Losanorm-25 mg Tablet

Composition of Losanorm-25 mg Tablet

Losanorm-25 mg Tablet contains Losartan (25mg). It belongs to the Angiotensin receptor blocker / ACE inhibitor class of medicines.

Uses of Losanorm-25 mg Tablet

Hypertension (high blood pressure) Heart Failure Prevention of heart attack and stroke

Key benefits

• In Hypertension (high blood pressure) Hypertension (high blood pressure) is a condition where the force of blood against the artery walls stays consistently high
• increasing the risk of heart
• brain
• and kidney problems. Losanorm 25 Tablet helps lower and stabilize blood pressure
• easing the strain on the heart and blood vessels. It supports better circulation and helps individuals feel more energetic and protected from long-term complications. In Heart Failure Heart failure is a condition where the heart can't pump blood effectively
• leading to tiredness
• shortness of breath
• and swelling in the legs.Losanorm 25 Tablet improves heart function and reduces the symptoms that limit daily activity. It supports better heart performance
• improves comfort
• and helps individuals live more actively and with greater stability. In Prevention of heart attack and stroke Prevention of heart attack and stroke is important for people with heart disease
• high blood pressure
• or diabetes. Losanorm 25 Tablet protects the heart and brain by improving blood flow and lowering pressure in the arteries. It reduces the risk of life-threatening events and supports long-term cardiovascular health and peace of mind. Show More

How Losanorm-25 mg Tablet works

Losanorm 25 Tablet is an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB). It relaxes blood vessel by blocking the action of a chemical that usually makes blood vessels tighter. This lowers the blood pressure, allowing the blood to flow more smoothly to different organs and the heart to pump more efficiently.

How to take Losanorm-25 mg Tablet

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. Losanorm 25 Tablet may be taken with or without food.

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

If you miss a dose of Losanorm 25 Tablet, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.

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. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Losanorm-25 mg Tablet

Most side effects of Losanorm-25 mg are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Dizziness Back pain Sinus inflammation Increased potassium level in blood

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 Losanorm-25 mg Tablet

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.

Do not take Losanorm-25 mg 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.

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.

How to store Losanorm-25 mg Tablet

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

Expert advice for Losanorm-25 mg Tablet

Take it at the same time every day to help you remember to take it. It can make you feel dizzy for the first few days. Rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down for a long time. Your doctor may get regular tests done to monitor the level of urea, creatinine, and potassium in your blood. Avoid taking anti-inflammatory medicines such as ibuprofen along with this medicine without consulting your doctor. Do not stop taking it suddenly without talking to your doctor. Do not take Losanorm 25 Tablet during pregnancy. Tell your doctor if you conceive while taking Losanorm 25 Tablet. Take it at the same time every day to help you remember to take it. It can make you feel dizzy for the first few days. Rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down for a long time. Your doctor may get regular tests done to monitor the level of urea, creatinine, and potassium in your blood. Avoid taking anti-inflammatory medicines such as ibuprofen along with this medicine without consulting your doctor. Do not take Losanorm 25 Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Do not stop taking it suddenly without talking to your doctor.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

IPCA LABORATORIES LTD`

Therapeutic class:

CARDIAC

Drug class:

Angiotensin receptor blocker / ACE inhibitor

Chemical class:

Biphenyl derivative