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Indications

Cozaar is a brand name for the medication losartan, which is an angiotensin II receptor antagonist. Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes and lower the risk of stroke in certain people with heart disease.

Cozaar works by blocking the action of certain chemicals in the body that cause blood vessels to narrow, which helps to reduce blood pressure and improve blood flow.

Use and Dosage

Read the Patient Information Leaflet if available from your pharmacist before you start taking losartan and each time you get a refill. If you have any questions, ask your doctor or pharmacist.

Take this medication by mouth as directed by your doctor, usually once daily with or without food. The dosage is based on your medical condition and response to treatment.

If you are using the liquid form of this medication, shake the bottle well before each dose. Carefully measure the dose using a special measuring device/spoon. Do not use a household spoon because you may not get the correct dose.

Use this medication regularly to get the most benefit from it. To help you remember, take it at the same time each day. Keep taking this medication even if you feel well. Most people with high blood pressure do not feel sick.

• Usual Adult Dose for Diabetic Nephropathy:
  • Initial dose: 50 mg orally once a day.
  • Maximum dose: 100 mg orally once a day.
  • Comments:
    • If hypertensive patients with left ventricular hypertrophy or type 2 diabetic nephropathy patients require titration from the initial dose, increase it to 100 mg orally once a day.
    • Antihypertension is substantially present within 1 week but in some studies, the maximal effect occurred in 3 to 6 weeks.
  • Uses:
    • Treatment of hypertension.
    • To reduce the risk of stroke in patients with hypertension and left ventricular hypertrophy.
    • Treatment of diabetic nephropathy with elevated serum creatinine and proteinuria (urinary albumin to creatinine ratio 300 mg/g or greater) in patients with type 2 diabetes and a history of hypertension.
• Usual Adult Dose for Hypertension:
  • Initial dose: 50 mg orally once a day
  • Maximum dose: 100 mg orally once a day
  • Comments:
    • If hypertensive patients with left ventricular hypertrophy or type 2 diabetic nephropathy patients require titration from the initial dose, increase it to 100 mg orally once a day.
    • Antihypertension is substantially present within 1 week but in some studies, the maximal effect occurred in 3 to 6 weeks.
  • Uses:
    • Treatment of hypertension.
    • To reduce the risk of stroke in patients with hypertension and left ventricular hypertrophy.
    • Treatment of diabetic nephropathy with elevated serum creatinine and proteinuria (urinary albumin to creatinine ratio 300 mg/g or greater) in patients with type 2 diabetes and a history of hypertension.
• Usual Pediatric Dose for Hypertension:
  • 6 Years or Older:
  • Initial dose: 0.7 mg/kg orally once a day (up to 50 mg total)
  • Comments:
    • May be given as a tablet or suspension.
    • Doses above 1.4 mg/kg (or 100 mg) daily have not been studied in pediatric patients.

Side Effects

Common side effects include:

• Headache
• Dizziness
• Lightheadedness
• Tiredness
• Stomach discomfort
• Diarrhea
• Insomnia or sleep problems

Severe side effects include:

• Symptoms of hyperkalemia or high potassium level in the blood (slow and irregular heartbeat, muscle weakness)
• Fainting

This is not a complete list of the side effects of Cozaar.

Cautions

Before taking losartan, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details.

Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: liver disease, dehydration, and high levels of potassium in the blood.

This drug may make you dizzy. Alcohol or marijuana (cannabis) can make you dizzier. Do not drive, use machinery, or do anything that needs alertness until you can do it safely. Limit alcoholic beverages. Talk to your doctor if you are using marijuana (cannabis).

This medication may increase your potassium levels. Before using potassium supplements or salt substitutes that contain potassium, consult your doctor or pharmacist.

Before having surgery, tell your doctor or dentist about all the products you use (including prescription drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products).

Form and Strengths

Cozaar is available in the following form and strengths:

• Cozaar Tablet:
  • 25mg
  • 50mg
  • 100mg
• Losartan Tablet:
  • 25mg
  • 50mg
  • 100mg

FAQ

When is the best time to take Cozaar?

This medication can be taken at any time of the day.

Can Cozaar be divided in half?

You may cut this medication in half.

Does Cozaar cause weight gain?

Weight gain is not among the adverse effects of this oral drug.

Resources:

1. https://www.drugs.com/cozaar.html#dosage
2. https://www.webmd.com/drugs/2/drug-11528/cozaar-oral/details
3. https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2018/020386s062lbl.pdf