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The most common adverse effects for losartan in adults are upper respiratory infections, dizziness, and back pain. [3] People with type 2 diabetes and kidney disease may experience diarrhea , fatigue, low blood pressure, low blood glucose, elevated potassium, chest pain, or allergic reaction . [ 3 ]
Serious side effects may include low blood pressure, kidney problems, allergic reactions, and electrolyte problems. [1] Use in pregnancy and breastfeeding is not recommended. [3] Losartan works by blocking the effects of angiotensin II while hydrochlorothiazide works by decreasing the ability of the kidneys to absorb electrolytes. [1]
The choice between the drugs is to a large degree determined by the characteristics of the patient being prescribed for, the drugs' side effects, and cost. Most drugs have other uses; sometimes the presence of other symptoms can warrant the use of one particular antihypertensive.
Side-sleeping may exacerbate pain, especially in the neck or shoulders on the side you sleep on, the experts noted. If you fall asleep on one arm, this can reduce circulation or cause numbness.
Gastritis is the inflammation of the lining of the stomach. [1] It may occur as a short episode or may be of a long duration . [ 1 ] There may be no symptoms but, when symptoms are present, the most common is upper abdominal pain (see dyspepsia ). [ 1 ]
Potassium is the most abundant intracellular cation and about 98% of the body's potassium is found inside cells, with the remainder in the extracellular fluid including the blood. Membrane potential is maintained principally by the concentration gradient and membrane permeability to potassium with some contribution from the Na+/K+ pump .
Common side effects include dizziness, headaches, diarrhea, and back pain. [2] Serious side effects may include kidney problems, low blood pressure, and angioedema. [2] Use in pregnancy may harm the fetus and use when breastfeeding is not recommended. [3] It is an angiotensin II receptor antagonist and works by blocking the effects of ...
Laboratory often find hypochloremic, hypokalemic, and alkalotic due to loss of hydrogen chloride and potassium. High urea and creatinine levels may also be observed if the patient is dehydrated. Abdominal X-ray may show a gastric fluid level which would support the diagnosis.