Larsen tablet 50mg

About Larsen tablet 50mg

Larsen Tablet Uses

• Treatment of high blood pressure in adults
• Protects kidney function in type 2 diabetes patients with nephropathy
• Reduces stroke risk in patients with high blood pressure and heart enlargement
• Part of heart failure management in some patients

Larsen Tablet Benefits

• Lowers blood pressure without commonly causing a dry cough
• Helps protect the kidneys in diabetic patients over time
• Once daily dosing makes it easy to fit into a daily routine

Losartan potassium blocks a hormone that narrows blood vessels. Physicians in Lahore, Karachi, Islamabad and Rawalpindi commonly prescribe Larsen tablet for patients who cannot tolerate ACE inhibitors. It is a preferred option for hypertensive patients who also have diabetes or early kidney disease.

Blood pressure control needs regular monitoring, especially in the first few weeks. Home blood pressure checks help track how well the tablet is working. Readings should be logged and shared with the doctor at each follow up visit.

Larsen tablet works better when paired with reduced salt intake and regular exercise. Skipping doses can cause blood pressure spikes that raise heart risk. Long term uncontrolled hypertension raises the chance of stroke, heart attack and kidney damage.

Drug Class

• Angiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB)

Larsen tablet 50mg formula

• Losartan Potassium

Available forms

• Tablet

How to use Larsen tablet 50mg?

• Take once daily at the same time, with or without food
• Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water
• Check blood pressure regularly during the first month of treatment
• Do not stop suddenly even if blood pressure feels normal
• Tell your doctor before starting any new medicine

Drug Interactions

• Potassium Sparing Diuretics: Combining with drugs like spironolactone can raise potassium to unsafe levels.
• NSAIDs: Regular use of ibuprofen or diclofenac can reduce the blood pressure lowering effect.
• Lithium: Losartan can raise lithium blood levels and increase toxicity risk.
• ACE Inhibitors: Combining with drugs like lisinopril raises the risk of kidney problems and high potassium.

Risks and warnings

• Pregnancy: Losartan can harm an unborn baby and should be stopped as soon as pregnancy is confirmed.
• Kidney Function: Blood tests are needed to monitor kidney function and potassium levels.
• Low Blood Pressure: Dizziness can occur, especially after the first dose or in dehydrated patients.
• High Potassium: Losartan can raise blood potassium, which needs monitoring in kidney disease patients.
• Liver Impairment: A lower starting dose is needed in patients with liver disease.

Side Effects

• Dizziness
• Fatigue
• Back pain
• Nasal congestion
• Low blood sugar in diabetic patients
• Diarrhea
• Muscle cramps

Storage Conditions

Store Larsen tablet below 30 degrees Celsius away from moisture and direct light. Keep the strip in its original packaging. Keep out of reach of children.