The Losartan Potassium 25 mg Tablet (often branded as Swaslo-25 by Generic Aadhaar) is a prescription medication primarily used to manage high blood pressure (hypertension). It also serves to protect the kidneys in patients with type 2 diabetes and high blood pressure, and helps reduce the risk of stroke in certain high-risk individuals.
Active Ingredient and How It Works
  • Losartan Potassium (25 mg): This active ingredient belongs to a class of drugs called Angiotensin II receptor blockers (ARBs). It works by blocking a substance in the body (angiotensin II) that causes blood vessels to tighten. By blocking this action, Losartan allows blood vessels to relax and widen, which lowers blood pressure and allows blood to flow more smoothly.
Key Uses and Benefits
  • Hypertension Management: The main use is to treat high blood pressure effectively, which reduces the workload on the heart and prevents damage to blood vessels, kidneys, and the brain.
  • Kidney Protection in Diabetes: It slows the progression of kidney disease (nephropathy) in patients with type 2 diabetes and high blood pressure.
  • Stroke Prevention: It is prescribed to lower the chance of stroke in patients with hypertension and left ventricular hypertrophy (an enlarged heart muscle).
  • Heart Failure: It may be used to manage heart failure in some patients.
Potential Side Effects and Precautions
Common Side Effects:
  • Dizziness or lightheadedness (especially when standing up quickly)
  • Headache
  • Upper respiratory infection (e.g., stuffy nose, sore throat)
  • Back pain
  • Fatigue
Important Precautions:
  • Prescription Required: This is a prescription medicine and must be taken under the guidance of a healthcare professional.
  • Consistency is Key: It is crucial to take the medication consistently every day, even if you feel well, as high blood pressure often has no noticeable symptoms.
  • Pregnancy: This medication is highly unsafe during pregnancy, especially during the second and third trimesters, due to the risk of fetal harm. Use effective contraception while taking it.
  • Alcohol: Avoid consuming alcohol while using Losartan, as it can excessively lower blood pressure and increase dizziness.
  • Interactions: Inform your doctor about all other medications and supplements you are taking, particularly potassium supplements, salt substitutes containing potassium, or certain pain relievers (NSAIDs).

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