Losartan+s Amlodipine
About Losartan+s Amlodipine
Losartan+s Amlodipine is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Hypertension is a medical condition in which blood pressure is elevated persistently in the arteries.
Losartan+s Amlodipine contains Losartan and S-amlodipine. Losartan lowers blood pressure and increases blood flow by preventing the narrowing of blood vessels. S-amlodipine dilates (widens) blood vessels and increases blood flow. Altogether, it helps lower blood pressure.
In some cases, Losartan+s Amlodipine may cause side effects like ankle swelling, headache, flushing (feeling warmth in the face, ears, neck, and trunk), dizziness, tiredness, palpitations (irregular heartbeat), and upset stomach. 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 or worsen, 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.
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 blood pressure by widening and relaxing blood vessels. Losartan+s Amlodipine consists of two medicines: 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.
Drug Warnings
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, cardiogenic shock, and congestive heart failure.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interaction: Losartan+s Amlodipine may interact with other blood pressure treating medicines (Lisinopril, Ramipril, benazepril, aliskiren), pain killers (aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, celecoxib, diclofenac, indomethacin, meloxicam, hydrocodone), heart-related medicines (metoprolol, nitroglycerin), high cholesterol treating drugs (simvastatin), fluid retention drugs (hydrochlorothiazide), drugs treating impotence (sildenafil), anti-diabetics (insulin), anti-TB (rifampicin).
Drug-Food Interaction: Minimize high potassium foods intake and avoid over the counter potassium supplements, grapefruit, or juice.
Drug-Disease Interaction: People with low blood pressure, heart, kidney, or liver problems or severe dehydration, hyperkalemia (high potassium levels in the blood), and diabetes should consult the doctor before taking Losartan+s Amlodipine.
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
unsafeIt is unsafe to consume alcohol, since alcohol consumption with Losartan+s Amlodipine may increase the risk of low blood pressure and cause adverse effects such as dizziness, fainting, light-headedness or headache.
Pregnancy
unsafeLosartan+s Amlodipine is not recommended in pregnancy as it can affect and harm the baby. Consult your doctor before taking $ your name if you plan to become pregnant or are already pregnant. Your doctor will weigh the potential risks and benefits before prescribing Losartan+s Amlodipine.
Breast Feeding
cautionThere is no evidence on how Losartan+s Amlodipine affects breastfeeding. Please consult your doctor before taking Losartan+s Amlodipine if you are breastfeeding.
Driving
cautionLosartan+s Amlodipine may cause side effects like dizziness, headaches, nausea, or tiredness, which can affect your ability to concentrate and drive. Hence, it is recommended not to drive or operate machinery until you are mentally alert.
Liver
cautionLet your doctor know if you have any history of liver diseases before taking Losartan+s Amlodipine. The dosage will be initiated in lower doses and will be further increased in patients with liver diseases.
Kidney
cautionLosartan+s Amlodipine consists of Losartan drug, which may affect the kidney functioning. Hence it is advised to seek doctor advice before starting Losartan+s Amlodipine if you have kidney problems.
Children
cautionIt is not recommended for children below six years. However, for children above six years, give Losartan+s Amlodipine in doses as prescribed by a doctor.
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Diet & Lifestyle Advise
Reduce sodium intake in your diet to maintain your blood pressure.
Eat natural and healthy foods by cutting down on high on sodium processed foods.
Lose those extra pounds, since being obese can be a risk factor for hypertension.
Exercise regularly to maintain good heart health.
Avoid smoking and alcohol intake.
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.
Special Advise
Keep a check on your daily blood pressure, and if you notice any fluctuations, please consult a doctor. A low salt/sodium diet and regular exercise are recommended along with Losartan+s Amlodipine for effective results.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
High blood pressure/Hypertension: 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 the 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 used to treat high blood pressure.
Losartan+s Amlodipine lowers blood pressure and increases blood flow by preventing the narrowing of blood vessels. It dilates (widens) blood vessels and increases blood flow.
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.
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.
