Blaze Plus tablet 50 / 12.5mg

About Blaze Plus tablet 50 / 12.5mg

Blaze Plus tablet 50 / 12.5mg Uses

• High blood pressure not controlled by one medicine
• Combining two blood pressure lowering actions
• Reducing strain on the heart and blood vessels
• Lowering stroke risk in high blood pressure

Drug Class

• Antihypertensive combination
• ARB plus thiazide diuretic

What Experts Say

This tablet pairs two complementary medicines. Losartan relaxes blood vessels by blocking angiotensin II, while hydrochlorothiazide helps the kidneys remove extra salt and water, reducing the volume the heart must pump.

Combining the two often controls blood pressure better than either alone and simplifies treatment into one daily tablet. Doctors use it when a single medicine has not reached the blood pressure target.

Blood pressure, kidney function, potassium and sodium are monitored during treatment, since the diuretic can affect these. Taking it in the morning helps avoid extra night time urination.

Blaze Plus tablet 50 / 12.5mg formula

• Losartan Potassium 50mg
• Hydrochlorothiazide 12.5mg

Available forms

• Tablet

How to use Blaze Plus tablet 50 / 12.5mg?

• Take one tablet once daily, preferably in the morning.
• Can be taken with or without food.
• Keep taking it even when you feel well.
• Stay hydrated and have blood tests as your doctor advises.

Drug Interactions

This combination interacts with medicines affecting blood pressure, potassium and kidneys.

• NSAIDs like ibuprofen and diclofenac: Reduce its effect and may harm the kidneys.
• Potassium supplements or other diuretics: Can disturb potassium levels.
• Lithium: Levels can rise to harmful amounts.
• Other blood pressure medicines: Add to the pressure lowering effect.

Risks and warnings

• Pregnancy: Must not be used in pregnancy as it can harm the baby.
• Electrolytes: Can alter potassium and sodium; monitoring is advised.
• Low blood pressure: May cause dizziness, especially at the start or if dehydrated.
• Kidney function: Should be monitored during treatment.
• Sulfa allergy: The diuretic component is a sulfonamide; note any sulfa allergy.

Blaze Plus tablet 50 / 12.5mg Side Effects

• Dizziness
• Increased urination
• Tiredness
• Low potassium or sodium
• Raised blood sugar or uric acid

Storage Conditions

Store below 30°C in a dry place away from direct sunlight and moisture, out of reach of children.