Losar H Tablet

Composition of Losar H Tablet

Losar H Tablet contains Losartan (50mg) + Hydrochlorothiazide (12.5mg). It belongs to the Angiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB) + Thiazide diuretic class of medicines.

Uses of Losar H Tablet

• Treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure)
• especially when single-drug therapy is inadequate; helps reduce risk of stroke in certain patients with hypertension and left ventricular hypertrophy (as advised by doctor).

Key benefits

• Lowers high blood pressure
• Reduces risk of cardiovascular complications
• Helps prevent stroke risk in eligible patients
• Provides additive BP control with combination therapy
• Helps reduce fluid overload via diuretic effect

How Losar H Tablet works

Losartan is an angiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB) that relaxes blood vessels by blocking AT1 receptors, lowering blood pressure. Hydrochlorothiazide is a thiazide diuretic that increases urine output to reduce fluid and salt load, further lowering blood pressure.

How to take Losar H Tablet

Take by mouth as prescribed, usually once daily at the same time each day. Can be taken with or without food. Swallow whole with water; do not stop abruptly without medical advice. Your doctor may monitor BP, kidney function and electrolytes.

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 Losar H Tablet

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

• Dizziness
• headache
• fatigue
• increased urination
• low blood pressure
• nausea
• muscle cramps
• increased blood urea/creatinine
• low potassium or sodium
• increased uric acid

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 Losar H Tablet

Warnings and precautions

Not recommended in pregnancy (can harm fetus) and should be avoided, especially in 2nd/3rd trimester. Use caution in kidney disease, liver disease, dehydration, low salt states, gout, diabetes, and in elderly; may cause dizziness—avoid driving if affected. Monitor electrolytes (potassium, sodium), kidney function and blood pressure regularly. Seek urgent care for swelling of face/lips/throat (angioedema) or severe dehydration.

Do not take Losar H 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

ACE inhibitors/aliskiren (increased risk of kidney impairment and high potassium; avoid in diabetes with aliskiren), potassium supplements or potassium-sparing diuretics (hyperkalemia), NSAIDs (reduced effect and kidney risk), lithium (toxicity), other antihypertensives (additive hypotension), steroids/diuretics (electrolyte imbalance), antidiabetic medicines (may alter glucose control), alcohol (increased dizziness)

How to store Losar H Tablet

Store below 25°C in a dry place, protected from light and moisture. Keep in original pack and out of reach of children.

Expert advice for Losar H Tablet

<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 Losar-H Tablet for the treatment of high blood pressure.</li> <li><div>It can be taken with or without food.</div></li> <li><div>Losar-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 Losar-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:

TORRENT PHARMACEUTICALS

Therapeutic class:

Antihypertensive

Drug class:

Angiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB) + Thiazide diuretic