LOSAR BETA H TABLET

Question 1

How does LOSAR BETA H TABLET work?

Accepted Answer

LOSAR BETA H TABLET consists of anti-hypertensive/ blood pressure-lowering drugs: Losartan, Atenolol, and Hydrochlorothiazide. These medicines collectively lower the blood pressure by preventing the fluid build-up, improving the excretion of electrolytes and water from the body, and widening the blood vessels. Thus together, it helps lower increased blood pressure and prevents oedema (swelling due to fluid overload).

Question 2

Does LOSAR BETA H TABLET cause dizziness?

Accepted Answer

Yes, LOSAR BETA H TABLET can make you feel dizzy. Dizziness usually occurs when you suddenly stand up from a lying or sitting position. Try rising slowly when you change your posture to relieve from dizziness. If the side effect persists longer, please seek medical help.

Question 3

Do I need to avoid any foods while using LOSAR BETA H TABLET?

Accepted Answer

It is advised to limit potassium-rich foods like bananas, avocado, broccoli, dates, and mushrooms since LOSAR BETA H TABLET may cause high potassium levels in the blood leading to hyperkalaemia (high potassium levels in the blood). It is also advised to avoid drinking apple and orange juices within 4 hours of taking LOSAR BETA H TABLET since they prevent your body from fully absorbing atenolol in LOSAR BETA H TABLET.

Question 4

Can I take potassium supplements with LOSAR BETA H TABLET?

Accepted Answer

LOSAR BETA H TABLET can cause high potassium levels in the blood leading to hyperkalaemia. Hence it is not recommended to use potassium supplements along with LOSAR BETA H TABLET. However, consult your doctor if you are already taking other medicines before starting LOSAR BETA H TABLET.

Question 5

Can I stop using LOSAR BETA H TABLET when my symptoms are relieved?

Accepted Answer

Do not stop using LOSAR BETA H TABLET even if you feel better. It should be strictly used as advised by your doctor to avoid the recurrence of symptoms and worsening of the disease.

Question 6

Does LOSAR BETA H TABLET cause frequent urination?

Accepted Answer

LOSAR BETA H TABLET may cause frequent urination since it is composed of a diuretic (water pill), Hydrochlorothiazide that increases the urination. It is advised to take LOSAR BETA H TABLET at least 4 hours before bedtime to avoid waking up in the night to urinate. Also, take enough fluids to cope up with the dehydration caused by frequent urination.

Question 7

Does LOSAR BETA H TABLET cause nasal congestion?

Accepted Answer

Losartan in LOSAR BETA H TABLET relaxes small blood vessels, in turn may cause stuffy nose.

Question 8

What do I do if I miss a dose?

Accepted Answer

Take a missed dose as soon as you remember about it. If it is close to the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular time. Do not take 2 doses at the same time.

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