Losatan AM Tablet (Losartan 50mg / Amlodipine 5mg)

Losatan Am Tablet belongs to the class of anti-hypertensive drugs, primarily used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Hypertension is a medical condition in which blood pressure is elevated persistently in the arteries. It is considered as an essential risk factor for cardiovascular diseases. Losatan Am Tablet lowers the blood pressure by widening and relaxing blood vessels.

Losatan Am Tablet is a fixed-dose combination composed of two medicines, namely, Losartan and Amlodipine. Losartan belongs to a group of drugs called angiotensin II receptor antagonists. It lowers the blood pressure and increases the blood flow by preventing the narrowing of blood vessels. Losartan is also used to treat stroke and slow down kidney damage in people with type 2 diabetes. Amlodipine is a calcium channel blocker that dilates (widens) blood vessels and increases blood flow. Altogether, it helps to lower high blood pressure, chest pain (angina) and other conditions caused by coronary artery disease.

Losatan Am Tablet is available in the form of oral tablets. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. You can take Losatan Am Tablet with or without food at regular intervals, as prescribed by the doctor. Do not crush, chew or break it. Your doctor will decide the dosage based on your medical condition.

In some cases, Losatan Am Tablet can cause side effects like sleepiness, taste changes, ankle swelling, headache, flushing (feeling warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk), dizziness, tiredness, palpitations (irregular heartbeat), upset stomach, and hyperkalaemia (increased potassium levels in the blood). Most of these side effects of Losatan Am Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if these side effects persist longer, please consult your doctor.

If you are known to be allergic to Losatan Am Tablet or any other medicines, please inform your doctor. Before taking Losatan Am Tablet, let your doctor know if you have any kidney or liver problems or severe dehydration. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking it. It is advised to complete the prescribed course, even if you feel better. Please do not stop taking Losatan Am Tablet on your own, as it may lead to the recurrence of symptoms or worsen the condition. Do not consume alcohol with Losatan Am Tablet as it may increase the risk of low blood pressure. Avoid potassium supplements with Losatan Am Tablet as it may lead to high potassium levels in the blood.

High blood pressure (hypertension)

Losatan Am Tablet is an anti-hypertensive drug that treats high blood pressure (hypertension). Losatan Am Tablet lowers the blood pressure by widening and relaxing blood vessels. Losatan Am Tablet consists of two medicines, namely: Losartan and Amlodipine. Losartan is an angiotensin II receptor antagonist. It lowers the blood pressure and increases the blood flow by preventing the narrowing of blood vessels. Losartan is also used to treat stroke and slow down kidney damage in people with type 2 diabetes. Amlodipine is a calcium channel blocker that dilates (widens) blood vessels and increases blood flow. Altogether, it helps to lower high blood pressure, chest pain (angina) and other conditions caused by coronary artery disease.

Losatan Am Tablet is available in the form of oral tablets. Use Losatan Am Tablet only when prescribed by a doctor. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. You can take Losatan Am Tablet with or without food at regular intervals, as prescribed by the doctor. Do not crush, chew or break it. Your doctor will decide the dosage based on the severity of your medical condition.

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Like every medicine, Losatan Am Tablet has some side effects like sleepiness, taste changes, ankle swelling, headache, flushing (feeling warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk), dizziness, tiredness, palpitations (irregular heartbeat), upset stomach, and hyperkalaemia (increased potassium levels in the blood). Most of these side effects of Losatan Am Tablet do not require medical attention and go away during the treatment. If these side effects persist longer or worsen, seek medical help.