Losartan+s Amlodipine
About Losartan+s Amlodipine
Losartan+s Amlodipine belongs to the class of anti-hypertensive drugs, primarily used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Hypertension is a medical condition in which blood pressure is elevated persistently in the arteries. It is considered an essential risk factor for cardiovascular diseases. Losartan+s Amlodipine lowers the blood pressure by widening and relaxing blood vessels.
Losartan+s Amlodipine is a fixed-dose combination composed of two medicines, namely, Losartan and S-amlodipine. Losartan belongs to a group of drugs called angiotensin II receptor antagonists. It lowers blood pressure and increases blood flow by preventing the narrowing of blood vessels. Losartan is also used to treat stroke and slow down kidney damage in people with type 2 diabetes. S-amlodipine is a calcium channel blocker that dilates (widens) blood vessels and increases blood flow. Altogether, it helps to lower high blood pressure, chest pain (angina), and other conditions caused by coronary artery disease.
Take Losartan+s Amlodipine as prescribed. Your doctor will decide the dosage based on your medical condition. In some cases, Losartan+s Amlodipine can cause side effects like ankle swelling, headache, flushing (feeling warmth in the face, ears, neck, and trunk), dizziness, tiredness, palpitations (irregular heartbeat), upset stomach, and hyperkalemia (increased potassium levels in the blood), blurred vision, difficulty in breathing. Most of these side effects of Losartan+s Amlodipine do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if these side effects persist longer, please consult your doctor.
If you are known to be allergic to Losartan+s Amlodipine or any other medicines, please inform your doctor. Before taking Losartan+s Amlodipine, let your doctor know if you have any kidney or liver problems or severe dehydration. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking it. It is advised to complete the prescribed course, even if you feel better. Please do not stop taking Losartan+s Amlodipine on your own, as it may lead to the recurrence of symptoms or worsen the condition. Do not consume alcohol with Losartan+s Amlodipine as it may increase the risk of low blood pressure. Avoid potassium supplements with Losartan+s Amlodipine as it may lead to high potassium levels in the blood. Losartan+s Amlodipine used caution with coronary artery diseases, aortic stenosis.
Uses of Losartan+s Amlodipine
Medicinal Benefits
Losartan+s Amlodipine is an anti-hypertensive drug that treats high blood pressure (hypertension). Losartan+s Amlodipine lowers the blood pressure by widening and relaxing blood vessels. Losartan+s Amlodipine consists of two medicines, namely: Losartan and S-amlodipine. Losartan is an angiotensin II receptor antagonist. It lowers blood pressure and increases blood flow by preventing the narrowing of blood vessels. Losartan is also used to treat stroke and slow down kidney damage in people with type 2 diabetes. S-amlodipine is a calcium channel blocker that dilates (widens) blood vessels and increases blood flow. Altogether, it helps to lower high blood pressure, chest pain (angina) and other conditions caused by coronary artery disease.
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Side Effects of Losartan+s Amlodipine
- Ankle swelling
- Headache
- Flushing (feeling warmth in the face, ears, neck, and trunk)
- Dizziness
- Tiredness
- Palpitations (irregular heartbeat)
- Upset stomach
- Hyperkalemia (increased potassium levels in the blood)
- Blurred vision
- Difficulty in breathing.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Blood pressure/Hypertension: Blood pressure is the measurement of the force that our heart uses to pump blood to all parts of the body. Hypertension is a chronic condition when blood pressure is too high. This condition can lead to hardened arteries (blood vessels), decreasing the blood and oxygen flow to the heart. Raised blood pressure can cause chest pain (angina) and heart attack (when blood supply to the heart is blocked). Additionally, high blood pressure also causes brain damage (stroke) and kidney failure. High blood pressure can be diagnosed with the help of a blood pressure monitor or sphygmomanometer. Systolic pressure is the pressure when the heart pumps blood out. On the other hand, diastolic pressure is the pressure when your heart is at the resting stage between heartbeats. If your blood pressure is 140/90 mm of Hg, it means the systolic pressure is 140 mm of Hg and, diastolic pressure is 90 mm of Hg. Ideal blood pressure should be between 90/60 mm of Hg and 120/80 mm of Hg.
FAQs
Losartan+s Amlodipine is a fixed-dose combination composed of two medicines, namely, Losartan and S-amlodipine. Losartan belongs to a group of drugs called angiotensin II receptor antagonists. It lowers blood pressure and increases blood flow by preventing the narrowing of blood vessels. Losartan is also used to treat stroke and slow down kidney damage in people with type 2 diabetes. Amlodipine is a calcium channel blocker that dilates (widens) blood vessels and increases blood flow. Altogether, it helps to lower high blood pressure, chest pain (angina), and other conditions caused by coronary artery disease.
Losartan+s Amlodipine causes common side effects like ankle swelling, headache, flushing (feeling warmth in the face, ears, neck, and trunk), dizziness, tiredness, palpitations (irregular heartbeat), upset stomach and hyperkalemia (increased potassium levels in the blood), blurred vision, difficulty in breathing.
Losartan+s Amlodipine is not recommended in pregnancy. It can affect and harm the baby. Consult your doctor before taking Losartan+s Amlodipine if you plan to become pregnant or already pregnant. Your doctor will weigh the potential risks and benefits before prescribing Losartan+s Amlodipine.
Do not stop using Losartan+s Amlodipine 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.
No, Losartan+s Amlodipine can cause high levels of potassium in the blood leading to hyperkalemia. Hence it is not recommended to use potassium supplements along with Losartan+s Amlodipine. However, consult your doctor if you are already taking other medicines before starting Losartan+s Amlodipine.
