Losartan potassium is a substance that dilates blood vessels, facilitating the passage of blood and the work of the heart to pump. Thus, this medication is widely used to lower high blood pressure and relieve symptoms of heart failure.
This substance can be found in conventional pharmacies in the form of generic or under different trade names such as Losartan, Corus, Cozaar, Torlós, Valtrian, Zart and Zaarpress, for example.
Price
The price of losartan usually varies between 15 and 80 reais, depending on the brand name, dosage and number of tablets in the product box.
What is it for
Losartan is indicated for the treatment of high blood pressure or heart failure, reducing the risk of serious complications such as stroke or heart attack.
How to use
The recommended dose should be directed by a general practitioner or cardiologist as it varies according to the problem being treated, the symptoms, other medicines being used and the body's response to the medicine.
However, the general guidelines indicate:
- High blood pressure: It is usually advised to take 50 mg once daily, however, the dose may be increased up to 100 mg.
- Heart failure: The starting dose is usually 12.5 mg per day, but may be increased up to 50 mg.
Usually this medicine is ingested in the morning but can be used at any time of day as it maintains its action for 24 hours.
Possible side effects
Some of the most common side effects of using Losartan include dizziness, marked decrease in blood pressure, excessive tiredness, headache, decreased blood sugar, excessive potassium in the blood or anemia.
Who should not take
This medicine should not be used by pregnant or lactating women, as well as people with liver problems, allergies to any of the components of the formula or who are being treated with medicines containing aliskiren.
