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I Am Currently On Losartan For HBP And Have Been
Question: I am currently on Losartan for HBP and have been for 3 years. I was on Benicar previously, when I was employed and had insurance.After being laid off, I had to "re-think" my medications (I am A Pharmacist). Which of the alternative choices for losartan should I ask my physician to consider. I am due to a refill on my losartan, and to date, have had no problems with the losartan (my blood pressure on 4/8/19 at MD appointment was 120/82). Any suggestions that are affordable?
Brief Answer:
Amlodipine or cilinidipine, chlorthalidone, telmisartan
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
In first line medicines, three options are there. First is ARB OR acei like Benicar, losartan, telmisartan, second is of CCB like Amlodipine or cilinidipine and third is diuretics like chlorthalidone.
So, you can check the prices for these medicines and either of these is fine to have. Among these, amlodipine is a cheaper and good option. You can also check price of alternative ARB like telmisartan which is a good drug.
Hope this helps you and get back if you have any doubts.
Amlodipine or cilinidipine, chlorthalidone, telmisartan
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
In first line medicines, three options are there. First is ARB OR acei like Benicar, losartan, telmisartan, second is of CCB like Amlodipine or cilinidipine and third is diuretics like chlorthalidone.
So, you can check the prices for these medicines and either of these is fine to have. Among these, amlodipine is a cheaper and good option. You can also check price of alternative ARB like telmisartan which is a good drug.
Hope this helps you and get back if you have any doubts.
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