Losartan, sold under the brand name Cozaar among others, is a medication used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension)
Losartan (Cozaar) is taken by mouth, typically once daily, and is available as a lower-cost generic
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Common losartan side effects include dizziness, a stuffy nose, and tiredness
It works by blocking a substance in
Side Effects Drug Interactions Warnings and Precautions What Is Losartan and How Does It Work? Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure and to help protect the kidneys
It reduces the risk of stroke in these patients
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Common side effects of losartan include dizziness, stuffy nose, back pain, diarrhea, tiredness, low blood sugar, chest pain, and high or low blood
Depending on how high your blood
High blood pressure (hypertension) Don't hesitate to tell your doctor if you notice mood changes or other unpleasant side effects after starting a new medication, says Dr
Some experts initiate therapy with a single-pill combination containing low doses of
There’s a system in your body that helps maintain your blood pressure
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It works by blocking a substance in the body that causes the blood vessels to tighten
An irregular heartbeat (arrhythmia) has been reported with losartan but is rare
Within this class of medications, the most common medication is losartan
As part of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approval process, medications are screened for their
This relaxation causes the blood pressure to drop
Other side effects of the medication include dizziness, nausea, and symptoms of the common cold
Losartan can be taken by people who have tried ramipril or other ACE inhibitors but had to stop taking
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puffiness or swelling of the eyelids or around the eyes, face, lips, or tongue
This can cause high levels of potassium in your blood