LOSTAT H TABLET
by BLUE CROSS LABORATORIES LTD.
Salt: LOSARTAN 50MG + HCTZ 12.5MG
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10 TABS · Inclusive of all taxes
LOSTAT H TABLET — Product Information
- Brand
- BLUE CROSS LABORATORIES LTD.
- Salt / Composition
- LOSARTAN 50MG + HCTZ 12.5MG
- Package
- 10 TABS
- Manufacturer
- —
- Country of Origin
- India
- Prescription
- Required
- Storage
- Store below 25°C, away from direct sunlight & moisture.
Uses and Benefits of LOSTAT H TABLET (LOSARTAN 50MG + HCTZ 12.5MG)
This combination medicine is mainly used to treat high blood pressure in adults who are not adequately controlled by a single medicine alone.
WHAT THIS MEDICINE IS USED FOR
- Treating high blood pressure (hypertension)
- Reducing the risk of stroke in people with high blood pressure and heart enlargement
- Sometimes used to protect the kidneys in people with high blood pressure and diabetes
HOW IT WORKS
- Losartan blocks a chemical called angiotensin II that tightens blood vessels, helping them relax and widen
- HCTZ is a diuretic (water pill) that helps the body get rid of excess salt and fluid through urine
- Together they lower blood pressure more effectively than either medicine alone
WHAT IT IS NOT USED FOR
- Not used for emergency treatment of very high blood pressure crisis
- Not a painkiller or fever medicine
- Not used to treat infections
- Not recommended for use during pregnancy
Side Effects of LOSTAT H TABLET (LOSARTAN 50MG + HCTZ 12.5MG)
COMMON SIDE EFFECTS
- Dizziness
- Tiredness or weakness
- Headache
- Increased urination
LESS COMMON SIDE EFFECTS
- Muscle cramps
- Low blood pressure symptoms like feeling faint on standing
- Dry mouth or increased thirst
- Nausea or upset stomach
- Mild skin rash
SERIOUS SIDE EFFECTS — STOP AND SEE A DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY
- Swelling of face, lips, tongue or throat, or difficulty breathing (allergic reaction)
- Severe dizziness or fainting
- Very low urine output or signs of kidney problems
- Irregular heartbeat, muscle weakness, or confusion (possible electrolyte imbalance)
- Yellowing of skin or eyes (jaundice)
- Severe skin reaction with blistering or peeling
This is not a complete list. Report any unusual or persistent symptom to your doctor or pharmacist.
How to Use LOSTAT H TABLET (LOSARTAN 50MG + HCTZ 12.5MG)
HOW TO TAKE IT
- Take exactly as prescribed by your doctor, usually once a day
- Can be taken with or without food
- Swallow the tablet with a glass of water; do not crush or chew unless advised
- Try to take it at the same time every day to maintain steady effect
- Continue taking it regularly even if you feel well, as blood pressure control needs continuous treatment
IF YOU MISS A DOSE
- Take it as soon as you remember on the same day
- If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue as usual
- Do not take two doses together to make up for a missed one
STORAGE
- Store at room temperature, away from direct sunlight and moisture
- Keep the tablets in their original pack until use
- Keep out of reach of children
- Do not use after the expiry date printed on the pack
Safety Information and Precautions for LOSTAT H TABLET (LOSARTAN 50MG + HCTZ 12.5MG)
This medicine is available only with a doctor's prescription in India.
DO NOT TAKE THIS MEDICINE IF YOU
- Are pregnant or planning pregnancy
- Are allergic to losartan, HCTZ, or other sulfonamide-derived medicines
- Have severe kidney disease or are unable to pass urine
- Have uncontrolled diabetes with severe kidney issues
TELL YOUR DOCTOR BEFORE STARTING IF YOU
- Have liver or kidney disease
- Have diabetes
- Have gout or high uric acid levels
- Are breastfeeding
- Are on a low-salt diet or have electrolyte imbalances
- Have had recent heavy vomiting or diarrhoea
MEDICINES THAT CAN INTERACT
- Other blood pressure medicines
- Potassium supplements or potassium-sparing diuretics
- Lithium
- NSAID painkillers like ibuprofen or diclofenac used regularly
- Diabetes medicines
- Other diuretics
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Can I stop this medicine once my blood pressure is normal?
No, do not stop without consulting your doctor, as blood pressure can rise again if treatment is stopped suddenly.
Will this medicine make me urinate more?
Yes, especially in the initial days, since one component helps remove excess fluid from the body.
Can I take this medicine with alcohol?
- Alcohol can increase the blood pressure-lowering effect and cause dizziness, so it is best to limit or avoid it.
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⚠️ This information is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Please consult your doctor or pharmacist.
All Substitutes — Same Salt, Same Strength (2)
Same composition LOSARTAN 50MG + HCTZ 12.5MG — equally effective, cheapest to costliest. None of these is cheaper than LOSTAT H TABLET — this is the lowest priced. Please confirm with your pharmacist.
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