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Please describe the medication: losartan?
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Blood Pressure Med: A blood pressure reducing medicine from the class of drugs called arbs. Acts on an enzyme in the kidney and lung to reduce the blood pressure. Can have some protective effects on the kidneys in high blood pressure and diabetes. Not recommended for patients with significant kidney disease.
Answered 11/29/2019
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ARB med, bp or chf: Angiotensin ii receptor blocker, well tolerated, generic, used to treat blood pressure or heart failure. Very popular as it has few side effects when used correctly.
Answered 5/21/2019
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Good morning doctors. I have been on Losartan for a long time. My blood pressure was 180/80, and my cardiologist is considering changing me to Losartan with diuretic added. What tests will the cardiologist be doing o decide which medication is better?
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