Lozartan preparation: instructions for use

Means "Lozartan" - a drug that is prescribed for arterial hypertension and is an antagonist of angiotensin II receptors. Quickly absorbed in the gastrointestinal tract. The drug is produced by various pharmaceutical companies and may have different names (for example, medicament "Lozartan-Teva"). It is important to begin treatment with it only after consulting a specialist.

The drug "Lozartan": instructions for use (indications)

As already mentioned, the main indication for the use of this drug is arterial hypertension. The drug "Losartan" reduces the risk of cardiovascular morbidity and deaths in patients with left ventricular hypertrophy or hypertension. Protects kidneys in people who have type 2 diabetes with proteinuria. Slows the progression of renal failure.

The drug "Losartan": instructions for use (dosage and contraindications)

The average dose of the drug is 50 mg once a day. If necessary, the dose can be reduced to 25 ml per day or increased to 100 mg. With increasing dosage, you can take the medicine twice a day. In any case, the adoption of such decisions must be carried out under strict doctor control.

The drug is contraindicated during pregnancy, breastfeeding, as well as with increased sensitivity to the eponymous main component.

Lozartan: instructions for use (side effects)

If the drug is taken incorrectly or when it is used in the presence of contraindications, there may be disorders from various organs / systems of the human body. Among such side effects:

• Disorders of the cardiovascular system (orthostatic hypotension, dizziness);
• Metabolic disorder (hyperkalemia);
• Allergy (swelling of the face, pharynx, tongue or lips, urticaria);
• Dermatological reactions (rash, itching);
• Impaired liver or kidney function.

Studies have shown that the drug "Losartan" during pregnancy can cause impaired development of the fetus and cause fading of the fetus or death of the newborn. Most likely, this is due to the influence of the main active ingredient on the metabolism. In addition, the researchers found that it is excreted in breast milk in significant concentrations.

Lozartan: instructions for use (more information)

When treating the drug simultaneously with taking diuretics, you can develop arterial hypotension. Do not also take the drug "Losartan" with potassium preparations. It is used with caution in stenosis of the renal artery.

Patients who suffer from a deficiency of sodium or liquid before treatment should make correction for violations or reduce dosage. If the kidney function is impaired, the dose should also be reduced. When treating the drug it is important to monitor the level of potassium in the blood, especially in the elderly. As for children, safety and efficacy have not been adequately studied at the moment.

Since there are many drugs with the active substance losartan, pharmacies have plenty to choose from: drugs "Lozartan-Teva", "Losartan-Richter" and others. Medicines of different manufacturers do not differ from each other in almost anything, but it is better to choose exactly the remedy that the doctor prescribed.

Attention! This instruction is intended for familiarization with the preparation and its properties. This information should not influence the decision to take the medicine or cancel it without consulting a doctor. Before taking it, we advise you to carefully read the manufacturer's annotation and follow all instructions for use.