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it continues for a long time, the heart and arteries may not function
properly. This can damage the blood vessels of the brain, heart,
and kidneys, resulting in a stroke, heart failure, or kidney failure.
High blood pressure may also increase the risk of heart attacks.
These problems may be less likely to occur if blood pressure is
controlled.
Cozaar
works by blocking the action of a substance in the body that causes
blood vessels to tighten. As a result, Cozaar relaxes blood vessels.
This lowers blood pressure.
Before
Using Cozaar
In deciding to use Liothyronine, the risks of taking the
medicine must be weighed against the good it will do. This is a
decision you and your doctor will make. For Cozaar, the following
should be considered:
Allergies—Tell
your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or allergic reaction
to Cozaar. Also tell your health care professional if you are allergic
to any other substances, such as foods, preservatives, or dyes.
Diet—Make
certain your health care professional knows if you are on any special
diet, such as a low-sodium diet.
Pregnancy—Use
of Cozaar during pregnancy, especially during the second and third
trimesters (after the first three months) can cause low blood pressure,
severe kidney failure, or even death in the newborn. Therefore,
it is important that you check with your doctor immediately if you
think that you may be pregnant. Be sure that you have discussed
this with your doctor before taking this medicine.
Breast-feeding—It
is not known whether cozaar passes into breast milk. However, losartan
passes into the milk of lactating rats.
Children—Studies
on this medicine have been done only in adult patients, and there
is no specific information comparing use of cozaar in children with
use in other age groups.
Older
adults—This medicine has been tested in a limited number of
patients 65 years of age or older and has not been shown to cause
different side effects or problems in older people than it does
in younger adults.
Other
medicines—Although certain medicines should not be used together
at all, in other cases two different medicines may be used together
even if an interaction might occur. In these cases, your doctor
may want to change the dose, or other precautions may be necessary.
When you are taking Cozaar, it is especially important that your
health care professional know if you are taking any of the following:
Diuretics
(water pills)—Effects on blood pressure may be increased.
In addition, some diuretics make the increase in potassium in the
blood caused by Cozaar even greater
Other
medical problems—The presence of other medical problems may
affect the use of Cozaar. Make sure you tell your doctor if you
have any other medical problems, especially:
Kidney disease or
Liver disease—Effects may be increased because of slower removal
of Cozaar from the body
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Prescribing Information
| Cozaar's
Price List |
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Brand Name |
Generic Name |
Strength |
Manufacturer |
Quantity |
US$ |
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Cozaar (brand) |
Losartan potassium |
50 mg tab |
Merch Sharp & Dohme |
30 tabs |
41.00 |
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Cozaar (brand) |
Losartan Potassium |
50 mg tab |
Merck Sharp&Dohme |
90 tabs |
116.00 |
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Proper
Use of Cozaar .
To help you remember to take your medicine, try to get into the habit
of taking it at the same time each day.
In
addition to the use of the medicine your doctor has prescribed,
treatment for your high blood pressure may include weight control
and care in the types of foods you eat, especially foods high in
sodium. Your doctor will tell you which of these are most important
for you. You should check with your doctor before changing your
diet.
Many
patients who have high blood pressure will not notice any signs
of the problem. In fact, many may feel normal. It is very important
that you take your medicine exactly as directed and that you keep
your appointments with your doctor even if you feel well.
Remember
that this medicine will not cure your high blood pressure but it
does help control it. Therefore, you must continue to take it as
directed if you expect to lower your blood pressure and keep it
down. You may have to take high blood pressure medicine for the
rest of your life . If high blood pressure is not treated, it can
cause serious problems such as heart failure, blood vessel disease,
stroke, or kidney disease.
Cozaar
may be taken with or without food.
Dosing—
The
dose of Cozaar will be different for different patients. Follow
your doctor's orders or the directions on the label. The following
information includes only the average doses of Cozaar. If your dose
is different, do not change it unless your doctor tells you to do
so.
The
number of tablets that you take depends on the strength of the medicine.
For
oral dosage form (tablets):
For high blood pressure:
Adults—25 to 100 milligrams (mg) a day. The dose may be taken
once a day or divided into two doses.
Children—Use and dose must be determined by your doctor.
Missed dose—
If
you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as possible. However,
if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and
go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not double doses.
Storage—
To
store Liothyronine:
Keep
out of the reach of children.
Store away from heat and direct light.
Do not store in the bathroom, near the kitchen sink, or in other
damp places. Heat or moisture may cause the medicine to break down.
Keep the medicine from freezing. Do not refrigerate.
Do not keep outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed. Be sure
that any discarded medicine is out of the reach of children.
Precautions While Using Cozaar .
Check with your doctor immediately if you think that you may be
pregnant. Cozaar may cause birth defects or other problems in the
baby if taken during pregnancy.
It
is important that your doctor check your progress at regular visits
to make sure that this medicine is working properly and to check
for unwanted effects.
Do
not take other medicines unless they have been discussed with your
doctor. This especially includes over-the-counter
medicines for appetite control, asthma, colds, cough, hay fever,
or sinus problems, since they may tend to increase your blood pressure.
Dizziness
or lightheadedness may occur after the first dose of this medicine,
especially if you have been taking a diuretic (water pill). Make
sure you know how you react to this medicine before you drive, use
machines, or do anything else that could be dangerous if you are
dizzy.
Check
with your doctor right away if you become sick while taking this
medicine, especially with severe or continuing nausea and vomiting
or diarrhea. These conditions may cause you to lose too much water
and lead to low blood pressure.
Dizziness,
lightheadedness, or fainting may also occur if you exercise or if
the weather is hot. Heavy sweating can cause loss of too much water
and result in low blood pressure. Use extra care during exercise
or hot weather.
Avoid
alcoholic beverages until you have discussed their use with your
doctor. Alcohol may make the low blood pressure effect worse and/or
increase the possibility of dizziness or fainting
Side Effects of This Medicine
Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some
unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur,
if they do occur they may need medical attention.
Check
with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects
occur:
Rare
Hoarseness; swelling of face, mouth, hands, or feet; trouble in
swallowing or breathing (sudden)
Check with your doctor as soon as possible if any of the following
side effects occur:
Less
common
Cough, fever or sore throat; dizziness
Other side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention.
These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts
to the medicine. However, check with your doctor if any of the following
side effects continue or are bothersome:
More
common
Headache
Less common
Back pain; diarrhea; fatigue; nasal congestion
Rare
Cough, dry; leg pain; muscle cramps or pain; sinus problems; trouble
in sleeping
Other side effects not listed above may also occur in some patients.
If you notice any other effects, check with your doctor.
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