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Written By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
Elsartan H Tablet is used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure) and reduce the risk of stroke in patients with high blood pressure. It is a combination medication generally used when a single medicine is unable to control high blood pressure. It contains Losartan and Hydrochlorothiazide, which helps to relax and widen the blood vessels (arteries) for easy blood flow to the whole body. Also, it prevents excess salt absorption in the body, preventing fluid retention. Thus, it lowers blood pressure and prevents the risk of stroke, heart attack, and oedema (fluid overload). In some cases, it may cause side effects such as upper respiratory infections, dizziness, feeling tired, nausea, diarrhoea, back pain, and cold/flu symptoms like a cough.
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Jan-27

About Elsartan H Tablet

Elsartan H Tablet is used treat hypertension (high blood pressure) and reduce the risk of stroke in patients with high blood pressure. Elsartan H Tablet is a combination medication generally used when a single medicine is unable to control high blood pressure. Hypertension or high blood pressure is a life-long or chronic condition in which the force exerted against the artery wall becomes too high. It can lead to the risk of heart diseases like heart attack and stroke.

Elsartan H Tablet is a combination of Losartan (angiotensin II receptor antagonist) and Hydrochlorothiazide (thiazide diuretic or water pill). Losartan is an angiotensin receptor blocker that helps to relax and widen the blood vessels (arteries) for easy blood flow to the whole body. Hydrochlorothiazide is a diuretic that prevents excess salt absorption in the body, preventing fluid retention. Together, it lowers blood pressure and prevents the risk of stroke, heart attack, and oedema (fluid overload).

You can take Elsartan H Tablet with food or an empty stomach. It should be swallowed whole with a glass of water. Your doctor will advise you on how often you take your tablets based on your medical condition. You may experience upper respiratory infections, dizziness, feeling tired, nausea, diarrhoea, back pain, and cold/flu symptoms like a cough in some cases. Most of these side effects of Elsartan H Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

Do not use potassium supplements or salt substitutes unless your doctor tells you. In rare cases, Elsartan H Tablet can cause a condition that results in a skeletal muscle problem, leading to further kidney failure. If you notice unexplained muscle pain, dark colour urine, tenderness, or weakness, especially if you also have a fever or unexplained tiredness, immediately contact the doctor. Do not use if you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant; stop taking Elsartan H Tablet , and tell your doctor immediately. Besides this, you should not use the Elsartan H Tablet if you cannot urinate. If you have diabetes, do not use Elsartan H Tablet with any medication that contains aliskiren (a blood pressure medicine). Before taking the Elsartan H Tablet , tell your doctor if you have ever had liver disease, kidney failure, glaucoma (increased eye pressure), high or low magnesium or potassium levels in your blood, allergies or asthma, lupus (an autoimmune disease), or diabetes.

Uses of Elsartan H Tablet

Treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure), Prevention of stroke.

Directions for Use

Swallow the medicine as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it.

Medicinal Benefits

Elsartan H Tablet is a combination of Losartan (angiotensin II receptor antagonist) and Hydrochlorothiazide (thiazide diuretic or water pill). Losartan is an angiotensin receptor blocker that helps to relax and widen the blood vessels (arteries). Hydrochlorothiazide is a diuretic that prevents excess salt absorption in the body, preventing fluid retention. Together, it lowers blood pressure and prevents the risk of stroke, heart attack, and oedema (fluid retention).

How Elsartan H Tablet Works

Elsartan H Tablet is a combination of Losartan (angiotensin II receptor antagonist) and Hydrochlorothiazide (thiazide diuretic or water pill). Losartan is an angiotensin receptor blocker that helps to relax and widen the blood vessels (arteries) for easy blood flow to the whole body. Hydrochlorothiazide is a diuretic that prevents excess salt absorption in the body, preventing fluid retention. Together, it lowers blood pressure and prevents the risk of stroke, heart attack, and oedema (fluid overload).

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Elsartan H Tablet

  • Dizziness

  • Feeling tired

  • Nausea

  • Diarrhoea

  • Dehydration

  • Back pain

  • Cold/flu symptoms

What if I have taken an overdose of Elsartan H Tablet

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Elsartan H Tablet as it may cause overdose. The symptoms of overdose include sleepiness, papitations (pounding heartbeat) and dizziness. If you suspect you have taken overdose or notice signs of overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.

Drug Warnings

Elsartan H Tablet should not be given to the people allergic to Elsartan H Tablet , have low blood pressure (less than 90 mm of Hg), or have had a heart attack, kidney disease, or liver disease. It should be used with caution in patients who have diabetes. Besides this, it is contraindicated in low blood pressure (hypotension), cardiogenic shock (sudden stopping of blood flow to the heart), and aortic stenosis (heart valve problem). Do not consume alcohol with Elsartan H Tablet as it may increase the risk of low blood pressure. Avoid potassium supplements with Elsartan H Tablet as they may lead to high potassium levels in the blood. Regular blood tests and blood pressure monitoring are recommended while taking Elsartan H Tablet . Drink a lot of fluids as Elsartan H Tablet can cause dehydration, so to avoid unpleasant side effects, increase the intake of fluids.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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HydrochlorothiazideCisapride
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HydrochlorothiazideDofetilide
Critical
How does the drug interact with Elsartan H Tablet 10's:
Taking Dofetilide and Elsartan H Tablet 10's can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm which can be severe. The risk increases in patients with a history of heart illness or electrolyte imbalance.

How to manage the interaction:
Combining Dofetilide and Elsartan H Tablet 10's together is not recommended as it can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if advised by your doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, chest pain or tightness, rapid heartbeat, or memory loss, contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
HydrochlorothiazideCisapride
Critical
How does the drug interact with Elsartan H Tablet 10's:
Taking Cisapride and Elsartan H Tablet 10's can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm which can be severe. The risk increases in patients with a history of heart illness or electrolyte imbalance.

How to manage the interaction:
Combining Cisapride and Elsartan H Tablet 10's together is generally avoided as it can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if advised by your doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, or fast or pounding heartbeats, consult the doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
LosartanPerindopril
Severe
How does the drug interact with Elsartan H Tablet 10's:
Coadministration of Elsartan H Tablet 10's with Perindopril can increase of kidney problems and irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Elsartan H Tablet 10's 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.
LosartanBenazepril
Severe
How does the drug interact with Elsartan H Tablet 10's:
Coadministration of Elsartan H Tablet 10's 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 Elsartan H Tablet 10's 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.
LosartanQuinapril
Severe
How does the drug interact with Elsartan H Tablet 10's:
Coadministration of Elsartan H Tablet 10's 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 Elsartan H Tablet 10's 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.
LosartanLisinopril
Severe
How does the drug interact with Elsartan H Tablet 10's:
Coadministration of Elsartan H Tablet 10's with Lisinopril can increase potassium levels.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Elsartan H Tablet 10's with Lisinopril 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.
LosartanPotassium chloride
Severe
How does the drug interact with Elsartan H Tablet 10's:
Co-administration of Elsartan H Tablet 10's with Potassium chloride may increase potassium levels in the blood. High potassium levels can cause hyperkalemia (a high level of the electrolyte potassium in the blood), which can lead to kidney failure, muscular paralysis, and abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Elsartan H Tablet 10's with Potassium chloride together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a 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 advised to reduce the intake of potassium-rich foods such as tomatoes, raisins, figs, potatoes, lima beans, bananas, plantains, papayas, pears, cantaloupes, mangoes, and potassium-containing salt substitutes. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
LosartanTizanidine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Elsartan H Tablet 10's:
Coadministration of Elsartan H Tablet 10's 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 Elsartan H Tablet 10's 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.
LosartanTrimethoprim
Severe
How does the drug interact with Elsartan H Tablet 10's:
Coadministration of Elsartan H Tablet 10's with Trimethoprim can increase potassium levels which can lead to severe conditions like kidney problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Elsartan H Tablet 10's 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.
LosartanEnalapril
Severe
How does the drug interact with Elsartan H Tablet 10's:
Using enalapril together with Elsartan H Tablet 10's 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 Elsartan H Tablet 10's 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.

Drug-Food Interactions

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LOSARTAN-50MG+HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE-12.5MGPotassium rich foods, Fruit juices
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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, Grapefruit Juice

How to manage the interaction:
Coadministration of potassium-containing salt substitutes with Elsartan H Tablet 10's may cause high levels of potassium in blood. Also, coadministration of grapefruits and grapefruit juice with Elsartan H Tablet 10's may decrease the efficacy of losartan. Avoid consumption of potassium-containing salt substitutes, grapefruits and grapefruit juice while being treated with Elsartan H Tablet 10's.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Keep your weight under control with a BMI of 19.5-24.9.

  • Do regular physical activity or exercise for at least 150 minutes per week, or about 30 minutes most days of the week. Doing this can help you to lower your raised blood pressure by about 5 mm of Hg.

  • Limit sodium chloride (table salt) intake in your daily diet to 2300 mg per day or less than 1500 mg is ideal for most adults.

  • If you are taking alcohol, then only one serving for women and two servings is advisable.

  • Quitting smoking is the best strategy to lower the risk of heart disease.

  • Avoid chronic stress as it can raise your blood pressure. Try to enjoy and spent time with your loved ones to cope with stress and practice mindfulness techniques.

  • Monitor your blood pressure daily and if there is too much fluctuation, then immediately contact your doctor.

  • Try to include heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids containing food drinks in your daily diet. You can also use low-fat cooking oil like olive oil, soybean oil, canola oil, and coconut oil to lower your elevated blood pressure.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTI- HYPERTENSIVES

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Alcohol

Unsafe

You are recommended not to consume alcohol and Elsartan H Tablet to avoid unpleasant side effects like drowsiness, dizziness, and liver damage.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

Elsartan H Tablet is not recommended during pregnancy. This medicine may cause fetal damage and can affect the unborn baby (fetus).

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Elsartan H Tablet is known to pass breast milk, but its effect on the baby is unknown. So, before breastfeeding, let your doctor know about this.

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Driving

Caution

Elsartan H Tablet causes drowsiness and dizziness, so drive only if you are alert

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Liver

Caution

Elsartan H Tablet to be taken with caution, especially if you have or have had a history of liver disease. Your doctor will have to change the dosage depending on your medical condition and your reaction to treatment.

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Kidney

Unsafe

Not recommended in patients with chronic kidney disease (severe renal impairment). Safety and effectiveness in patients with severe renal impairment have not been established.

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Children

Caution

Elsartan H Tablet hasn’t been studied in children younger than 18 years of age. So, it shouldn’t be used in people younger than 18 years.

FAQs

Elsartan H Tablet is used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure) and reduce the risk of stroke in patients with high blood pressure.
Elsartan H Tablet is a combination of Losartan (angiotensin II receptor antagonist) and Hydrochlorothiazide (thiazide diuretic or water pill). Losartan is an angiotensin receptor blocker that helps to relax and widen the blood vessels (arteries) for easy blood flow to the whole body. Hydrochlorothiazide is a diuretic that prevents excess salt absorption in the body, preventing fluid retention. Together it lowers blood pressure and prevents the risk of stroke, heart attack, and oedema (fluid overload).
No, you are advised to inform your doctor and monitor your blood pressure for at least two weeks before stopping the medicine. Depending upon your current blood pressure readings, there is a possibility your doctor may lower your medicine dosage and not recommend to discontinue it.
Elsartan H Tablet can be safely taken as long as your doctor has prescribed it to you. Conditions such as high blood pressure are life-long conditions, and one should not abruptly discontinue it without discussing it with a doctor.
In case you have missed a dose of Elsartan H Tablet , you are advised to take it as soon as you remember. However, try not to miss a dose in the first place; if it's time for you to take your next dose, then do not take both the doses together. Take only one dose; taking a double dose of Elsartan H Tablet will lead to low blood pressure.
It is not recommended to take Elsartan H Tablet if you are pregnant as it can damage the unborn baby (may lead to fetal toxicity).
Yes, prolonged intake of Elsartan H Tablet can cause an increase in blood potassium level. So, patients taking Elsartan H Tablet should avoid taking supplements and food rich in potassium to avoid any unpleasant side-effect.
Yes, Elsartan H Tablet can cause dizziness. It is advised to avoid driving or operate any heavy machinery while taking Elsartan H Tablet . In case you feel dizzy or lightheaded, it is advised to rest for some time until you feel better.
You should not take Elsartan H Tablet if you have ever had liver disease, kidney failure, glaucoma, high or low levels of magnesium or potassium in your blood, have allergies or asthma, lupus (an autoimmune disease), diabetes, anuria (reduction or absence of urine) and pregnant women in their second or third trimesters. Besides this, avoid using Elsartan H Tablet (in case of diabetes) with aliskiren (a blood pressure medicine) as it can lead to a life-threatening condition.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

M-17, Pharma Tower, Basement & Ground Floor, Badli Industrial Area, New Delhi 110 042.
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