* LOSARTAN/HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE
Hyzaar Drug Information
Hyzaar is a combination medication used in the treatment of high blood pressure and in the reduction of risk for stroke in people with certain heart disease. Losartan is a receptor antagonist and acts as a diuretic. It helps in the prevention of absorption of excess salt which causes water retention in the body. It aids in the elimination of fluids and sodium through urination. Hydrochlorothiazide is an angiotension II receptor blocker that helps the blood vessels to relax and facilitates improved blood flow.
Hyzaar Dosage Information
Its main components are Losartan and Hydrochlorothiazide. The usual dosage of cheap Losartan starts with 50 mg to be taken once a day. Those with intravascular volume depletion or hepatic impairment are recommended a lower dosage of 25 mg. It can be administer twice daily if the recommended daily dosage is between 50-100 mg. Hydrochlorothizide is recommended in dosage of 12.5 mg, and should never exceed 25 mg. Usual recommended dosage of Hyzaar is 50 -12.5 to be taken once a day. More than one table containing 100 mg Losartan and 25 mg Hydrochlorothiazide is not recommended. You can buy Hyzaar which is available on internet pharmacy websites such as North Meds in doses of 50 mg / 12.5 mg and 100 mg / 25 mg in different quantity packs. North Meds stocks a range of brand and generic medications.
Side Effects and Precautions for Hyzaar
Discount Hyzaar should not be taken by those patients diagnosed with kidney and liver problems or those who have trouble urinating. Generic or branded forms of this drug may interact with certain other medications and should be avoided if the patient has been taking ketanserin and dofetilide. Common side effects include diarrhea, nausea, dizziness, light headedness, backache, tingling feeling or numbness of skin and general fatigue. Some of the severe side effects may include rash, hives, facial swelling, chills, and fever, blistered or peeling skin which are a part of the allergic reactions to this medication. It is important that the patient inform the doctor of any other medication he/she may be taking.
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