Lotace 25 Mg Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Lotace Information

Lotace is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. High BP are some of its major therapeutic uses. Lotace also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The correct dosage of Lotace depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Lotace as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Lotace are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

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

Other contraindications of Lotace have been discussed in the sections ahead.

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

In addition to the above precautions for Lotace, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

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

Lotace Benefits & Uses

Lotace is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

Diabetic Nephropathy

Lotace 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

Lotace Related Warnings

Is the use of Lotace safe for pregnant women?

Lotace has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Lotace without medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Lotace safe during breastfeeding?

Lotace may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.

Mild
What is the effect of Lotace on the Kidneys?

There are no side effects of Lotace on the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Lotace on the Liver?

Side effects of Lotace rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Lotace on the Heart?

Lotace has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Lotace with Other Drugs

Lotace 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

Lotace Contraindications

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

Hyperkalemia
Angioedema

Frequently asked Questions about Lotace

Is this Lotace habit forming or addictive?

Lotace does not cause addiction.

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

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Lotace 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?

No, Lotace cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Lotace Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Lotace

Lotace 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 Lotace

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

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Lotace

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Lotace without consulting a doctor?

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

No, Lotace 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 over 5 years ago

What is Lotace?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Lotace 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. Lotace 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.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Lotace cause hair loss?

Dr. Joydeep Sarkar MBBS , Internal Medicine

No, Lotace 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 over 4 years ago

What special dietary instructions should I follow?

Dr. Braj Bhushan Ojha BAMS , Gastroenterology, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Ayurveda, Sexology, Diabetology

You should not use salt substitutes containing potassium without consulting your doctor. If your doctor recommends you for low sodium diet, follow that instruction carefully.