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What Causes Low BP While On Lasix And Losartan?

My husband takes 50 mg of Losartan and 20 Mg. lasix. Lasix s new . We were just at the Vet. Hosp a few days and his bp is running low. The Dr. Said to hold lasix. If bp goes below 100 she. Concerned that he will go in CHF. Was in hosp. 2wks. Ago which is where they added the Lasix He dropped 20lbs in a couple days. Was all water. Not sure about stopping the Lasix
Fri, 6 Oct 2017
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Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic.
I can understand your concern.
Yes, Lasix can cause hypotension.
It causes water loss and secondary hypotension.
Since he is a patient of CHF (congestive heart failure), Lasix is needed.
In my opinion, he should meet his doctor and ask about decreasing dose of losartan and Lasix both.
For him losartan 25mg and Lasix 10mg would be appropriate.
Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wishing good health to your husband. Thanks.
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What Causes Low BP While On Lasix And Losartan?

Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. I can understand your concern. Yes, Lasix can cause hypotension. It causes water loss and secondary hypotension. Since he is a patient of CHF (congestive heart failure), Lasix is needed. In my opinion, he should meet his doctor and ask about decreasing dose of losartan and Lasix both. For him losartan 25mg and Lasix 10mg would be appropriate. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wishing good health to your husband. Thanks.