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How to Take Losartan and it's Dose

Written by - Anushta Chandrapalan, M.Sc

Medically Checked by - Dr. M. Sree Mohana Preetha, Doctor of Pharmacy

Last Updated on Nov 08, 2024

It comes as a tablet to take by mouth, with or without food.

Dosage & When it is to be taken

Adult: PO- The recommended dose is 50 mg once daily. Max: 100 mg/day.

When it is not to be taken (Contraindications)

Contraindicated in patients with severe kidney problem, during third trimester of pregnancy, and hypersensitivity.

Drug Name : Losartan

This medication is an angiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB), prescribed for high blood pressure.

Trade Names/Brand Names of Losartan

India :

Losakind | Eslo Tan | Covance D | Giftan (50mg) | Vazortan (25mg) | Actilop (25mg) | Actilop (25mg) | Covamlo | Etotan-R | Angizaar FC (25mg)

International :

Cozaar

Last Updated on Nov 08, 2024

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