How much losartan can I take in a day?

The typical dosage is 50 mg taken once daily. Your doctor may increase your dosage to 100 mg per day if needed. You may take losartan once or twice per day. This drug should not be used in children younger than 17 years for this condition.

How quickly does losartan lower blood pressure?

How long does it take to work? Losartan starts to reduce high blood pressure after about 1 hour but it may take 3 to 6 weeks to fully take effect. If you have high blood pressure, you may not have any symptoms. In this case, you may not feel any different when you take losartan.

Is zartan used for high blood pressure?

ZARTAN CO keeps blood vessels from narrowing, thereby lowering blood pressure and improving blood flow. ZARTAN CO is used in the treatment of a condition called hypertension or high blood pressure. if you are pregnant or breastfeeding your baby (see Pregnancy and breastfeeding).

Why losartan is taken at night?

Your doctor may suggest that you take your first dose before bedtime, because it can make you feel dizzy. After your first dose, you can take losartan at any time of day.

What are the most common side effects of losartan?

Side Effects

  • Blurred vision.
  • difficult breathing.
  • dizziness, faintness, or lightheadedness when getting up suddenly from a lying or sitting position.
  • fast or irregular heartbeat.
  • nausea or vomiting.
  • numbness or tingling in the hands, feet, or lips.
  • stomach pain.
  • weakness or heaviness of the legs.

What is the best time to take zartan?

Take this medication by mouth as directed by your doctor, usually every 6 to 12 hours with or without food. If you are using the suspension, shake the bottle well before each dose. Measure the dose carefully using a special measuring device/spoon.

When should I drink zartan?

Take ZARTAN every day, exactly as your doctor has instructed. It is important to continue taking ZARTAN for as long as your doctor prescribes it to control your blood pressure. The recommended starting dose of ZARTAN is 50 mg per day to control blood pressure over the 24-hour period.

What foods should you avoid when taking losartan?

Potassium supplements, potassium-containing salt substitutes (No Salt, Morton Salt Substitute, and others), and even high-potassium foods (including Noni juice) should be avoided by those taking losartan, unless directed otherwise by their doctor.