Losamax 25

Composition of Losamax 25

Losamax 25 contains Losartan (50mg) + Hydrochlorothiazide (12.5mg). It belongs to the Angiotensin receptor blocker / ACE inhibitor and Water tablet class of medicines.

Uses of Losamax 25

Losamax H Tablet is used in the treatment of high blood pressure.

Key benefits

• Protects the kidneys in diabetes
• Reduces the long-term risk of stroke and heart attack
• Usually taken once a day
• Relieves swelling and breathlessness caused by fluid
• Long-established blood pressure treatment
• Inexpensive and once daily

How Losamax 25 works

Losamax H Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Losartan and Hydrochlorothiazide, which lowers the blood pressure effectively. Losartan is an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB). It works by blocking the hormone angiotensin thereby relaxing blood vessels. This allows the blood to flow more smoothly and the heart to pump more efficiently. Hydrochlorothiazide is a diuretic that removes extra water and certain electrolytes from the body. Over time it also relaxes blood vessels and improves blood flow.

How to take Losamax 25

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Losamax H Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

Take it as soon as you remember. If your next dose is almost due, skip the one you missed — never take two doses together to catch up.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine can cause a severe fall in blood pressure, with dizziness, fainting and a fast or slow pulse. It can cause severe dehydration, a sharp fall in blood pressure and dangerous salt imbalances. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Losamax 25

Most side effects of Losamax are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Nausea Taste change Stomach upset Diarrhea Headache Dizziness Weakness Decreased blood pressure Increased blood uric acid Increased blood lipid level Glucose intolerance Electrolyte imbalance

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Losamax 25

Warnings and precautions

Stand up slowly for the first few days — dizziness on rising is common when you start or your dose goes up. Stop and seek urgent care if your lips, tongue, face or throat swell, or you have difficulty breathing. A persistent dry, tickly cough can be caused by the ACE inhibitor group; tell your doctor rather than stopping on your own, as an alternative exists. Your doctor will check your kidney function and potassium after starting and after any dose change. Do not use salt substitutes containing potassium without asking your doctor. Take it in the morning so that passing urine does not disturb your sleep. Your doctor will check your salts and kidney function with blood tests — do not skip them. Report muscle cramps, marked weakness, confusion or an irregular heartbeat; these can be signs your potassium or sodium has fallen. In hot weather or during an illness with vomiting or loose motions, tell your doctor — you may become dehydrated quickly.

Do not take Losamax if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Must not be used in pregnancy — it can seriously harm the developing baby. Not for people with narrowing of both kidney arteries, or a history of swelling of the face and throat caused by this group of medicines. Not for people who are unable to pass urine, or who are severely dehydrated.

Interactions with other medicines

Anti-inflammatory painkillers reduce the effect and can harm the kidneys when combined. Potassium supplements, potassium-sparing water tablets and salt substitutes can push potassium too high. Lithium levels rise when taken with these medicines. Anti-inflammatory painkillers blunt the effect and can strain the kidneys. Lithium and digoxin levels are affected; tell your doctor if you take either. Potassium-sparing types must not be combined with potassium supplements without supervision.

How to store Losamax 25

Store below 30°C in the original pack, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.

Expert advice for Losamax 25

<div class="style__desktop-container___1hcBT"><div class="style__desktop-video___2GTR9"><div class="styles__video-img___1rCzR"><div class=""/><div class=""/></div></div><div><div><div><div><div class="ExpertAdviceItem__content___1Djk2"><ul><li>You have been prescribed Losamax H Tablet for the treatment of high blood pressure.</li> <li><div>It can be taken with or without food.</div></li> <li><div>Losamax H Tablet may cause dehydration. Drink plenty of fluids and inform your doctor if you develop extreme thirst, muscle weakness or very dry mouth.</div></li> <li>It may cause dizziness. Get up slowly when rising from a sitting or lying position. </li> <li>Use of Losamax H Tablet during pregnancy or breastfeeding is unsafe.</li> <li>It may also decrease the risk of stroke and heart attacks.</li></ul></div></div></div></div></div></div>

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

INDOCO REMIDIES LIMITED`

Therapeutic class:

Anti-hypertensive and Diuretic

Drug class:

Angiotensin receptor blocker / ACE inhibitor and Water tablet