How Losartan works

Losartan is an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB). It works by blocking the hormone angiotensin thereby relaxing blood vessels, allowing the blood to flow more smoothly and the heart to pump more efficiently.

Side Effects

Dizziness, Back pain, Sinus inflammation, Increased potassium level in blood

Usage

Losartan is used in the treatment of high blood pressure
Decreasing high blood pressure lowers the risk of heart attack and stroke.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Is Losartan a blood thinner?

No, Losartan is from a class of medications called angiotensin II receptor antagonists. It works by blocking the action of certain natural substances that tighten the blood vessels, allowing the blood to flow more smoothly and the heart to pump more efficiently

Q. Is Losartan safe?

Losartan is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor

Q. Is losartan the same as losartan potassium?

Yes. Losartan is available in the market as losartan potassium. So, the salt form of losartan contains potassium, however, check the bottle before use

Q. Is Losartan generic?

Yes, it is the generic drug

Q. Is losartan a water pill?

No, it belongs to a class of medications called angiotensin II receptor antagonists

Q. Is Losartan gluten free?

Yes. Losartan is gluten free. However, please refer to package insert of the prescribed brand before use

Q. Does losartan contain potassium?

Losartan is available in the market as losartan potassium. So, the salt form of losartan contains potassium, however, check the bottle before use

Q. Can I take losartan with Benadryl/atenolol/Xanax/Viagra/Nyquil/metoprolol?

Atenolol, metoprolol and Xanax may lower blood pressure when taken along with losartan. No clinically observed drug interaction is observed with Viagra, Nyquil, and alcohol. Please follow doctor’s advice regarding its use

Q. Does Losartan cause constipation/infrequent urination/ drowsiness/ headache/ itching/ cough/ lower heart rate?

Losartan causes headache, drowsiness. Constipation, infrequent urination, itching, cough and low heart rate are not reported. Patient should fallow doctor’s advice regarding the possible side effects.