Question 1

What is Losartan Potassium used for?

Accepted Answer

High blood pressure (hypertension), protecting the kidneys in people with diabetes, heart failure, reducing the risk of stroke

Question 2

How do you take Losartan Potassium?

Accepted Answer

Adults usually start with one 50mg tablet taken once a day, with or without food. Your doctor may increase it to 100mg once daily if your blood pressure is not well controlled. Try to take it at the same time every day. Popular brands in Nigeria include Emzor Losartan, Heartlic, AG Losartan, Czartan, and Azegnar.

Question 3

What are the side effects of Losartan Potassium?

Accepted Answer

Dizziness or feeling lightheaded especially when you stand up quickly, mild headache, tiredness or weakness, stuffy nose, back pain

Question 4

Who should not take Losartan Potassium?

Accepted Answer

People who are allergic to losartan or any of its ingredients, pregnant women or women planning to become pregnant, people with severe liver problems, people who are taking aliskiren (another blood pressure drug) together with diabetes, and children under 6 years old.

Question 5

Is Losartan Potassium safe during pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

Losartan is NOT safe during pregnancy — it can cause serious harm or death to your unborn baby, especially in the second and third trimesters. If you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding, tell your doctor immediately.

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