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Can Dosage Of Losartan Potassium Be Reduced Since Average Bp Has Lowered?
My doctor prescribed a 50mg tablet of losartan potassium per day. My blood pressure now averages about 115/58. It was averaging about 142/65 previously. Can I start taking 1 tablet every other day or 1/2 tablet per day to get less of this drug to reduce the potential side effects?
Thanks for the query. I would like to enquire about your age, gender and other existing comorbidities if present (like diabetes mellitus) Losartan potassium belongs to the class of drugs known as Angiotensin Receptor Blocker (ARB). One of the common side effects of ARB is Hyperkalemia (increased potassium in blood). As per your BP measurement, your average recording is 115/58 mm of Hg (with 50 mg of Losartan potassium). This implies that you are responsive to the therapy. You can get a serum potassium and creatinine level done. However, if you are feeling weak or lethargic, you may consult your physician regarding the adjustment of the drug dosage. It may be reduced to 25 mg if your physician feels so, but I would not advise you adjust the drug dosage yourself.
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Can Dosage Of Losartan Potassium Be Reduced Since Average Bp Has Lowered?
Thanks for the query. I would like to enquire about your age, gender and other existing comorbidities if present (like diabetes mellitus) Losartan potassium belongs to the class of drugs known as Angiotensin Receptor Blocker (ARB). One of the common side effects of ARB is Hyperkalemia (increased potassium in blood). As per your BP measurement, your average recording is 115/58 mm of Hg (with 50 mg of Losartan potassium). This implies that you are responsive to the therapy. You can get a serum potassium and creatinine level done. However, if you are feeling weak or lethargic, you may consult your physician regarding the adjustment of the drug dosage. It may be reduced to 25 mg if your physician feels so, but I would not advise you adjust the drug dosage yourself. Hope this helps you.