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ZAYO 50 mg tablets likely contain Losartan, an angiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB). Losartan works by selectively blocking the binding of angiotensin II to the AT1 receptor found in various tissues, including vascular smooth muscle and the adrenal glands. Angiotensin II is a potent vasoconstrictor and stimulates aldosterone secretion, both of which contribute to elevated blood pressure. By blocking its effects, Losartan causes vasodilation, reduces aldosterone release, and consequently lowers blood pressure. It is primarily used to treat hypertension and can also be beneficial in protecting the kidneys in patients with type 2 diabetes and nephropathy, as well as reducing the risk of stroke in patients with hypertension and left ventricular hypertrophy.
Uses
- Treatment of essential hypertension.
- Reduction of stroke risk in hypertensive patients with LVH.
- Kidney protection in type 2 diabetes with nephropathy.
- Management of heart failure (off-label for some ARBs).
Directions For Use
Take this medication orally, usually once daily, with or without food, as directed by your physician.
Benefits
- Effectively lowers high blood pressure.
- Reduces the risk of stroke.
- Protects kidney function in diabetic patients.
- Well-tolerated with a low incidence of cough.
- Helps manage heart failure symptoms.
- Provides sustained blood pressure control.
Side Effects
- Dizziness
- Lightheadedness
- Fatigue
- Headache
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Upper respiratory infection
- Back pain
- Muscle cramps
- Hyperkalemia (elevated potassium)
- Hypotension (low blood pressure)
- Angioedema (rare)
Safety Measures
- Alcohol - Avoid excessive alcohol consumption as it can further lower blood pressure and increase the risk of dizziness or lightheadedness.
- Pregnancy - Losartan is contraindicated during the second and third trimesters of pregnancy due to potential fetal harm.
- Breastfeeding - Not recommended during breastfeeding as it may pass into breast milk and potentially harm the infant.
- Liver - Use with caution in patients with hepatic impairment; a lower starting dose may be required.
- Kidney - Use with caution in patients with renal impairment; monitor kidney function and potassium levels closely.
- Lung - Generally safe for use in patients with lung conditions, and less likely to cause cough than ACE inhibitors.
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