Hyzaar
developed to mitigate hypertension to alleviate cardiovascular strain.
Strengths: 12.5mg
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Medicine details
- Conditions
- Alternative names
Cozaar-Comp
- Therapeutic class
Angiotensin II Receptor Antagonist; Thiazide Diuretic
- Pharmacological class
Sartan; Thiazide
- Contraindications
anuria; pregnancy; hypersensitivity to sulfonamides
- Precautions and warnings
regular blood pressure monitoring; maintain adequate hydration
- Minor side effects
dizziness; fatigue
- Moderate side effects
hypotension; electrolyte disturbance; back pain
- Dosage forms
Film-coated tablet
- Administration route
Oral use
- Patient summary
developed to mitigate hypertension to alleviate cardiovascular strain.
- Prescription status
POM
- Manufacturer
Merck
- Onset Time
1–2 hours
- Duration
24 hours
- Storage instructions
Store in the original container protected from light.
- Drug interactions
potassium supplements; lithium
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: contraindicated. Breastfeeding: not recommended.
Serious side effects
angioedema — requires immediate medical attention; renal failure — requires immediate medical attention
Mechanism of action
it combines an angiotensin II receptor antagonist and a thiazide diuretic to inhibit the renin-angiotensin system and enhance sodium excretion.
Hyzaar
developed to mitigate hypertension to alleviate cardiovascular strain.
Editorial Notes
- Active ingredient(s): Losartan, Hydrochlorothiazide
- Listed indication(s): Hypertension
Available option
- 120 tablets - 12.5 mg12-12-5-mg-3154