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why this medicine used ## Information I was able to gather shows that Repace is indicated for treatment of hypertension. This drug is not manufactured in the US. But I did locate it's active ingredient to be Losartan potassium. You can view a more detailed description of the drug, by clicking on the link below... If you have any more questions or concerns, please post back and I will be happy to help you. ## sir am using repace tablet doctor prescribed it to reduce uric acid levels along with febouxostat actually it is used for blood pressure na can i use it do it really reduce uric acid levels in body am suffering with high uric acid pains do cause any problem to my health if i stop it after some time ## AM DIABETIC,CAN I USE LOSARTAN POTASSIUM H 25 MG AND YESTERDAY I TOOK AND I FE...

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I am male 69 and have had a full and active life.however wear and tear is resulting in a knee replacement surgery.at pre op it was found my BP was 190/80 the operation was cancelled and my GP prescribed Losartan 100mg..my BP is now 166/95 But the side effects are horrendous..anxiety,drepression,headache,dry cough,vomitting and the need to visit the bathroom 4-5 times nightly...I want the operation but not the side effects.any advice please I going crazy.... ## There are other medications you can try, many of them, actually. You just need to speak to your doctor about the problems you're having. The dry cough usually necessitates a change of medication, because unlike other side effects that usually go away with time, it tends to stick around. Other side effects, as reported by the F...

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Little white pill with 06E and SZ or ZS, depending on how you look at it. Blank on other side ## I believe you were looking at part of the imprint upside down. I think it's actually SZ 390 and the tablet contains 25mgs of Hydrochlorothiazide and 100mgs of Losartan and it is most commonly used to treat high blood pressure and certain cardiac conditions. Learn more Hydrochlorothiazide details here. Learn more Losartan details here. Can you please double check and let me know if that's the correct imprint? Thanks! ## Yes 390 zs Thanks My prior meds was a different shape color and size. Just wanted to be sure this was correct before I start taking it. I see it was a different MFR from the last refill.

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is losartan potassium a blood thinner? ## Hello, Dave! How are you? No, the FDA classifies it as an angiotensin II receptor antagonist. It is most commonly used to treat high blood pressure and certain cardiac conditions. Its typical side effects may possibly include nausea, dizziness, headache, increased urination and hypotension. Is there anything else I can help with?

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I have been taking 25mg Losartan ea. morning for two months but now I've read that I should not have any alcohol...does this mean I have to give up my wine with dinner each evening? ## Hello, Miranda! How are you? Well first, have you had any problems so far taking the medication and having a glass of wine with your dinner? Except in a couple of rare cases, the concern about combining most medications with alcohol is that it can aggravate the side effects, so you may feel more dizzy, drowsy and nauseous than usual. In relation to blood pressure and heart conditions, it's is generally believed that a glass of wine a day is beneficial, red wines have antioxidants, plus they can slightly lower your blood pressure and do some blood thinning, which decreases the work load on the hear...

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I have been advised to take Losartan for mild heart failure .Have been increased the dosage from 25 to 50 but feel really tired and weak . Is this usual? ## Hello, Sunrise! How are you? Yes, this medication is often used to help with heart function when someone has heart failure, I take it myself. And yes, it can cause those types of symptoms as side effects, but the heart failure itself could also be causing them. Other side effects, as listed by the FDA, may possibly include nausea, headache, increased urination and hypotension. The side effects should eventually go away, once your body gets used to the medication, usually around 4 to 5 weeks. If they continue past that, you should have it checked out. Is there anything else I can help with?

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I started taking Losartan/HCTZ 50/12.5 4 days ago, but my blood pressure has not gone down yet . Do you have to take this medication for awhile before it becomes effective? ## Hello, Richard! How are you? Yes, it takes about 4 to 5 weeks for this medication to reach its full level of effectiveness in your body to see how well it work for you. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, increased urination and dehydration. Is there anything else I can help with? ## Thank you for your reply. I appreciate your response..

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I have been taking this generic for about 4 years and since I have been taking the PACK generica, I developed a chorinic cough and diahrrea that is becoming more and more of a problem. I am lactose intolerant and have allergies so I suspect they is a filler that is really upsetting y body. Overall, I am very healthy with no issues except for some allergies which I manage by taking over the counter medications usually in spring and fall. Has anyone had this problem? If so, can you tell me what you generic you switched to. ## Hello, Deb! How are you? Are you on any other medications? I'm very sorry about the problems you're experiencing. What are the markings on your Losartan? I need this information to research more information about it for you. The FDA lists its typical side eff...

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I only took a single dose before going to be. The next day I woke up with minor itching on the left side of my neck. Then I noticed my neck was getting tight and the left side of my neck was swelling down to the back of my upper shoulder. The losartan was the only thing new that I had taken. Has anyone else had similar happen to them while on this medication? Is it possible to have such a reaction so soon after taking medication. ## Hello, Kimmie! How are you? I'm so sorry about the problem that you experienced. Yes, that can happen, if you're allergic to a medication. Have you contacted your doctor? You will most likely need to try something else, because allergic reactions usually continue to worsen with exposure. As listed by the FDA, you may also experience trouble breathing...

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I have been advised to take Repace-25 (1-0-1) alongwith Zyloric 100 (2nos) daily for high bolld pressure(140/90) and for uric acid. I am having knee pain of late. Is it due to the Repace 25? What are side effects of takinf Repace-25? Shd I take Repace - 25 for a longer period? ## Repace contains the active ingredient Losartan and yes, it can cause some joint pain as a side effect in some people that take it. Have you talked to your doctor? You do need to take something to help lower your blood pressure, but should probably switch to a different medication. ## please let me have your expert advise on most safe (without any side effect) drug for HBP. I was advised the tab. amlopin - AT - in the morning and repace h at night. Since last one year I am having joint pain - knee / foot. ## My ...

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Hi. I was put on Bystolic for blood pressure in June. two months into taking the medication I had such severe side effects. I had constant muscle spasms, muscle aches and pain that would come and go through my body, I could not focus, I had a burning sensation in my face with tingling through my body. It caused me to get depressed and develop bad anxiety. I weaned myself from 10mg to 2.5 mg and went to the doctor and told him and he switched me to 50mg Losartan. He switched it in August and then the doctor place me on Losartan. I felt good for the first few weeks. Almost 2 and a half months in and I am getting severe body aches that come and go, my anxiety is back and worse, severe sinus congestions and ear ringing and a congestion. So, as of Wednesday the doctor took me off this medica...

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I have Lasartin pills with the markings 93 and 7365 but they are blue not green. Is this what I should be taking? ## Hello, Leslie! How are you? This tablet is manufactured by Teva Pharmaceuticals and they list them as containing 50mgs of Losartan, so yes, you have received the correct medication. Is that the right dosage? The FDA lists the typical side effects of this medication as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, increased urination and hypotension.

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I on larsarton and started itching very bad all over is this a side effect. ## Hello, Candy! How are you? Sorry about the itching! Do you also have a rash/hives or are you just itchy? If it's the latter, then it could be due to the effect that the Losartan has on your circulation, since it basically eases the workload on the heart to lower your blood pressure and treat cardiac conditions. If it's severe and continues, you may need to ask about trying a different medication. Other side effects may include headache, cough and low blood pressure. Is there anything else I can help with? ## Started Losartan in mid-June 2014. Within days I started itching...first around my lower back, then my forearms and the backs of my thighs on the second day. Doctors didn't have a clue, and I ...

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I am 58 years old, I normally taking Losartan 100mg-12.5 mg as per prescription but a pharmacist refilled the wrong dose i.e., 100mg-25mg and I did not noticed that until 3 weeks later. I took the first 25mg on 11/27/15 and 2 days later I got stomach pain, muscle pain, dark urine, loss of appetite, diarrhea and lost weight 9 pounds in 6 days. I felt better on the seventh day which was 11/3/15. My co-workers said I must have stomach flu because the above symptoms have gone after one week. Now I feel normal. Should I have an evaluation for my kidney and liver? Please advise, thanks! ## Hello, Saks! How are you feeling? The 12.5mg and 25mg listed is actually Hydrochlorothiazide, which is a diuretic that helps remove excess fluid from the body to help lower blood pressure. The symptoms you...

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I been taking losartan Hctz 100-25 daily for many years I excersize eat well. About 2 months ago this briefly happened for about a week.. Now again and it's bothersome. My readings are high 184/104 after sitting on couch. Palpitations sitting lying down.Feel better when outside fir some reason Seems to go into my throat also. I do have a goiter on thyroid/voice box. Very tired. Thought maybe from house, windows closed , pellet stove.. ## Are there any other significant changes that you can remember around the times this happens? Such as eating differently, drinking more liquids, sleeping badly, forgetting a dose of medication, not being active or etc? The 184/104 has the potential to be dangerous and you should consult your doctor. You may need to switch medications. The FDA lists t...

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my husband is concerned about his hair loss..his hair stylist said it could be his BP med..should he try to wean off it and see? ## Hello, Melody! How are you? If he has high blood pressure, then he can't just stop taking a medication for it. He needs to speak to his doctor about trying a different medication. Several blood pressure medications can cause hair loss as a side effect, as listed by the FDA, along with nausea, dizziness, headache and increased urination. However, not all of them do and there shouldn't be a problem with him trying a different one. Is there anything else I can help with?

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The pale yellow pill is oblong with a 337 on one side & a C on the other side. ## Hello, Gram! How are you? This tablet is manufactured by Jubilant Cadista Pharmaceuticals and they it as containing 50mgs of Losartan and 12.5mgs of Hydrochlorothiazide. The FDA lists this as being used to treat high blood pressure and certain cardiac conditions. Its typical side effects may possibly include nausea, dizziness, headache, increased urination and dehydration. Is there anything else I can help with?

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I do not have high blood pressure. My doctor has me on Losartan 100mg because I have diabetes. I do not have kidney problems. I've been told by many people not to take medicine for prevention. What do you think? ## Hello, Joan! How are you? It is very common for a doctor to prescribe such a mediation to help protect the kidneys from the possible damage that may occur from diabetes. Thus, your doctor most likely hasn't prescribed it to prevent high blood pressure. In this case, it would be best to follow your doctor's instructions. The FDA lists the typical side effects of this medication as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, increased urination and hypotension. Is there anything else I can help with? ## He also has me on pravastatin for high cholesterol which I ...

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Ever since taking I have been gaining weight like crazy and have had back pain, could it be from meds? ## Hello, William! How are you? Sorry about the problems you're having. Yes, it could be from the medication. Most blood pressure medications can cause weight gain and some of them can cause joint or muscle aches. Learn more Losartan details here. Have you discussed your symptoms with your doctor? They should be able to determine if they are due to the medication and, if so, prescribe an alternative that isn't known to cause such side effects as frequently. ## I've only been taking the meds for a few days but have been eating like a horse! Going to have to watch my food intake and exercise more, I guess. Goody!

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I have jAFib with accompanying shortness of breath and since taking Losartan 25 mg daily, the SOB has been much worse, I cannot walk 100 feet without having to stop and catch my breath. I also take Atenolol for low blood pressure. Can I stop the Losartan abruptly without any consequences? ## Hello, Joan! How are you? It would be best to consult your doctor and follow their instructions. It could be that your blood pressure is going too low, so you may need to adjust the dosage of one of these medications, or stop taking it. Other side effects, as listed by the FDA, may possibly include nausea, dizziness, headache, dry mouth and increased urination. Is there anything else I can help with?

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