Lostat
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Lostat Information
Lostat Benefits & Uses
Lostat is used to treat the following -
Lostat 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.
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Ingredients of Lostat
Lostat Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Lostat is used -
- Dizziness Mild
- Weakness
- Stomach ache Mild
- Anxiety Mild
- Blurred vision
- Confusion
- Coma
- Difficulty breathing
- Irregular heartbeat
- Nausea or vomiting
- Depression Moderate
- Infection
- Back Pain Mild
- Nasal congestion
- Flatulence Mild
- Loss of appetite
- Dry Mouth Mild
- Constipation Moderate
Lostat Related Warnings
Is the use of Lostat safe for pregnant women?
Lostat shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
SevereIs the use of Lostat safe during breastfeeding?
Lostat has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
MildWhat is the effect of Lostat on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Lostat on the kidneys.
SafeWhat is the effect of Lostat on the Liver?
Lostat is rarely harmful for the liver.
MildWhat is the effect of Lostat on the Heart?
Lostat may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
MildSevere Interaction of Lostat with Other Drugs
Lostat should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Acarbose
Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan,Paracetamol,Phenylephrine
Aspirin
Codeine
Ibuprofen
Lostat Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Lostat unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Hyperkalemia
- Angioedema
Frequently asked Questions about Lostat
Is this Lostat habit forming or addictive?
Lostat does not cause addiction.
NoIs it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Lostat you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
DangerousIs it safe?
Yes, but take Lostat only as per medical advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's adviseIs it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Lostat in mental disorders is not effective.
NoLostat Interactions with Food and Alcohol
Interaction between Food and Lostat
When consumed with certain foods, Lostat may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
MildInteraction between Alcohol and Lostat
Taking Lostat with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Severe
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References
- US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Cozaar® (losartan potassium)
- KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 506
- April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 169-173
