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Written By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
T Los 50 H Tablet is used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure) and reduce the risk of stroke in patients with high blood pressure. It is a combination medication generally used when a single medicine is unable to control high blood pressure. It contains Losartan and Hydrochlorothiazide, which helps to relax and widen the blood vessels (arteries) for easy blood flow to the whole body. Also, it prevents excess salt absorption in the body, preventing fluid retention. Thus, it lowers blood pressure and prevents the risk of stroke, heart attack, and oedema (fluid overload). In some cases, it may cause side effects such as upper respiratory infections, dizziness, feeling tired, nausea, diarrhoea, back pain, and cold/flu symptoms like a cough.
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About T Los 50 H Tablet

T Los 50 H Tablet is used treat hypertension (high blood pressure) and reduce the risk of stroke in patients with high blood pressure. T Los 50 H Tablet is a combination medication generally used when a single medicine is unable to control high blood pressure. Hypertension or high blood pressure is a life-long or chronic condition in which the force exerted against the artery wall becomes too high. It can lead to the risk of heart diseases like heart attack and stroke.

T Los 50 H Tablet is a combination of Losartan (angiotensin II receptor antagonist) and Hydrochlorothiazide (thiazide diuretic or water pill). Losartan is an angiotensin receptor blocker that helps to relax and widen the blood vessels (arteries) for easy blood flow to the whole body. Hydrochlorothiazide is a diuretic that prevents excess salt absorption in the body, preventing fluid retention. Together, it lowers blood pressure and prevents the risk of stroke, heart attack, and oedema (fluid overload).

You can take T Los 50 H Tablet with food or an empty stomach. It should be swallowed whole with a glass of water. Your doctor will advise you on how often you take your tablets based on your medical condition. You may experience upper respiratory infections, dizziness, feeling tired, nausea, diarrhoea, back pain, and cold/flu symptoms like a cough in some cases. Most of these side effects of T Los 50 H Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

Do not use potassium supplements or salt substitutes unless your doctor tells you. In rare cases, T Los 50 H Tablet can cause a condition that results in a skeletal muscle problem, leading to further kidney failure. If you notice unexplained muscle pain, dark colour urine, tenderness, or weakness, especially if you also have a fever or unexplained tiredness, immediately contact the doctor. Do not use if you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant; stop taking T Los 50 H Tablet , and tell your doctor immediately. Besides this, you should not use the T Los 50 H Tablet if you cannot urinate. If you have diabetes, do not use T Los 50 H Tablet with any medication that contains aliskiren (a blood pressure medicine). Before taking the T Los 50 H Tablet , tell your doctor if you have ever had liver disease, kidney failure, glaucoma (increased eye pressure), high or low magnesium or potassium levels in your blood, allergies or asthma, lupus (an autoimmune disease), or diabetes.

Uses of T Los 50 H Tablet

Treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure), Prevention of stroke.

Directions for Use

• Take T Los 50 H Tablet with or without food as advised by your doctor. • It is advised to take T Los 50 H Tablet once daily in the morning; however, follow your doctor’s recommendation regarding the dosage and duration. • Swallow T Los 50 H Tablet as a whole with a glass of water. • Do not crush, chew or break it.

Medicinal Benefits

T Los 50 H Tablet is a combination of Losartan (angiotensin II receptor antagonist) and Hydrochlorothiazide (thiazide diuretic or water pill). Losartan is an angiotensin receptor blocker that helps to relax and widen the blood vessels (arteries). Hydrochlorothiazide is a diuretic that prevents excess salt absorption in the body, preventing fluid retention. Together, it lowers blood pressure and prevents the risk of stroke, heart attack, and oedema (fluid retention).

How T Los 50 H Tablet Works

T Los 50 H Tablet is a combination of Losartan (angiotensin II receptor antagonist) and Hydrochlorothiazide (thiazide diuretic or water pill). Losartan is an angiotensin receptor blocker that helps to relax and widen the blood vessels (arteries) for easy blood flow to the whole body. Hydrochlorothiazide is a diuretic that prevents excess salt absorption in the body, preventing fluid retention. Together, it lowers blood pressure and prevents the risk of stroke, heart attack, and oedema (fluid overload).

Storage

Keep out of sight and reach of children.

What if I have taken an overdose of T Los 50 H Tablet

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of T Los 50 H Tablet as it may cause overdose. The symptoms of overdose include sleepiness, papitations (pounding heartbeat) and dizziness. If you suspect you have taken overdose or notice signs of overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.

Drug Warnings

T Los 50 H Tablet should not be given to the people allergic to T Los 50 H Tablet , have low blood pressure (less than 90 mm of Hg), or have had a heart attack, kidney disease, or liver disease. It should be used with caution in patients who have diabetes. Besides this, it is contraindicated in low blood pressure (hypotension), cardiogenic shock (sudden stopping of blood flow to the heart), and aortic stenosis (heart valve problem). Do not consume alcohol with T Los 50 H Tablet as it may increase the risk of low blood pressure. Avoid potassium supplements with T Los 50 H Tablet as they may lead to high potassium levels in the blood. Regular blood tests and blood pressure monitoring are recommended while taking T Los 50 H Tablet . Drink a lot of fluids as T Los 50 H Tablet can cause dehydration, so to avoid unpleasant side effects, increase the intake of fluids.

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How does the drug interact with T Los 50 H Tablet:
Taking Dofetilide and T Los 50 H Tablet can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm which can be severe. The risk increases in patients with a history of heart illness or electrolyte imbalance.

How to manage the interaction:
Combining Dofetilide and T Los 50 H Tablet together is not recommended as it can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if advised by your doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, chest pain or tightness, rapid heartbeat, or memory loss, contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with T Los 50 H Tablet:
Taking Cisapride and T Los 50 H Tablet can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm which can be severe. The risk increases in patients with a history of heart illness or electrolyte imbalance.

How to manage the interaction:
Combining Cisapride and T Los 50 H Tablet together is generally avoided as it can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if advised by your doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, or fast or pounding heartbeats, consult the doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with T Los 50 H Tablet:
Co-administration of T Los 50 H Tablet with Potassium chloride may increase potassium levels in the blood. High potassium levels can cause hyperkalemia (a high level of the electrolyte potassium in the blood), which can lead to kidney failure, muscular paralysis, and abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking T Los 50 H Tablet with Potassium chloride together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, consult the doctor if you experience nausea, vomiting, weakness, disorientation, tingling in your hands and feet, feelings of heaviness in your legs, a weak pulse, or a slow or irregular heartbeat. It is advised to reduce the intake of potassium-rich foods such as tomatoes, raisins, figs, potatoes, lima beans, bananas, plantains, papayas, pears, cantaloupes, mangoes, and potassium-containing salt substitutes. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with T Los 50 H Tablet:
Coadministration of T Los 50 H Tablet with Quinapril can increase potassium levels which can lead to severe conditions like kidney failure, muscle paralysis, and irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking T Los 50 H Tablet with Quinapril together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you notice any nausea, vomiting, weakness, confusion, tingling of the hands and feet, feelings of heaviness in the legs, or irregular heartbeat, you should contact a doctor immediately. Avoid taking a potassium-rich diet (tomatoes, raisins, figs, potatoes, lima beans, bananas, plantains, papayas, pears, cantaloupes, mangoes) while taking these medications. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
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How does the drug interact with T Los 50 H Tablet:
Coadministration of T Los 50 H Tablet with Captopril can increase potassium levels which can lead to severe conditions like kidney failure, muscle paralysis, and irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking T Los 50 H Tablet with Captopril together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you notice any nausea, vomiting, weakness, confusion, tingling of the hands and feet, feelings of heaviness in the legs, or irregular heartbeat, you should contact a doctor immediately. Avoid taking a potassium-rich diet (tomatoes, raisins, figs, potatoes, lima beans, bananas, plantains, papayas, pears, cantaloupes, mangoes) while taking these medications. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
How does the drug interact with T Los 50 H Tablet:
Coadministration of T Los 50 H Tablet with Tizanidine can show additive effects which can lower the blood pressure and increase the risk and severity of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking T Los 50 H Tablet with Tizanidine together can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, contact a doctor immediately if you notice any nausea, vomiting, weakness, confusion, tingling of the hands and feet, feelings of heaviness in the legs, or irregular heartbeat. While taking these medications, avoid taking a potassium-rich diet (tomatoes, raisins, figs, potatoes, lima beans, bananas, plantains, papayas, pears, cantaloupes, mangoes). Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
How does the drug interact with T Los 50 H Tablet:
Coadministration of ramipril together with T Los 50 H Tablet may increase the risk of side effects such as low blood pressure, kidney function impairment, and a condition called hyperkalemia (high blood potassium).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking T Los 50 H Tablet with Ramipril together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you notice any nausea, vomiting, weakness, confusion, tingling of the hands and feet, feelings of heaviness in the legs, or irregular heartbeat, you should contact a doctor immediately. Avoid taking a potassium-rich diet (tomatoes, raisins, figs, potatoes, lima beans, bananas, plantains, papayas, pears, cantaloupes, mangoes) while taking these medications. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
How does the drug interact with T Los 50 H Tablet:
Coadministration of T Los 50 H Tablet with Spironolactone can increase potassium levels in blood which can lead to severe conditions like kidney problems and irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking T Los 50 H Tablet with Spironolactone is not recommended as it can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, consult the doctor if you experience nausea, vomiting, weakness, confusion, tingling in your hands and feet, feeling of heaviness in your legs, a weak pulse, or a slow or irregular heartbeat. It is important to maintain proper fluid intake while taking these medications. Do not stop taking any medication without doctor's advise.
How does the drug interact with T Los 50 H Tablet:
Coadministration of T Los 50 H Tablet with Lisinopril can increase potassium levels.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking T Los 50 H Tablet with Lisinopril together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you notice any nausea, vomiting, weakness, confusion, tingling of the hands and feet, feelings of heaviness in the legs, or irregular heartbeat, you should contact a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
How does the drug interact with T Los 50 H Tablet:
Coadministration of T Los 50 H Tablet with Trimethoprim can increase potassium levels which can lead to severe conditions like kidney problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking T Los 50 H Tablet with Trimethoprim together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you notice any nausea, vomiting, weakness, confusion, tingling of the hands and feet, feelings of heaviness in the legs, or irregular heartbeat, you should contact a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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Common Foods to Avoid:
Lentils, Orange Juice, Oranges, Raisins, Potatoes, Salmon Dried, Spinach, Sweet Potatoes, Tomatoes, Coconut Water, Beans, Beetroot, Broccoli, Bananas, Apricots, Avocado, Yogurt, Grapefruit Juice

How to manage the interaction:
Coadministration of potassium-containing salt substitutes with T Los 50 H Tablet may cause high levels of potassium in blood. Also, coadministration of grapefruits and grapefruit juice with T Los 50 H Tablet may decrease the efficacy of losartan. Avoid consumption of potassium-containing salt substitutes, grapefruits and grapefruit juice while being treated with T Los 50 H Tablet.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Keep your weight under control with a BMI of 19.5-24.9.

  • Do regular physical activity or exercise for at least 150 minutes per week, or about 30 minutes most days of the week. Doing this can help you to lower your raised blood pressure by about 5 mm of Hg.

  • Limit sodium chloride (table salt) intake in your daily diet to 2300 mg per day or less than 1500 mg is ideal for most adults.

  • If you are taking alcohol, then only one serving for women and two servings is advisable.

  • Quitting smoking is the best strategy to lower the risk of heart disease.

  • Avoid chronic stress as it can raise your blood pressure. Try to enjoy and spent time with your loved ones to cope with stress and practice mindfulness techniques.

  • Monitor your blood pressure daily and if there is too much fluctuation, then immediately contact your doctor.

  • Try to include heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids containing food drinks in your daily diet. You can also use low-fat cooking oil like olive oil, soybean oil, canola oil, and coconut oil to lower your elevated blood pressure.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTI- HYPERTENSIVES
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Alcohol

Unsafe

You are recommended not to consume alcohol and T Los 50 H Tablet to avoid unpleasant side effects like drowsiness, dizziness, and liver damage.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

T Los 50 H Tablet is not recommended during pregnancy. This medicine may cause fetal damage and can affect the unborn baby (fetus).

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Breast Feeding

Caution

T Los 50 H Tablet is known to pass breast milk, but its effect on the baby is unknown. So, before breastfeeding, let your doctor know about this.

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Driving

Caution

T Los 50 H Tablet causes drowsiness and dizziness, so drive only if you are alert

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Liver

Caution

T Los 50 H Tablet to be taken with caution, especially if you have or have had a history of liver disease. Your doctor will have to change the dosage depending on your medical condition and your reaction to treatment.

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Kidney

Unsafe

Not recommended in patients with chronic kidney disease (severe renal impairment). Safety and effectiveness in patients with severe renal impairment have not been established.

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Children

Caution

T Los 50 H Tablet hasn’t been studied in children younger than 18 years of age. So, it shouldn’t be used in people younger than 18 years.

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FAQs

T Los 50 H Tablet is used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure) and reduce the risk of stroke in patients with high blood pressure.

T Los 50 H Tablet is a combination of Losartan (angiotensin II receptor antagonist) and Hydrochlorothiazide (thiazide diuretic or water pill). Losartan is an angiotensin receptor blocker that helps to relax and widen the blood vessels (arteries) for easy blood flow to the whole body. Hydrochlorothiazide is a diuretic that prevents excess salt absorption in the body, preventing fluid retention. Together it lowers blood pressure and prevents the risk of stroke, heart attack, and oedema (fluid overload).

No, you are advised to inform your doctor and monitor your blood pressure for at least two weeks before stopping the medicine. Depending upon your current blood pressure readings, there is a possibility your doctor may lower your medicine dosage and not recommend to discontinue it.

T Los 50 H Tablet can be safely taken as long as your doctor has prescribed it to you. Conditions such as high blood pressure are life-long conditions, and one should not abruptly discontinue it without discussing it with a doctor.

In case you have missed a dose of T Los 50 H Tablet , you are advised to take it as soon as you remember. However, try not to miss a dose in the first place; if it's time for you to take your next dose, then do not take both the doses together. Take only one dose; taking a double dose of T Los 50 H Tablet will lead to low blood pressure.

It is not recommended to take T Los 50 H Tablet if you are pregnant as it can damage the unborn baby (may lead to fetal toxicity).

Yes, prolonged intake of T Los 50 H Tablet can cause an increase in blood potassium level. So, patients taking T Los 50 H Tablet should avoid taking supplements and food rich in potassium to avoid any unpleasant side-effect.

Yes, T Los 50 H Tablet can cause dizziness. It is advised to avoid driving or operate any heavy machinery while taking T Los 50 H Tablet . In case you feel dizzy or lightheaded, it is advised to rest for some time until you feel better.

You should not take T Los 50 H Tablet if you have ever had liver disease, kidney failure, glaucoma, high or low levels of magnesium or potassium in your blood, have allergies or asthma, lupus (an autoimmune disease), diabetes, anuria (reduction or absence of urine) and pregnant women in their second or third trimesters. Besides this, avoid using T Los 50 H Tablet (in case of diabetes) with aliskiren (a blood pressure medicine) as it can lead to a life-threatening condition.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

3 Yogi Complex, Nr Doordarshan, Kendra, Thaltej, Ahmedabad, India 380054.
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