Losartan (NA) + Atenolol (NA) + Hydrochlorothiazide (NA)

Losartan (NA) + Atenolol (NA) + Hydrochlorothiazide (NA) — Uses and Benefits

This combination medicine is mainly used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) in people who need more than one medicine to keep it controlled.

WHAT THIS MEDICINE IS USED FOR

• Control of high blood pressure
• Used when a single blood pressure medicine is not enough
• Helps reduce strain on the heart and blood vessels

HOW IT WORKS

• Losartan blocks a hormone (angiotensin II) that tightens blood vessels, helping them relax
• Atenolol slows the heart rate and reduces the force of heart contraction, lowering blood pressure
• Hydrochlorothiazide is a water pill (diuretic) that removes extra salt and water through urine, reducing blood volume
• Together they lower blood pressure through three different actions

WHAT IT IS NOT USED FOR

• Not a painkiller or fever medicine
• Not used for sudden chest pain or heart attack treatment
• Not a substitute for lifestyle changes like diet, exercise, and reducing salt intake
• Not for use in pregnancy
• Not meant for occasional or as-needed use; it is a regular daily medicine

How to Use Losartan (NA) + Atenolol (NA) + Hydrochlorothiazide (NA)

HOW TO TAKE IT

• Take exactly as prescribed by your doctor, usually once a day
• Can be taken with or without food, but try to take it at the same time every day
• Swallow the tablet with a glass of water; do not crush or chew unless advised
• Do not stop the medicine suddenly even if you feel well, as blood pressure can rise again
• Continue lifestyle measures like low-salt diet, exercise, and weight control alongside this medicine

IF YOU MISS A DOSE

• Take it as soon as you remember on the same day
• If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed one and continue as usual
• Do not take two doses together to make up for a missed one
• Set a daily reminder to avoid missing doses

STORAGE

• Store at room temperature, away from direct sunlight and moisture
• Keep in the original strip or container until use
• Keep out of reach of children
• Do not use after the expiry date printed on the pack

Losartan (NA) + Atenolol (NA) + Hydrochlorothiazide (NA) — Side Effects

COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

• Dizziness or light-headedness
• Tiredness or weakness
• Cold hands and feet
• Increased urination
• Headache

LESS COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

• Low blood pressure on standing up
• Slow heart rate
• Muscle cramps
• Nausea or upset stomach
• Dry cough
• Mild skin rash

SERIOUS SIDE EFFECTS — STOP AND SEE A DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY

• Fainting or severe dizziness
• Very slow or irregular heartbeat
• Signs of high potassium (muscle weakness, tingling, irregular heartbeat)
• Signs of low sodium or dehydration (confusion, severe weakness, muscle cramps)
• Swelling of face, lips, tongue or throat, or difficulty breathing (allergic reaction)
• Yellowing of skin or eyes
• Severe skin reaction with blistering or peeling

This is not a complete list. Report any unusual or persistent symptom to your doctor or pharmacist.

Losartan (NA) + Atenolol (NA) + Hydrochlorothiazide (NA) — Safety Information and Precautions

This is a prescription-only medicine in India and should be used only under medical supervision.

DO NOT TAKE THIS MEDICINE IF YOU

• Are pregnant or planning pregnancy
• Are breastfeeding
• Have severe kidney disease or are unable to pass urine
• Have a very slow heart rate or certain heart block conditions
• Have severe asthma or history of severe bronchospasm
• Are allergic to losartan, atenolol, hydrochlorothiazide, or other sulfonamide-derived medicines

TELL YOUR DOCTOR BEFORE STARTING IF YOU

• Have diabetes
• Have kidney or liver disease
• Have gout or high uric acid levels
• Have asthma or lung disease
• Have thyroid problems
• Are elderly or have heart failure

MEDICINES THAT CAN INTERACT

• Other blood pressure medicines
• Potassium supplements or potassium-sparing diuretics
• Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (painkillers like ibuprofen)
• Lithium
• Diabetes medicines (may need dose adjustment)
• Other heart rate-lowering medicines

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Can I stop this medicine once my blood pressure is normal?

No, stopping suddenly can cause blood pressure to rise again; any change should be done only under doctor's guidance.

Can I drive after taking this medicine?

Use caution, as dizziness can occur, especially when starting treatment.

Will this medicine affect my blood sugar or potassium levels?

• It can occasionally raise potassium or affect blood sugar, so regular blood tests may be advised by your doctor.
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