COZARTAN 25 (25mg Losartan)

Product Information

Cozartan 25mg Tablet is a medicine used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure. Lowering blood pressure helps prevent future heart attacks and strokes. This medicine is also effective in preserving kidney function in patients with diabetes.

Cozartan 25mg Tablet may be prescribed alone or in combination with other medicines. It can be taken with or without food, during the day or at night, but it is best to take it at the same time each day for maximum benefit.

It is important to continue taking this medicine regularly, even if you feel well or if your blood pressure is controlled. Most people with high blood pressure do not feel ill, but stopping this medicine may worsen your condition. Cozartan is widely used and considered safe for long-term use.

Lifestyle changes such as regular exercise, weight loss, quitting smoking, reducing alcohol intake, and limiting salt in your diet can help improve treatment outcomes.

This medicine is well tolerated by most patients, but dizziness (particularly after the first dose) and headaches may occur. Inform your doctor if side effects persist.

Why is this Medication Prescribed?

Cozartan is prescribed to:

• Lower high blood pressure (hypertension)
• Treat heart failure
• Reduce the risk of heart attack and stroke
• Protect kidney function in patients with type 2 diabetes

Uses

• Treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure)
• Treatment of heart failure
• Prevention of heart attack and stroke
• Preservation of kidney function in diabetic patients

Benefits

In Treatment of Hypertension (High Blood Pressure):

• Relaxes blood vessels, lowering blood pressure
• Makes it easier for the heart to pump blood
• Reduces long-term risks without causing immediate noticeable effects

In Treatment of Heart Failure:

• Eases the heart’s workload by lowering blood pressure
• Helps relieve symptoms such as shortness of breath, fatigue, and swelling
• Improves overall energy and quality of life when taken regularly

In Prevention of Heart Attack and Stroke:

• Controls blood pressure to lower the risk of cardiovascular events
• Provides long-term protection when used consistently

How Should this Medicine be Used?

• Take exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
• Can be taken with or without food.
• Try to take at the same time each day.
• Do not stop taking it suddenly, even if you feel well.
• Continue recommended lifestyle changes (healthy diet, exercise, smoking cessation, reduced alcohol, low-salt diet).

Other Uses

None listed.

⚠️ Pregnancy & Birth Defect Risk Warning

This medicine may cause serious harm to an unborn baby, including birth defects or pregnancy loss.

• Do not take this medicine if you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy.
• Use effective contraception during treatment.
• If you become pregnant while taking this medicine, stop it immediately and contact your doctor.

Special Precautions

Before taking Cozartan, inform your doctor if you:

• Have kidney or liver problems
• Are breastfeeding
• Are taking medicines or supplements that may affect potassium levels
• Have low blood pressure or dehydration

Your doctor may monitor:

• Blood pressure
• Kidney function
• Blood potassium levels

Possible Side Effects

Most side effects are mild and resolve as your body adjusts to treatment. Contact your doctor if they persist or worsen.

Common side effects include:

• Dizziness (especially after the first dose)
• Headache
• Decreased blood pressure
• Increased potassium levels in the blood
• Increased blood urea
• Low blood sugar (hypoglycemia, more common in diabetic patients on other medicines)

Storage & Disposal

• Store at room temperature away from moisture and direct sunlight.
• Keep out of reach of children.
• Do not use expired tablets.
• Dispose of unused medicine according to pharmacist or local waste guidelines.

Emergency Guidance

• Seek emergency help if you experience severe dizziness, fainting, difficulty breathing, chest pain, or swelling of the face/lips (possible allergic reaction).
• Contact your doctor immediately if you develop signs of very low blood pressure or persistent high potassium (irregular heartbeat, muscle weakness).
• In case of overdose, go to the nearest emergency department with the medication packaging.