losartan(Cozaar, Hyzaar (with HCTZ))

Angiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB)

Pronunciation

/loʊˈsɑːrtæn/

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At a glance

Generic name: losartan
Brand names: Cozaar, Hyzaar (with HCTZ)
Therapeutic class: Angiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB)
Mechanism (summary):

Clinical pearls

Take at the same time each day with or without food.
Avoid potassium-containing salt substitutes.
Notify provider immediately if pregnant; the drug can harm the fetus.
Avoid NSAIDs without checking with provider.
Rise slowly from sitting/lying for the first few doses.

Related drugs in this class

valsartan

Diovan, Exforge (with amlodipine)

irbesartan

Avapro, Avalide (with HCTZ)

candesartan

Atacand, Atacand HCT (with HCTZ)

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