Generic name:
losartan (loe SAR tan)
Drug class:
Losartan is an angiotensin II receptor antagonist.
Brand names:
COZAAR
Manufacturer:
Merck
Item info:
COZAAR (losartan
potassium) is a prescription drug used to lower high blood pressure or
hypertension. It also reduces the risk of stroke in patients with hypertension
and left ventricular hypertrophy.
COZAAR can be used to slow the worsening of diabetic kidney disease in patients with type 2 diabetes and hypertension.
COZAAR is available in tablet form. You can buy COZAAR online through online pharmacies or online ordering systems like Euromedonline. If you need a prescription, you can fill out our prescription request form and a US-licensed physician will issue you with one.
Contraindications:
Do not take COZAAR without informing your doctor of your sensitivity to its formulation: (active) losartan potassium; (inactive) pregelatinized starch, magnesium stearate, hydroxypropyl cellulose, hypromellose, titanium dioxide, D&C yellow No. 10 aluminum lake and
FD&C blue No. 2 aluminum lake.
Do not start COZAAR medication without first talking to your doctor if you have or have had the following conditions:
If you have any of the conditions listed above, you may not be able to take COZAAR, or you may need a dosage adjustment or special monitoring during treatment.
Losartan is in the FDA pregnancy category D, which means that it can cause harm and even death to an unborn baby. Losartan can be passed on through breastfeeding and can be harmful to nursing infants.
Interactions:
Do not start COZAAR
medication without first talking to your doctor if you are taking other
prescription or over-the-counter medicines; including vitamins, minerals, and
herbal supplements.
COZAAR may also interact with any of the following medicines:
You may not be able to start COZAAR medication, or you may require a dosage adjustment or special monitoring if you are taking any of the medicines listed above.
Side effects:
COZAAR side effects may include:
If you develop allergic-type reactions, stop taking COZAAR and seek immediate medical attention.
Side effects other than those identified here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any COZAAR side effect that seems unusual or bothersome.
Dosage:
Take COZAAR exactly as prescribed by your doctor. COZAAR dosage and frequency varies with type of condition. If you do not understand these directions, or if you would like to learn more about the medication you are taking, ask your pharmacist or nurse to explain them to you. You may also call 1.866.279.1400 for 24/7 customer support.
Take COZAAR with or without food.
Storage:
Store COZAAR between 15-30°C (59-86°F). Protect from light.
More info:
http://www.cozaar.com