Cosart H 50/12.50 mg
| SKU | 632 |
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| Generic For | Hyzaar |
| Strength | 50/12.50 mg |
| Active Ingredient | Losartan Potassium + Hydrochlorothiazide |
| Pack Size | Qty | Price Per Pill or Unit | Price | Cart | |
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| 30 Tablet/s | US$ 0.30 | US$ 9.09 | |||
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| 60 Tablet/s | US$ 0.30 | US$ 18.20 | |||
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| 90 Tablet/s | US$ 0.30 | US$ 27.30 | |||
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Cosart H 50/12.50 mg is a prescription treatment for patients with essential hypertension for whom combination treatment is appropriate. It is not used as the initial treatment for essential hypertension, except in patients with severe essential hypertension for whom the benefit of a prompt blood pressure reduction exceeds the risk of starting combination therapy.
It contains the combination of two medications, losartan and hydrochlorothiazide. Losartan lowers blood pressure, while hydrochlorothiazide is a diuretic (also known as a "water pill") that increases urination. Hydrochlorothiazide also lowers blood pressure. The combination medicine does not cure high blood pressure, but it helps to control it. Therefore, it is important to continue taking it even if you feel better.
Cosart H 50/12.50 mg (Losartan and hydrochlorothiazide tablet)
Patients who are hypersensitive to hydrochlorothiazide, losartan, or any other ingredients in the formulation. Its use is contraindicated in those who are allergic to any sulfa drugs. Losartan/hydrochlorothiazide should not be given to patients who have difficulty urinating or produce no urine. Do not take Cosart H 50/12.50 mg if you are already taking a blood pressure-lowering medicine that contains aliskiren and you have kidney disease or diabetes. Patients with gout, low potassium, low sodium or high calcium levels should not take this antihypertensive medication.
Women who are pregnant for more than three months should better avoid Cosart H 50/12.50mg in early pregnancy. Moreover, before taking the medication, consult your healthcare specialist if you experience a reduction in vision or eye pain. This could be an indication of fluid buildup in the vascular layer of the eye or an increase in pressure in the eye, and can occur within hours to weeks of taking the combination medicine. The condition may lead to permanent loss of eyesight if left untreated. If you have a history of sulfonamide or penicillin allergy, you can be at a higher risk of developing this.
Cosart H 50/12.50 mg (Losartan and hydrochlorothiazide tablet)
Like all medicines, Cosart H 50/12.50 mg can cause side effects, although not everyone who uses it experiences them. Discontinue treatment and inform your healthcare provider immediately if you experience a severe allergic reaction. The symptoms include rash, itching, and swelling of the mouth, lips, or throat, which may contribute to swallowing issues. The commonly reported side effects are:
- Diarrhoea, nausea, indigestion, abdominal pain,
- Cough, congestion in the nose, sinus disorder, sinusitis,
- Back pain, leg pain, muscle pain or cramps,
- Too low sugar in the bloodstream
- Tiredness, weakness, chest pain
- Insomnia, dizziness, headache
- Changes in kidney function, including kidney failure
- Increased potassium levels can contribute to abnormal heart rhythm and reduced haemoglobin levels.
- Changes in kidney function, including kidney failure
Some uncommon side effects associated with this condition include:
- Anaemia, brown or red spots on the skin, bruising, clotting problems, reduction in white blood cells, and reduced number of platelets.
- Nervousness, anxiety, depression, confusion, sleep disorders, memory impairment, abnormal dreams, sleepiness,
- Buzzing, ringing, roaring or clicking in the ear
- Inflammation of blood vessels is often associated with a skin rash or bruising.
- Breathlessness, pneumonia, water on the lungs, congestion, nosebleed, runny nose
- Low blood pressure, which may be related to posture changes, palpitations, heart attack,
- Blurred vision, conjunctivitis, burning or stinging in the eyes, seeing things in yellow, and worsening eyesight.
- Loss of appetite, increased blood sugar levels, increased uric acid levels of frank gout, abnormal blood electrolyte levels.
Cosart 50/12.5mg (Losartan and hydrochlorothiazide tablet)
Always take this antihypertensive medication exactly as your healthcare specialist instructed you. Consult your healthcare expert if you are unsure about the correct dosage. Your healthcare provider will determine the appropriate dose of Cosart H based on your condition and whether you are taking any other medications. It is important to continue taking this medication for as long as your healthcare provider recommends, maintaining smooth control of your medication.
The recommended dose for patients with high blood pressure is one tablet of Cosart H 50mg/12.50mg per day to control blood pressure over 24 hours. This can be increased to two tablets once a day. The maximum daily dose is two tablets a day. The tablet should be swallowed with a glass of water. If you take more tablets than you should, contact your healthcare specialist so that you can receive medical attention as soon as possible. An overdose can contribute to a significant drop in blood pressure, slow pulse, dehydration, changes in blood composition, and palpitations. Take Cosart as directed by your healthcare specialist, taking it as prescribed daily. However, if you miss a dose, do not take a double dose. Follow your regular dosing schedule.
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