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Zaart – H

Drug Name:

Losartan Potassium 50mg + Hydrochlorothiazide 12.5mg Tablets

Category:

International Brand: Hyzaar

Hyzaar

Details

Losartan Potassium 50mg + Hydrochlorothiazide 12.5mg Tablets belong to the class of Angiotensin Receptor Blockers. It is known by the name of Hyzaar internationally. In India, it is known by the name of Zaart – H.

 

Purpose:

  • Hyzaar tablets are indicated to treat hypersensitivity (high blood pressure).
  • It lowers the risk of strokes in patients with an enlarged heart.
  • It is also used in the treatment of heart failure, renal protection in type 2 diabetic patients with proteinuria, and reducing cardiovascular morbidity.

Mechanism:

Zaart – H tablets and their active metabolite block the aldosterone-secreting and vasoconstrictor effects of angiotensin. This allows easy and smooth flow of blood to all organs inside the body.

Dosage:

  • Strictly as prescribed by your doctor.

The recommended dosage of Losartan Potassium 50mg + Hydrochlorothiazide 12.5mg Tablets  for effective results is:

  • For hypertension: 50 mg once daily, for 3-6 weeks.
  • For cardiovascular morbidity: 50-100 mg once daily.
  • For heart failure: 12.5 mg once daily, can be increased to 25 mg if needed.
  • For type 2 diabetic patients: 50 mg once daily.

 

Side effects:

  • Common side effects of Zaart – H tablets are nausea, dizziness, vomiting, sleepiness, lightheadedness, diarrhea, and fever.
  • Serious side effects of Losartan Potassium 50mg + Hydrochlorothiazide 12.5mg Tablets are anemia, depression, somnolence, paresthesia, migraine, vertigo, tinnitus, urticaria, impotence, edema, dyspnea, atrial fibrillation, syncope, and sleep disorders.
  • If any of the above-mentioned side effects persist for long, consult your doctor right away.

 

Precautions and measures:

  • In patients being treated with a high dose of diuretics along with losartan Potassium 50mg + Hydrochlorothiazide 12.5mg Tablets, might face symptomatic hypotension.
  • If you have had a medical history of liver disease, or dehydration, inform your doctor before starting with this medication.
  • Limit your intake of alcohol and marijuana as it can lead to extreme dizziness and sleepiness.
  • Do not crush, break, or split the tablet.
  • Store them at room temperature.
  • Keep them away from the reach of kids and pets.
  • Do not increase or decrease the dosage at your own ease.
  • Get regular tests of creatinine, urea, and potassium in your blood.
  • Rise slowly if you’ve been lying or sitting for quite a long time.
  • For the best and quick results, take this drug at the same time every day.
  • Within 6 hours of consuming this drug, effects can be seen.

Interactions:

Drugs that can interact with Zaart – H tablets and produce negative effects are Aliskiren, Benazepril, Lithium, Drospirenone, and Lisinopril. Hence, they should be avoided.