- Once-daily dosing.
- Generally well tolerated.
- Less likely to cause the persistent dry cough associated with ACE inhibitors.
- Provides kidney protection in appropriate patients with diabetes.
Storage
- Store below 25–30°C.
- Protect from moisture.
- Keep in the original packaging.
- Keep out of reach of children.
Prescription Status: Prescription-only medicine.
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