Los H: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Los H Information

Los H is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Los H also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Los H. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

The side effects typically associated with Los H include Abdominal Pain, Cough. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Los H as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Los H are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Los H's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Moderate while nursing. In addition, Los H's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Los H related warnings section.

Los H is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Allergy are examples of such conditions. The section on Los H contraindications lists all such conditions.

Drug interactions for Los H have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.

You should also be aware that Los H is safe while driving, and is addiction.

Los H Benefits & Uses
Los H Dosage & How to Take
Los H Side Effects
Los H Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Los H with Other Drugs
Los H Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Los H
Los H Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Los H Benefits & Uses

Los H is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

High BP (Read More - Home Remedies for High Blood Pressure)

Los H Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 12.5 mg hydrochlorothiazide and 50 mg losartan
Geriatric	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 12.5 mg hydrochlorothiazide and 50 mg losartan

Los H Related Warnings

Is the use of Los H safe for pregnant women?

Los H shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Los H safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Los H. If you see any side effects, stop taking Los H immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Los H again, only after your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Los H on the Kidneys?

Los H may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Los H on the Liver?

You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Los H. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Los H on the Heart?

No research work has been carried out till date on effects of Los H on heart. So it is not known whether taking Los H will cause side effects on heart or not.

Unknown

Severe Interaction of Los H with Other Drugs

Los H should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Aliskiren

Captopril

Moderate

Diclofenac

Dexamethasone

Los H Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Los H unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Allergy
Congestive Heart Failure (CHF)
Angioedema

Frequently asked Questions about Los H

Is this Los H habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Los H has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Los H does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Los H is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Los H is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Los H Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Los H

It is safe to take Los H with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Los H

Taking alcohol with Los H can be dangerous.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Los H

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Los H cause hair loss?

Dr. Joydeep Sarkar MBBS , Internal Medicine

No, Los H does not cause hair loss (alopecia). It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. If you are experiencing any unusual hair loss after taking this drug, then it might be due to some other reason and you are advised to discuss it with your doctor.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Los H without consulting a doctor?

Dr. K. M. Bhatt MBBS, PG Dip , Cardiology, Pediatrics, General Surgery, General Physician, Emergency Medicine, Physical Medicine

No, Los H is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful to the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation because it can cause very unpleasant side effects. Hence, the patient should seek doctors advice before taking this medication by himself or herself.

Question about 5 years ago

Can Los H used to treat in children?

Dr. Saurabh Shakya MBBS , General Physician

Yes, you can use Los H to treat in children but, above the age of 6 years old, the minimum dose recommended in patients who weigh between 20 and 50kg.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Los H cause difficulty in breathing or swallowing?

Dr. Mayank Yadav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Los H may cause difficulty in breathing. It has been reported in rare patients who are taking this drug. If you are experiencing the same after taking this drug, you must call your doctor immediately.

Question over 4 years ago

Can Los H cause kidney failure?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Los H may affect the kidney function including kidney failure on discontinuation of treatment. It is a common side effect of this drug, so do not discontinue treatment own your own.