HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

Can Dosage Of Losar Be Increased To Control High B.p?

iam 62 years have grde 1 left diastolic dysfunction B.P.is 154/85.Iam taking Losar 25 1tablet every night.HEIGHT 5'2".wEIGHT:80KG. Iam a diabetic taking 1 table ofeuglucon daily sugar levels are under control .Kindly advice whether dose of losar to be increased,
Wed, 2 Nov 2016
Report Abuse
Neurologist,  's  Response
Hello! Losar contains losartan as active ingredient. Losartan belongs to the group of angiotensin Ii receptor blockers. It is an antihypertensive, it lowers blood pressure by relaxing blood vessels walls. The indicated dose of losartan is from 25 to 100 mg per day, but most frequently 50mg are used. The dose of 25 mg in an adult is used when the patient also uses concomitantly a diuretic or aliskiren. If you don't use any of these drugs, it's better to increase the dose to 50mg initially, and if it is required at 100mg. You can safely increase the dose of losar, with your doctor advice and support.
I hope i have been of help.
I find this answer helpful
Note: For more detailed guidance, please consult an Internal Medicine Specialist, with your latest reports. Click here..
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 

Related questions you may be interested in


Recent questions on Cardiomyopathy


Loading Online Doctors....
Can Dosage Of Losar Be Increased To Control High B.p?

Hello! Losar contains losartan as active ingredient. Losartan belongs to the group of angiotensin Ii receptor blockers. It is an antihypertensive, it lowers blood pressure by relaxing blood vessels walls. The indicated dose of losartan is from 25 to 100 mg per day, but most frequently 50mg are used. The dose of 25 mg in an adult is used when the patient also uses concomitantly a diuretic or aliskiren. If you don t use any of these drugs, it s better to increase the dose to 50mg initially, and if it is required at 100mg. You can safely increase the dose of losar, with your doctor advice and support. I hope i have been of help.