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Losar-Ch 6.25/50mg Tablet is used to treat high blood pressure. It contains Losartan and Chlorthalidone which work by widening the blood vessels, improving blood flow, and preventing fluid retention. In some cases, this medicine may cause side effects such as nausea, taste changes, stomach upset, diarrhoea, headache, weakness, dizziness and decreased blood pressure. Before taking this medicine, inform the doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, taking any other medication, or have any pre-existing medical conditions.
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Written By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
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Side effects of Losar-CH 6.25 mg/50 mg Tablet
  • Talk to your doctor about oral potassium supplements.
  • Eat potassium rich foods such as bananas, avocados, oranges, dark leafy greens, beans and peas, fish, spinach, milk and tomatoes.
  • Limit intake of full-fat dairy products, red meat and processed foods rich in saturated fats.
  • Avoid foods with label “partially hydrogenated oils”.
  • Eat more vegetables, fruits, oats, whole grains, lentils and beans to increase fiber intake.
  • Include foods rich in monounsaturated fats like nuts, avocados, olive oil, and oily fish.
  • Limit consumption of egg yolks.
  • Exercise for at least 30 minutes 5 days a week.
  • Aim for weight loss and maintain healthy weight.
  • Quit smoking as smoking raises the risk of heart disease associated with cholesterol.
  • Limit alcohol consumption as excessive drinking may raise cholesterol levels.
  • Confusion is a major psychotic disorder that needs immediate medical attention.
  • Acknowledge your experience and put effort to control confusion.
  • Avoid smoking and alcohol intake as it can worsen the condition and increase your confusion.
  • Practice meditation and yoga to avoid anxiety, which can be one of the leading causes.
  • Talk to your dietician and consume food that can improve your mental health.
  • A blocked nose can be relieved by drinking more water, which helps clear fluids.
  • Use saline nasal spray available over the counter to relieve blockage or blow harder to remove the mucus.
  • Use nasal strips that can be placed on the nose to widen nostrils and increase airflow.
  • Keep a humidifier around to moisten air at home/workplace.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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chlorthalidoneDroperidol
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How does the drug interact with Losar-CH 6.25 mg/50 mg Tablet:
Co-administration of Losar-CH 6.25 mg/50 mg Tablet and cisapride may increase the risk or severity of an irregular heart rhythm that may be serious.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Losar-CH 6.25 mg/50 mg Tablet with Cisapride is not recommended, please consult your doctor before taking it. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.
chlorthalidoneDroperidol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Losar-CH 6.25 mg/50 mg Tablet:
Taking Droperidol can make Losar-CH 6.25 mg/50 mg Tablet less effective in lowering blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Losar-CH 6.25 mg/50 mg Tablet with Droperidol together can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. If you have any of these symptoms, it's important to contact your doctor right away. These symptoms include an irregular heart rhythm, severe or long-lasting diarrhea or vomiting, complications, sudden dizziness or lightheadedness, fainting, difficulty breathing, heart palpitations, weakness, feeling sleepy or confused, muscle pain, and feeling nauseous or vomiting. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
How does the drug interact with Losar-CH 6.25 mg/50 mg Tablet:
Co-administration of Losar-CH 6.25 mg/50 mg Tablet with pimozide can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm that may be serious.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction, Losar-CH 6.25 mg/50 mg Tablet can be taken with pimozide if prescribed by the doctor. Consult the prescriber if you develop sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, or fast or pounding heartbeats during treatment with pimozide. Also, let the doctor know if you experience signs of electrolyte disturbance, such as weakness, tiredness, drowsiness, confusion, muscle pain, cramps, dizziness, nausea, or vomiting. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Losar-CH 6.25 mg/50 mg Tablet:
Coadministration of Losar-CH 6.25 mg/50 mg Tablet with amiodarone may increase the risk of abnormal heart rhythms.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Losar-CH 6.25 mg/50 mg Tablet with amiodarone may cause an interaction, it is safe to do so if your doctor has prescribed it. If you have a cardiac problem or electrolyte imbalances, you may be more vulnerable. If you develop sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or a rapid heartbeat, consult a doctor. Do not stop taking any medications without visiting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Losar-CH 6.25 mg/50 mg Tablet:
Taking Losar-CH 6.25 mg/50 mg Tablet can make the body eliminate Arsenic trioxide faster, leading to lower levels in the blood and potentially reducing its effectiveness.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Losar-CH 6.25 mg/50 mg Tablet with Arsenic trioxide can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. If you have any of these symptoms, it's important to contact a doctor right away: your heart beating irregularly, feeling dizzy or lightheaded, fainting, having a fast or pounding heartbeat, feeling weak or drowsy, being confused, experiencing muscle pain, or feeling nauseous or vomiting. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Losar-CH 6.25 mg/50 mg Tablet:
Co-administration of Tizanidine and Losar-CH 6.25 mg/50 mg Tablet may show additive effects and increase the risk of low blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction, Losar-CH 6.25 mg/50 mg Tablet can be taken with tizanidine if prescribed by the doctor. If you experience headache, dizziness, palpitations, or sweating, contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Losar-CH 6.25 mg/50 mg Tablet:
Co-administration of Losar-CH 6.25 mg/50 mg Tablet with ziprasidone can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm that may be serious.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction, Losar-CH 6.25 mg/50 mg Tablet can be taken with ziprasidone if prescribed by the doctor. but it can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult your doctor if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, weakness, tiredness, drowsiness, confusion, muscle pain, cramps, nausea, or vomiting. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
chlorthalidoneAminolevulinic acid
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How does the drug interact with Losar-CH 6.25 mg/50 mg Tablet:
Co-administration of Aminolevulinic acid and Losar-CH 6.25 mg/50 mg Tablet may increase the risk of severe sunburn.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Losar-CH 6.25 mg/50 mg Tablet with Aminolevulinic acid together can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. If you notice that your skin is very sensitive to sunlight or if you have a really bad sunburn, it's important to contact your doctor right away. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Losar-CH 6.25 mg/50 mg Tablet:
Co-administration of Losar-CH 6.25 mg/50 mg Tablet together with lithium can increase the effects of lithium.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a interaction between Losar-CH 6.25 mg/50 mg Tablet and lithium, but it can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult your doctor if you experience diarrhea, vomiting, drowsiness, shaking of hands and legs, thirst, increased urination, lack of coordination, or muscle weakness. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Losar-CH 6.25 mg/50 mg Tablet:
Coadministration of amiloride with Losar-CH 6.25 mg/50 mg Tablet may increase potassium levels in the blood. 9High potassium levels can cause hyperkalemia, which can lead to kidney failure, muscular paralysis, abnormal heart rhythm, and cardiac arrest in extreme cases).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking amiloride along with Losar-CH 6.25 mg/50 mg Tablet may lead to an interaction, but it can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. 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 important to maintain proper fluid intake while taking these medications. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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