Losatrix
Losatrix is a medicine that helps lower high blood pressure and slows down kidney function decline in people with type 2 diabetes.
Form
tabletti, kalvopäällysteinen
Strength
12.5 mg
Active Ingredient
Losartan potassium
Manufacturer
ratiopharm GmbH
How to Use
Dosage
The usual starting dose for adults is 50 mg once daily. Your doctor may increase the dose to 100 mg if needed.
Method
Take the tablet with water. Try to take it at the same time each day.
Important
The maximum daily dose is usually 150 mg of losartan once daily.
Possible Side Effects
COMMON
- •Dizziness
- •Low blood pressure
- •Weakness
- •Fatigue
- •High potassium in blood
- •Changes in kidney function
RARE
- •Headache
- •Sleep problems
- •Palpitations (fast heartbeat)
- •Chest pain
- •Shortness of breath
- •Stomach pain
- •Diarrhea
- •Nausea and vomiting
- •Skin reactions, such as rash and itching
- •Local swelling
- •Cough
- •Severe allergic reaction (swelling of face, lips, throat)
- •Tingling or numbness
- •Fainting
- •Stroke
- •Liver inflammation
- •Decreased platelet count
- •Migraine
- •Muscle and joint pain
- •Flu-like symptoms
- •Back pain
- •Increased sensitivity to sunlight
- •Impotence
- •Pancreatitis
- •Low sodium in blood
- •Depression
- •Ringing in ears (tinnitus)
- •Changes in taste
Important Warnings
- Do not use Losatrix if you are allergic to losartan or any other ingredients in the medicine.
- Do not use if you have severe liver problems.
- Do not use if you have been pregnant for more than 3 months (also avoid during early pregnancy).
- Do not use if you have diabetes or kidney problems and are taking blood pressure medicine containing aliskiren.
- If you experience a severe allergic reaction, such as swelling of the face, lips, or tongue, stop taking Losatrix and seek immediate medical help.
Use in Elderly Patients
Category A
Suitable for older adults. Monitor renal function and potassium concentrations during the pharmacotherapy. Avoid concurrent use of NSAIDs. (updated 14.4.2025)