Description
Losartan is used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure) in adults and some children. It is also used to help the kidneys work better in people who have diabetes. In addition, it is used to reduce the risk of stroke in someone who has high blood pressure and a heart condition called left ventricular hypertrophy.
Common side effects
- Dizziness
- Decreased blood pressure
- Hypoglycemia (low blood glucose level)
- Increased potassium level in blood
- Increased blood urea