Losartan (Losartan Potassium) belongs to the class of medicines called angiotensin II receptor antagonists. Losartan works by blocking the action of some natural substances that tighten the blood vessels. It is prescribed as a treatment for high blood pressure (hypertension).
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Losartan is a drug for the treatment of high blood pressure or hypertension and to help protect the kidneys from the damage due to diabetes. Losartan is also prescribed for the purpose of lowering the patient’s risk of strokes if he has an enlarged heart and high blood pressure. Bringing down the high blood pressure can help in the prevention of heart attacks, strokes, and kidney problems. This drug belongs to the class of medicines known as angiotensin receptor blockers.
Losartan belongs to the class of medicines called angiotensin II receptor antagonists. Losartan works by blocking the action of some natural substances that tighten the blood vessels. Losartan allows the smooth flow of blood and the heart to pump blood more efficiently.
The main benefit of taking Losartan (Losartan Potassium) is lowering blood pressure. The medicine also effectively lowers the risk of strokes in patients with high blood pressure and an enlarged heart. This medicine is effective in lowering blood pressure, which results in the prevention of strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems.
Follow strictly the directions on the prescription label. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if there is anything that you do not understand. Take Losartan exactly as directed by your doctor. Do not take more or less of it or take it more often than prescribed by your doctor.
Losartan comes as a tablet that should be taken by mouth. It is usually taken once or twice daily with or without a meal. It will help you remember to take Losartan if you will take it at around the same time each day.
Your doctor will likely start you on a low dose of this medication and gradually increase the dose as your body gets used to it.
When giving this medication to a child, and the child cannot swallow a tablet, talk to your doctor or pharmacist. Your pharmacist can prepare a liquid form of Losartan for your child.
Losartan controls high blood pressure but does not cure it. Expect your blood pressure to decrease during the first few weeks of treatment, but you may notice the full benefits of the medication after 3 to 6 weeks. Continue to take this medication even if you start feeling well. Do not stop taking this medication with the approval of your doctor.
Losartan tablet is usually taken once or twice daily, depending on the instruction of your doctor. Your doctor will likely start you on the low dose of this medication, gradually increasing the dose as your body gets used to it.
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