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Losartan<\/span>, known by the brand name<\/span> Cozaar<\/span>, is a prescription drug approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to treat high blood pressure and kidney problems. Losartan can also help reduce the risk of strokes and heart attacks. Losartan is classified as an ARB that relaxes the blood vessels to allow blood to flow more freely.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n- \n
Losartan has the potential to cause low blood pressure<\/span> (hypotension)<\/span> and high potassium levels<\/span> (hyperkalemia)<\/span>, especially when taken with other medications.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n- \n
Drugs that may interact with losartan include nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors, potassium-sparing diuretics, and beta blockers.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n- \n
Be aware of signs of possible interaction with losartan, such as rapid or irregular heartbeat, heart palpitations, chest pain, and muscle weakness. If you experience any of these symptoms, contact your healthcare provider immediately.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n- \n
Consult a healthcare provider before starting treatment with losartan and discuss your current medications, other medical conditions, and allergies.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n
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Losartan<\/span>, known by the brand name<\/span> Cozaar<\/span>, is a prescription drug approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to treat high blood pressure and kidney problems. Losartan can also help reduce the risk of strokes and heart attacks. Losartan is classified as an ARB that relaxes the blood vessels to allow blood to flow more freely.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n Losartan has the potential to cause low blood pressure<\/span> (hypotension)<\/span> and high potassium levels<\/span> (hyperkalemia)<\/span>, especially when taken with other medications.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n Drugs that may interact with losartan include nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors, potassium-sparing diuretics, and beta blockers.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n Be aware of signs of possible interaction with losartan, such as rapid or irregular heartbeat, heart palpitations, chest pain, and muscle weakness. If you experience any of these symptoms, contact your healthcare provider immediately.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n Consult a healthcare provider before starting treatment with losartan and discuss your current medications, other medical conditions, and allergies.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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