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REPACE 100 MG (LOSARTAN POTASSIUM)
WHAT IS LOSARTAN POTASSIUM (REPACE 100 MG)?
Losartan Potassium is a medicine mainly used for the treatment of hypertension or high blood pressure. This medicine is an angiotensin II receptor antagonist that prevents the blood vessels from narrowing which improves blood flow and lowers blood pressure. It is also used to reduce the risk of stroke in certain people with heart disease. Another use of Losartan Potassium is to protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes. Losartan Potassium is sold under various trade names, a couple of which are Cozaar, Losar (made by Unichem), and Repace (made by Sun Pharma). This medicine may also be prescribed for conditions other than those listed here.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT LOSARTAN POTASSIUM (REPACE 100 MG)
Do not take Losartan Potassium (Cozaar, Losar, Repace) if you have a known allergy to Losartan Potassium. To make sure that this medicine is safe for you, inform your doctor in advance if you have any of these conditions: congestive heart failure, kidney disease (or if you are on dialysis), liver disease, or if you are dehydrated. In rare cases, Losartan Potassium can lead to a condition that results in the breakdown of skeletal muscle tissue, causing kidney failure. Seek medical attention right away if you have unexplained muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness especially if you also have a fever, unusual fatigue, and dark-colored urine. Losartan Potassium is a pregnancy category D drug. Do not take if you are a pregnant woman. If you become pregnant during the treatment with this medicine, stop taking it and contact your doctor immediately. Losartan Potassium can cause injury or death of an unborn baby if pregnant women take it in the second or third trimester. Use of effective birth control is recommended while taking this medicine. It is not known whether Losartan Potassium can pass into breast milk and harm a nursing baby. Do not take this medicine without your doctor’s advice if you are breastfeeding. Losartan Potassium may increase your potassium levels. Hence, avoid potassium supplements or salt substitutes that contain potassium while taking this medicine.
BEFORE TAKING LOSARTAN POTASSIUM (REPACE 100 MG)
Before taking Losartan Potassium (Cozaar, Losar, Repace), take care of all the precautions mentioned above. Discuss them with your doctor and clear all doubts which you may have about this drug.
HOW SHOULD I TAKE LOSARTAN POTASSIUM (REPACE 100 MG)?
Take Losartan Potassium strictly according to your doctor’s direction or according to the instructions on the medication label. Do not alter the dosage unless your doctor advises you to do so. Also, do not take this medication after the prescribed period is over. All medications come with a patient leaflet. Refer to the instructions in them for detailed information on that particular medication. Losartan Potassium can be taken with or without food. Always store this medicine in a cool and dry place. It may take up to 4 weeks of regular intake (as directed) for Losartan Potassium to reign in your blood pressure. You may have to take this medicine for many years, even if you look fine. High blood pressure doesn’t have any outward signs. Always store this medicine in a cool and dry place. While taking Losartan Potassium, watch out for vomiting, diarrhea, or excessive sweating. These can lead to severe dehydration which can further lower your blood pressure. Low blood pressure can be a dangerous and fatal condition. Contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of these conditions while taking this medicine
WHAT IF I MISS A DOSE FOR LOSARTAN POTASSIUM (REPACE 100 MG)?
If you miss a dose of Losartan Potassium, take it as soon as you remember. Don’t take the missed dose if the time to take the next dose is almost up. Taking multiple doses near to each other can lead to excess medication in your body which can be harmful.
WHAT IF I OVERDOSE FRO LOSARTAN POTASSIUM (REPACE 100 MG)?
In case of an overdose of Losartan Potassium, get emergency medical attention or call the Doctor Immediately.
THINGS AND ACTIVITIES TO AVOID WHILE TAKING LOSARTAN POTASSIUM (REPACE 100 MG)
Avoid or limit alcohol consumption while taking Losartan Potassium. This medicine can cause dizziness. To limit dizziness, do not get up from a lying or sitting position suddenly. Losartan Potassium may increase your potassium levels. Hence, avoid potassium supplements or salt substitutes that contain potassium while taking this medicine.
WHAT IS COMMON SIDE EFFECTS FOR LOSARTAN POTASSIUM (REPACE 100 MG)?
Numbness, Pain in extremity, Back pain, Bone pain, Joint pain, Chest pain, Difficulty in swallowing, Facial swelling, Lip swelling, Heartburn, Hoarseness of voice, Muscle Cramp
WHAT IS DOSING INFORMATION FOR LOSARTAN POTASSIUM (REPACE 100 MG)?
Losartan Potassium dosage may depend on a range of factors like age, sex, drug allergies, or seriousness of the condition among several other factors. Your dosage will be determined by your doctor after examining you properly. Remember to follow your doctor’s advice properly for the best results.
WHAT IS INTERACTION WITH OTHER DRUGS FOR LOSARTAN POTASSIUM (REPACE 100 MG)?
Many other drugs can interact with Losartan Potassium. Let your doctor know in advance if you use any other drugs or related products (OTC vitamin pills or other medicines, or herbal products), especially the following ones: other medicines that lower blood pressure, lithium, celecoxib, aspirin, or NSAIDs (ibuprofen, naproxen, or others), heart disease medication, a potassium supplement such as K-Dur, Klor-Con, salt substitutes that contain potassium, or a diuretic. These are not the only drugs that can interact with Losartan Potassium. There may be others. Never start a new medication without proper medical advice.
WHAT IS EXPERT ADVICE FOR LOSARTAN POTASSIUM (REPACE 100 MG)?
• The drug can make you dizzy for the first few days. Be careful while driving and while operating heavy machinery.
• Consult your doctor if you get dizziness, fatigue, cough, or throat irritation that doesn’t go away.
• Do not take this drug if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
• Check your blood pressure 1 week after starting the drug and consult your doctor if it does not improve.
• Consult your doctor immediately if you have unexplained muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness especially if you also have a fever, unusual tiredness, and dark-colored urine.
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