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Composition

LOSARTAN-50MG

Consume Type

ORAL

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About LTK 50MG TABLET

LTK 50MG TABLET belongs to a class of drugs known as angiotensin II receptor blockers that are used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and lower the risk of stroke in certain people with heart disease. Hypertension is a medical condition in which blood pressure is elevated persistently (<140/90) in the arteries. Heart failure is a chronic condition in which the heart is unable to pump blood as effectively as it should.

LTK 50MG TABLET contains Losartan which works by blocking the action of a hormone called angiotensin II thereby preventing blood vessels from narrowing, in turn lowering the blood pressure and improving the overall blood flow. Besides this, it also protects your kidneys if you have both kidney disease and diabetes.

Take LTK 50MG TABLET irrespective of food daily at the same time and swallow whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew or break it. Your doctor will advise you on how many doses you should take based on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience dizziness, tiredness, low blood pressure, weakness, anaemia (lack of blood), hyperkalaemia (high potassium levels in the blood), change in kidney function, orthostatic hypotension (low blood pressure when standing up from lying or sitting position) or hypoglycaemia (low blood sugar). Most of these side effects of LTK 50MG TABLET do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist, please consult your doctor.

If you are known to be allergic to LTK 50MG TABLET or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. It is advised to complete a full course of medication and not stop taking LTK 50MG TABLET suddenly as it may cause recurring symptoms or worsen the condition. LTK 50MG TABLET is not recommended for pregnant, breastfeeding women, and children below six years of age. Do not consume alcohol with LTK 50MG TABLET as it may increase the risk of low blood pressure. Avoid potassium supplements with LTK 50MG TABLET as they may lead to high potassium levels in the blood.

Uses of LTK 50MG TABLET

High blood pressure (hypertension), Prevention of heart failure

Directions for Use

Take LTK 50MG TABLET as prescribed by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water daily at the same time for effective results. Do not crush, chew or break it.

Medicinal Benefits

LTK 50MG TABLET is used to treat high blood pressure and prevent heart failure. LTK 50MG TABLET is an angiotensin II receptor blocker that blocks the action of a hormone called angiotensin II in the body that causes narrowing of blood vessels leading to high blood pressure. Thereby, lowers high blood pressure by widening and relaxing blood vessels.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of LTK 50MG TABLET

  • Dizziness
  • Tiredness
  • Low blood pressure
  • Weakness
  • Anaemia (lack of blood)
  • Hyperkalaemia (high potassium levels in blood)
  • Changes in kidney function
  • Orthostatic hypotension (low blood pressure when standing up from lying or sitting position)
  • Hypoglycaemia (low blood sugar)

Drug Warnings

If you have diabetes, kidney or liver problems, please inform your doctor before taking LTK 50MG TABLET. LTK 50MG TABLET is not recommended for pregnant women especially in second and third trimesters as it may cause serious harm to the unborn baby (fetus). Therefore, pregnant or breastfeeding women are advised to consult a doctor before taking LTK 50MG TABLET. Do not consume alcohol with LTK 50MG TABLET as it may increase the risk of low blood pressure. Avoid potassium supplements with LTK 50MG TABLET as it may lead to high potassium levels in blood. Regular blood tests and blood pressure monitoring are recommended while taking LTK 50MG TABLET.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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LosartanPotassium citrate
Severe
LosartanBenazepril
Severe

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LosartanPotassium citrate
Severe
How does the drug interact with LTK-50 Tablet:
Coadministration of LTK-50 Tablet with Potassium citrate can increase potassium levels, which can lead to severe conditions like kidney failure, muscle paralysis, and irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking LTK-50 Tablet with Potassium citrate together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, consult the doctor if you experience nausea, vomiting, weakness, disorientation, tingling in your hands and feet, feelings of heaviness in your legs, a weak pulse, or a slow or irregular heartbeat. It is essential to maintain proper fluid intake while taking these medications. It is advised to reduce the intake of potassium-rich foods. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
LosartanBenazepril
Severe
How does the drug interact with LTK-50 Tablet:
Coadministration of LTK-50 Tablet with Benazepril can increase potassium levels which can lead to severe conditions like kidney failure, muscle paralysis, and irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking LTK-50 Tablet with Benazepril together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you notice any unusual bleeding or bruising, other signs of bleeding, dizziness, lightheadedness, red or black tarry stools, coughing up or vomiting blood, severe headache, and weakness, you should contact a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
LosartanEnalapril
Severe
How does the drug interact with LTK-50 Tablet:
Using enalapril together with LTK-50 Tablet may increase the risk of side effects such as low blood pressure, kidney function impairment, and a condition called hyperkalemia (high blood potassium).

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Enalapril with LTK-50 Tablet may result in an interaction, they can be taken together if your doctor prescribes it. However, contact a doctor immediately if you experience nausea, vomiting, weakness, tingling of the hands and feet, and feelings of heaviness in the legs. Do not discontinue any medication without consulting a doctor.
LosartanAmiloride
Severe
How does the drug interact with LTK-50 Tablet:
Coadministration of amiloride with LTK-50 Tablet may increase potassium levels in the blood. 9High potassium levels can cause hyperkalemia, which can lead to kidney failure, muscular paralysis, abnormal heart rhythm, and cardiac arrest in extreme cases).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking amiloride along with LTK-50 Tablet may lead to an interaction, but it can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. However, consult the doctor if you experience nausea, vomiting, weakness, disorientation, tingling in your hands and feet, feelings of heaviness in your legs, a weak pulse, or a slow or irregular heartbeat. It is important to maintain proper fluid intake while taking these medications. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
LosartanQuinapril
Severe
How does the drug interact with LTK-50 Tablet:
Coadministration of LTK-50 Tablet with Quinapril can increase potassium levels which can lead to severe conditions like kidney failure, muscle paralysis, and irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking LTK-50 Tablet with Quinapril together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you notice any nausea, vomiting, weakness, confusion, tingling of the hands and feet, feelings of heaviness in the legs, or irregular heartbeat, you should contact a doctor immediately. Avoid taking a potassium-rich diet (tomatoes, raisins, figs, potatoes, lima beans, bananas, plantains, papayas, pears, cantaloupes, mangoes) while taking these medications. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
LosartanCaptopril
Severe
How does the drug interact with LTK-50 Tablet:
Coadministration of LTK-50 Tablet with Captopril can increase potassium levels which can lead to severe conditions like kidney failure, muscle paralysis, and irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking LTK-50 Tablet with Captopril together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you notice any nausea, vomiting, weakness, confusion, tingling of the hands and feet, feelings of heaviness in the legs, or irregular heartbeat, you should contact a doctor immediately. Avoid taking a potassium-rich diet (tomatoes, raisins, figs, potatoes, lima beans, bananas, plantains, papayas, pears, cantaloupes, mangoes) while taking these medications. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
LosartanPerindopril
Severe
How does the drug interact with LTK-50 Tablet:
Coadministration of LTK-50 Tablet with Perindopril can increase of kidney problems and irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking LTK-50 Tablet with Perindopril together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you notice any nausea, vomiting, weakness, confusion, tingling of the hands and feet, feelings of heaviness in the legs, or irregular heartbeat, you should contact a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
LosartanTrimethoprim
Severe
How does the drug interact with LTK-50 Tablet:
Coadministration of LTK-50 Tablet with Trimethoprim can increase potassium levels which can lead to severe conditions like kidney problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking LTK-50 Tablet with Trimethoprim together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you notice any nausea, vomiting, weakness, confusion, tingling of the hands and feet, feelings of heaviness in the legs, or irregular heartbeat, you should contact a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
LosartanSpironolactone
Severe
How does the drug interact with LTK-50 Tablet:
Coadministration of LTK-50 Tablet with Spironolactone can increase potassium levels in blood which can lead to severe conditions like kidney problems and irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking LTK-50 Tablet with Spironolactone is not recommended as it can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, consult the doctor if you experience nausea, vomiting, weakness, confusion, tingling in your hands and feet, feeling of heaviness in your legs, a weak pulse, or a slow or irregular heartbeat. It is important to maintain proper fluid intake while taking these medications. Do not stop taking any medication without doctor's advise.
LosartanTizanidine
Severe
How does the drug interact with LTK-50 Tablet:
Coadministration of LTK-50 Tablet with Tizanidine can show additive effects which can lower the blood pressure and increase the risk and severity of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking LTK-50 Tablet with Tizanidine together can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, contact a doctor immediately if you notice any nausea, vomiting, weakness, confusion, tingling of the hands and feet, feelings of heaviness in the legs, or irregular heartbeat. While taking these medications, avoid taking a potassium-rich diet (tomatoes, raisins, figs, potatoes, lima beans, bananas, plantains, papayas, pears, cantaloupes, mangoes). Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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LOSARTAN-50MGPotassium rich foods
Moderate

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LOSARTAN-50MGPotassium rich foods
Moderate
Common Foods to Avoid:
Lentils, Orange Juice, Oranges, Raisins, Potatoes, Salmon Dried, Spinach, Sweet Potatoes, Tomatoes, Coconut Water, Beans, Beetroot, Broccoli, Bananas, Apricots, Avocado, Yogurt

How to manage the interaction:
Taking LTK-50 Tablet with potassium-rich foods can increase the risk or severity of side effects like weakness, irregular heartbeat, confusion, tingling of the extremities, or feelings of heaviness in the legs. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor. Avoid taking potassium-rich foods (tomatoes, raisins, figs, potatoes, lima beans, bananas, plantains, papayas, pears, cantaloupes, mangoes) along with LTK-50 Tablet. If you experience any nausea, vomiting, weakness, confusion, tingling of the hands and feet, or irregular heartbeat, you should contact a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Maintain a low salt diet and minimize eating processed foods as they contain more sodium. Try to replace salt with spices or herbs to add flavour to the food.
  • Do regular exercise such as cycling, walking, jogging, dancing or swimming for a minimum of 30 minutes per day.
  • Chronic stress may also cause high blood pressure. Therefore, avoid stress triggers and make time for yourself to relax and do activities that you enjoy.
  • Maintain a diet that is rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains and low-fat dairy products.
  • Avoid smoking and alcohol intake.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTI- HYPERTENSIVES

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Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • IBUPROFEN
  • ASPIRIN
  • LISINOPRIL
  • ENALAPRIL
  • RAMIPRIL
  • BENAZEPRIL
  • CAPTOPRIL
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  • AMILORIDE
  • SPIRONOLACTONE
  • TRIAMTERENE
  • HEPARIN
  • TIZANIDINE
  • TRIMETHOPRIM

Special Advise

  • Monitor your blood pressure regularly and if you notice any fluctuations, please consult a doctor.
  • Low salt diet and regular exercise are recommended along with LTK 50MG TABLET for effective results.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Hypertension (high blood pressure) is a medical condition in which the blood pressure is elevated persistently in the arteries. High blood pressure is mostly caused by obesity, diabetes, smoking, high salt intake, stress, lack of physical activity, or aging. Normal blood pressure lies between 90/60 mmHg and 120/80 mmHg. If the blood pressure is 140/90 mmHg or greater, it is considered high blood pressure. If it is left untreated, it may lead to heart disease and stroke. Heart failure is a chronic condition in which the heart is unable to pump blood as effectively as it should. Heart failure may occur due to certain conditions like high blood pressure, swelling or damage of heart muscle, faulty heart valves, or narrow arteries in the heart. Symptoms of heart failure include tiredness, shortness of breath, fast heartbeat, and swollen legs.

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