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Losvet AT 50mg/50mg Tablet Substitute

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Verified Ingredients and Effects

Composition:

ATENOLOL-50MG + LOSARTAN-50MG

Uses:

Treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure)

Medicinal Benefits:

Losvet AT 50mg/50mg Tablet belongs to a class of combination drugs called 'anti-hypertensive'  primarily used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure). Losvet AT 50mg/50mg Tablet is a combination drug containing Losartan (angiotensin II receptor blockers) and Atenolol (a beta-blocker). Losartan works by blocking a hormone called angiotensin II thereby preventing blood vessels from narrowing, lowering the blood pressure, and improving the overall blood flow. Besides this, it also protects your kidneys if you have both kidney disease and diabetes. Atenolol works by blocking stress hormones like adrenaline and epinephrine, thereby slowing down the increased heart rate. Thus, it collectively helps lower raised blood pressure, reducing the chances of heart attack or stroke in the future.

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Losvet AT 50mg/50mg Tablet is used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure), a lifelong or chronic condition in which the blood pressure against the artery walls becomes too high.

Losvet AT 50mg/50mg Tablet is a combination drug containing Losartan (angiotensin II receptor blockers) and Atenolol (a beta-blocker) primarily used to treat hypertension. Losartan works by blocking a hormone called angiotensin II and atenolol works by blocking stress hormones like adrenaline and epinephrine, thereby slowing down the increased heart rate. Thus, it collectively helps lower raised blood pressure, reducing the chances of heart attack or stroke in the future.Â

No, you are not recommended to take potassium supplements with Losvet AT 50mg/50mg Tablet as it may increase the levels of potassium in the blood (hyperkalemia). However, please consult a doctor before taking other medicines with Losvet AT 50mg/50mg Tablet.

Losvet AT 50mg/50mg Tablet may be safe for diabetic patients if a doctor prescribes it. Losvet AT 50mg/50mg Tablet protects the kidney and slows down kidney function decrease in hypertensive (high blood pressure) type 2 diabetic patients.

It is advised to continue your medicine even after your blood pressure is under control or becomes normal as blood pressure can shot up at any time. If you have a persistent headache, please consult your doctor immediately.

Before you start treatment with Losvet AT 50mg/50mg Tablet, inform your doctor about any health issues you had or currently have like diabetes, along with other medications you take. If you take diabetes medication or insulin, monitor your blood sugar during the first month of losartan use, as it can affect blood sugar levels.

Yes, while taking Losvet AT 50mg/50mg Tablet you need to maintain a low-salt diet and limit processed foods, as they are high in sodium. Use spices or herbs to flavour your meals instead of salt. Choose a diet rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and low-fat dairy. Avoid smoking and alcohol.

Losvet AT 50mg/50mg Tablet is not advised during pregnancy as it contains atenolol, which is not safe during pregnancy. Taking Losvet AT 50mg/50mg Tablet in the second and third trimesters can interfere with the baby's development and may cause harm or even be life-threatening. If you notice any symptoms of Losvet AT 50mg/50mg Tablet such as nausea, stomach pain, diarrhoea, vomiting. Please, consult a doctor if you are pregnant or planning pregnancy. Do not self-medicate.

The common side effects of Losvet AT 50mg/50mg Tablet include nausea, headache, slow heart rate, constipation, decreased blood pressure, taste change, weakness, and dizziness. These are not same in everyone. However, consult the doctor if these side effects persists for longer durations.

Yes, you should inform your doctor about other medicines while using Losvet AT 50mg/50mg Tablet, as it may cause drug interactions in some cases. Therefore, let your doctor know about all drugs, supplements, or herbal products you are taking. This is especially important if you are on blood thinners, anti-cancer drugs, potassium supplements, or heart medications like digoxin.

Store Losvet AT 50mg/50mg Tablet in the cool and dry places at room temperatures at 30°C. Protect from light and moisture. Keep it out of reach from children.

Taking overdose of Losvet AT 50mg/50mg Tablet can lead to dizziness, increased levels of potassium in blood, kidney failure based on your medical conditions which is not same for everyone. Please, consult the doctor if you observe any of these side effects or if you think you have taken more than the recommended dose.