Lostan: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Lostan Information

Lostan is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of High BP. Other than this, Lostan has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The correct dosage of Lostan depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Lostan have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Lostan 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.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Lostan is Severe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Lostan related warnings talks about Lostan's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

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

Additionally, Lostan may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

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

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

Lostan Benefits & Uses

Lostan is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

Diabetic Nephropathy

Lostan 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

Lostan Related Warnings

Is the use of Lostan safe for pregnant women?

Lostan 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 Lostan safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can take Lostan as it bears very minor side effects for them.

Mild
What is the effect of Lostan on the Kidneys?

Lostan is not harmful for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Lostan on the Liver?

Lostan has very mild side effects on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Lostan on the Heart?

Lostan is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Lostan with Other Drugs

Lostan 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

Lostan Contraindications

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

Hyperkalemia
Angioedema

Frequently asked Questions about Lostan

Is this Lostan habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Lostan.

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

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Lostan only as per medical advice.

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

Lostan is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Lostan Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Lostan

When consumed with certain foods, Lostan may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Lostan

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Lostan as it can have severe side effects.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Lostan

Question about 5 years ago

Can Lostan and amlodipine be taken together

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

Yes, you can use Lostan along with amlodipine, there is no side effects are seen if taken together. In fact, it gives beneficial effects, but it always recommended to take under medical supervision

Question almost 5 years ago

Can Lostan and hydrochlorothiazide be taken together

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Yes, you can use Lostan along with hydrochlorothiazide, there is no side effects are seen if taken together. In fact, it gives beneficial effects, but it always recommended to take under medical supervision

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Lostan cause hair loss?

Dr. Joydeep Sarkar MBBS , Internal Medicine

No, Lostan 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 Lostan used to treat in children?

Dr. Saurabh Shakya MBBS , General Physician

Yes, you can use Lostan 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

Can Lostan cause kidney failure?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Lostan 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.