Class: Angiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB) antihypertensive

Manufacturer: Square Pharmaceuticals

Dosage Form: Tablet

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Uses:

Hypertension (high blood pressure)
Heart failure (selected patients)
Diabetic kidney disease (type 2 diabetes)
Reduces risk of stroke in hypertensive patients

Dosage:

Adults: Usually 50 mg once daily (range 25–100 mg/day as prescribed)
Children: Dose based on body weight (doctor prescribed)

Side Effects:

Dizziness
Low blood pressure
High potassium levels
Fatigue
Kidney function changes

Warnings & Precautions:

Monitor blood pressure and kidney function
Risk of high potassium — avoid potassium supplements unless advised
Use cautiously in kidney or liver disease
May cause dizziness

Pregnancy & Lactation:

Contraindicated in pregnancy (can harm fetus)
Not recommended during breastfeeding unless advised

Drug Interactions:

Potassium supplements or potassium-sparing diuretics (hyperkalaemia risk)
NSAIDs may reduce effect and affect kidneys
Other antihypertensives (additive effect)

Contraindications:

Pregnancy
Hypersensitivity to losartan
Severe liver impairment
Bilateral renal artery stenosis (use with caution)

Price: Ksh 174/-

Notes:

Pack Size: 30s