Losatrust 50 Mg Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Losatrust Information

Losatrust is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of High BP. Secondary and off-label uses of Losatrust have also been mentioned below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Losatrust. 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.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Losatrust as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Losatrust normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

In addition, Losatrust's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Losatrust has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Losatrust related warnings section.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Losatrust contraindications section.

Drug interactions for Losatrust have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Losatrust is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

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

Losatrust Benefits & Uses

Losatrust is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

Diabetic Nephropathy

Losatrust 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: Diabetic Nephropathy Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 0.7 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Losatrust Related Warnings

Is the use of Losatrust safe for pregnant women?

Losatrust should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.

Severe
Is the use of Losatrust safe during breastfeeding?

Side effects of Losatrust on breastfeeding women are very mild.

Mild
What is the effect of Losatrust on the Kidneys?

Using Losatrust does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Losatrust on the Liver?

Losatrust has very mild side effects on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Losatrust on the Heart?

Side effects of Losatrust rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Losatrust with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Amiloride

Moderate

Acarbose

Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan,Paracetamol,Phenylephrine

Aspirin

Codeine

Ibuprofen

Losatrust Contraindications

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

Hyperkalemia
Angioedema

Frequently asked Questions about Losatrust

Is this Losatrust habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Losatrust.

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

After taking Losatrust you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Losatrust only on doctor's advice.

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

No, Losatrust is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Losatrust Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Losatrust

Losatrust may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Losatrust

Taking alcohol with Losatrust can be dangerous.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Losatrust

Question over 4 years ago

Can Losatrust cause kidney failure?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Losatrust 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.

Question about 5 years ago

Can Losatrust used to treat in children?

Dr. Saurabh Shakya MBBS , General Physician

Yes, you can use Losatrust 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 almost 5 years ago

Does Losatrust cause debility?

Dr. Kumawat Vijay Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Losatrust can cause debility. It has been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. If you are experiencing the same after taking this drug, you are advised to consult about it with your doctor.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I discontinue Losatrust on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

No, Losatrust should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.

Question over 5 years ago

What is Losatrust?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Losatrust is a brand name of losartan and it is available in the form of a tablet. It belongs to the class of medicine called angiotensin-II receptor antagonists. Losatrust is a prescription drug that is used alone or in combination with other medications to treat high blood pressure. it is also used to treat kidney disease in a patient who has diabetes.