Drug Basics
What is the drug class?
ARB
Main conditions treated
hypertension
What is the most common side effect?
Dizziness
BP should be checked ___________ administration
before
How will the patient need to change positions?
slowly
Trade name
Cozaar
What endocrine disorder does losartan offer kidney protection for?
Diabetes
What electrolyte imbalance needs to be monitored for?
hyperkalemia
What labs needs to be monitored while on losartan?
BUN, create, K
Why should patients avoid salt substitutes?
they contain K
Primary Action
Vasodilation
What condition does losartan treat that places patients at risk for stroke?
Hypertension
What is a side effect related to blood pressure?
hypotension
What organ can be affected negatively with losartan use?
kidney
What is the normal daily dose range?
25-100 mg/day
What hormone blocked?
Angiotensin II
Losartan may be chosen as an alternative for this
What is a rare but serious swelling reaction?
angioedema
What dietary items should be avoided with losartan use?
potassium supplements and salt substitutes
stop the medication and notify MD
Therapeutic uses
lower blood pressure
Is losartan used in heart failure?
yes
What is a common GI side effect?
Diarrhea
Losartan is contraindicated with what conditions?
renal failure and pregnancy
Is it ok to stop losartan if blood pressure is normal?
No