Atzaar 50mg Tablet - Uses, Price, Side Effects
What is atzaar 50mg tablet used for?
Atzaar 50mg Tablet contains Losartan, an angiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB) used to treat high blood pressure and protect the kidneys in type 2 diabetes. It works by relaxing blood vessels, lowering blood pressure, and reducing strain on the heart.
- Generic Name: Losartan
- Manufacturer: Parenteral Drugs India Ltd
- Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: A
- Prescription Required: Yes
๐ atzaar 50mg tablet Uses & Benefits
Hypertension, diabetic nephropathy, stroke prevention in hypertensive left ventricular hypertrophy.
Off-label uses: Heart failure, proteinuria, Marfan syndrome (aortic root dilation).
๐ Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Losartan |
| Brand Name | Angizaar 50 Tablet |
| Manufacturer | Parenteral Drugs India Ltd |
| Packaging / Form | Varies by brand (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | CARDIAC |
| Action Class | Angiotensin receptor blockers(ARB) |
| Route of Administration | Oral. |
| Storage | Store at 20-25ยฐC (68-77ยฐF); protect from light and moisture. |
| Shelf Life | As per manufacturer |
๐ฌ Pharmacology (PK/PD)
Pharmacokinetics
How It Works
Competitive antagonist of angiotensin II at AT1 receptor.
Mechanism Steps
๐ก How to Take atzaar 50mg tablet
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
Dosage Timeline
โ ๏ธ Side Effects of atzaar 50mg tablet
โ Common Side Effects
- Dizziness
- Upper respiratory infection
- Fatigue
- Diarrhea
- Hypotension
๐จ Serious Side Effects
- Angioedema
- Hyperkalemia
- Renal impairment
- Hepatotoxicity
โ ๏ธ Rare Side Effects
- Anaphylaxis
- Pancreatitis
- Rhabdomyolysis
- Vasculitis
Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
๐ฌ Drug Interactions
| โ ๏ธ Drug | Severity | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Potassium supplements | Major | Increased risk of hyperkalemia |
| Lithium | Moderate | Increased lithium toxicity |
| NSAIDs | Moderate | Reduced antihypertensive effect |
๐จ Major Interactions
- Aliskiren
- Lithium
- Potassium-sparing diuretics
- NSAIDs
- Rifampin
โก Moderate Interactions
- ACE inhibitors
- CYP2C9 inducers
- CYP3A4 inhibitors
โน๏ธ Minor Interactions
- Antacids
- Digoxin
- Warfarin
๐ฝ๏ธ Food Interactions
No significant food interactions; avoid potassium-rich foods if hyperkalemia risk.
๐ท Alcohol Interaction
May potentiate hypotensive effect; avoid excessive alcohol.
๐ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings
๐ซ Contraindications
Hypersensitivity, pregnancy (second/third trimesters), bilateral renal artery stenosis, concomitant aliskiren in diabetes.
๐ Monitoring Parameters
Blood pressure, renal function, serum potassium, liver enzymes.
๐คฑ Lactation Safety
Not recommended; excreted in breast milk in animal studies.
๐ Overdose Management
Symptomatic treatment; hypotension may require IV fluids and vasopressors.
โฐ Missed Dose
Take as soon as remembered; skip if near next dose. Do not double dose.
๐จโโ๏ธ Reviewed by Expert
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Medical Note: Always consult your doctor before switching medications.
โญ User Reviews
Good quality medicine. Satisfied with the outcome.
Good quality medicine. Satisfied with the outcome.
This medicine was effective for me. I followed the doctor's advice.
Found this to be a helpful product. Good results.
This medicine was effective for me. I followed the doctor's advice.