Losartan Potassium 100mg

My grandmother'so Dr. told her to double up on her blood pressure medication. She is already taking Losartan 100mg...this would mean that she would take 200mg at one time.
Is that safe?

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Hi Jess19,

My opinion is that if her doctor instructed her to do so then odds are it probably is safe, since he/she has likely made this decision based off your grandma's medical records and an in-person evaluation of the condition (I would hope). Furthermore, 200mgs a day is reportedly the maximum recommended dose of Losartan Potassium - So your grandma's dosage still falls within FDA guidelines.

As to how she might respond or react to such a dosage, only time will tell, as everyone is affected differently by these medications. However, it may be a good idea to closely monitor her blood pressure and how she feels on a regular basis as her body gets acclimated to this change; that way you can catch & report any unwanted side effects or other unusual symptoms to her doctor if need be [knock on wood].

I hope this helps!

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im surprised that the dr told the grandmother to take 200 mg a day of Lorsartan when my Dr told me 100mg was the maxiumn per day for this medicine..
who is right? .. confusing to patients..

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