Cozaar

Cozaar generic Losartan may be described as a uricosuric (that which increases the excretion of uric acid in urine) and an angiotensin II receptor antagonist which belongs to the class of medications called angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs).

Furthermore, generic Losartan may also be described as a white to off – white, free – flowing, crystalline powder which easily dissolves in water and alcohol partially dissolves in Acetonitrile, Ethyl, Ketone and Methyl.

• Cozaar generic Losartan is used alone or in combination with various other medications to effectively keep high blood pressure under control. However, this medication does not provide a permanent cure. Generic Losartan is also used to effectively block the effects of certain chemicals which tighten blood vessels thereby helping the blood to flow more smoothly and reduce one’s chances of experiencing heart failure.

• Furthermore, Cozaar generic Losartan is also used to effectively treat ventricular hypertrophy (an excessive increase in muscle) and certain kidney complications, such as diabetic nephropathy.

• Lastly, Cozaar generic Losartan is also used to effectively stimulate the production of another hormone called aldosterone. Aldosterone helps one’s kidneys to retain their full capacity of salt and water. Hence indirectly, generic Losartan effectively helps increase the volume of fluid within one’s blood vessels.

Cozaar generic Losartan is available in tablet form in strengths of 25mg and 50mg respectively. This medication must be taken by mouth, once or twice a day and with or without food or as directed by your health care professional.

Furthermore, you must be sure to follow the directions on the prescription label carefully and ask your health care professional or pharmacist to explain any part of generic Losartan you do not understand. You must also be sure to take Cozaar generic Losartan exactly as directed and refrain from taking a greater or lesser quantity of this medication or altogether taking this medication more or less often than prescribed by your health care professional. Be sure that you do not suddenly discontinue generic Losartan without prior confirmation from your health care professional. Your dose must be gradually decreased, since certain conditions may worsen when Cozaar generic Losartan is abruptly discontinued. However, generic Losartan must not be used in the case of children.

While on an ongoing course of Cozaar generic Losartan if you notice any of the symptoms listed below, or any other symptoms which may seem severe or persistent, you must contact your health care professional.

• Sometimes, generic Losartan may cause the patient to experience dizziness, a cough, diarrhea, insomnia, headaches and muscle aches.

• Furthermore, Cozaar generic Losartan may cause the patient to experience mild fever, a sore throat, swelling of the face, eyes, lips, tongue, arms or legs, fainting spells, skin rashes and an itching sensation.

• Lastly, generic Losartan may cause the patient to experience a decrease in sexual abilities, urinary complications, a stuffy nose, abdominal pain, nausea and fatigue.

If you are on an ongoing course of Cozaar generic Losartan, before you commence taking any new medication (either prescription or OTC), you must first consult your health care professional or pharmacist.

Furthermore, you must be sure to inform your health care professional if you are allergic to generic Losartan or any other medication in any other form. Your health care professional must also be informed if you are taking any other medication in any other form, including nutritional supplements, preservatives, food dyes, iron supplements or herbal products whilst on an ongoing course of this medication.

• Sometimes, Cozaar generic Losartan interacts with various medications, such as Troleandomycin, Digoxin, Fluconazole, Lithium, Furosemide, Indomethacin and Amiloride.

• Furthermore, generic Losartan interacts with various medications, such as Spironolactone, Triamterene, Aspirin, Rifampin, Eskalith and Lithobid.

• Lastly, Cozaar generic Losartan interacts with various medications, such as Ketoconazole, Ibuprofen, Naproxen, Captopril, Lisinopril and Celecoxib.

In case of an overdose of Cozaar generic Losartan, call your local poison control center at 1-800-222-1222. If the victim has collapsed or is not breathing, call local emergency services at 911.

Sometimes, an overdose of generic Losartan may cause the patient to experience palpitations, excessive dizziness or fainting spells.

Your health care professional may order certain laboratory and/or medical tests to be performed, such as blood pressure levels, smooth functioning of the kidneys, blood electrolyte levels and blood cholesterol levels to check your response to Cozaar generic Losartan, monitor your progress and check for side effects. You must be sure to keep all appointments with your health care professional and the laboratory. Do not let anyone else take your prescribed dosage of generic Losartan and ask your health care professional or pharmacist any questions you have about refilling your prescription.

Furthermore, while on an ongoing course of Cozaar generic Losartan, if you need to undergo any kind of surgery including dental surgery, you must consult your health care professional and discontinue this medication. If you conceive whilst on a course of generic Losartan inform your health care professional. You must be sure to inform your health care professional if you are pregnant or breast feeding or planning to conceive. Cozaar generic Losartan may or may not pass into breast milk.

Lastly, avoid consuming alcohol and beverages containing even a small percentage of alcohol whilst on an ongoing course of generic Losartan.

It is important that you do not discontinue this medication without first consulting your health care professional. While on an ongoing course of Cozaar generic Losartan, you must also refrain from driving a car or operating any kind of machinery until you know how this medication affects you.

It is important that you do not take a double dose of Cozaar generic Losartan to make up for a missed one unless you have consulted your health care professional.

Cozaar generic Losartan is also used to effectively treat and reduce various other kidney complications caused by type II diabetes. Furthermore, generic Losartan is also used to effectively treat strokes. Lastly, you must speak with your health care professional about the possible risks of using Cozaar generic Losartan for your condition and be sure to consult your health care professional or pharmacist for more information, since this medication is sometimes prescribed for other uses.

Store generic Losartan in the container it came in, keep the lid tightly closed and out of reach of children. Store it at room temperature (between 59 – 86 degrees F or 15 – 30 degrees C) and away from excess heat and moisture.

Furthermore, you must be sure to throw away any Cozaar generic Losartan medication that has gotten outdated or is no longer required. But, speak with your pharmacist or health care professional or consult your local waste disposal company about the proper method by which you can safely and effectively discard your unused generic Losartan medication.

• It is very important for the patient to know that before consuming Cozaar generic Losartan they must inform their health care professional if they have ever had a history of or are currently suffering from liver complications, severe dehydration, heart complications, diabetes or kidney complications.

• Furthermore, while on an ongoing course of generic Losartan you must be sure to consult your health care professional prior to using salt substitutes that contain potassium. However, if your health care professional has prescribed a low – salt or low – sodium diet for you, please be certain to follow the diet chart carefully.