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Lotensin is a drug belonging to the class of ACE inhibitors. It is used to lower blood pressure.
Lotensin is primarily prescribed for patients suffering from high blood pressure or hypertension.
Lotensin may also be used for other purposes aside from treating high blood pressure.
Lotensin should not be taken when you are pregnant especially on the 2nd and third trimester of pregnancy as it may cause harm, birth defects, injury or even death to the fetus.
Lotensin can cause dizziness and drowsiness, use Lotensin with caution especially if you are driving, operating machinery or when performing tasks that may require physical and mental alertness.
It is advisable to maintain proper fluid intake and to monitor your blood pressure at all times to prevent extreme lowering of blood pressure.
Lotensin may greatly increase the risks of developing allergic reactions especially to patients who are prone and susceptible to allergies.
Patients with the following medical conditions should be carefully monitored and their dosage of Lotensin should also be regulated by a doctor:
Kidney disorders
Salt restricted diet
Patients with high levels of potassium in the blood
Patients who are salt substitutes
Scleroderma or Lupus affected patients
Use alcohol or drink alcoholic beverages moderately as alcohol may contribute to further lowering of blood pressure which when combined with Lotensin may cause extreme low blood pressure readings.
Lotensin Dosage should only be given by your doctor depending on the tests he/she will perform.
Symptoms of Lotensin Overdose include extreme dizziness, fainting, weakness and fatigue. If any of these symptoms occur and if overdose is suspected, waste no time and immediately seek medical care.
Never take double doses of Lotensin AA Pharma. If you happened to miss a dose, take that dose as soon as you remember provided that it is not yet time for the next dose. If it is near the next dose, just forego that dose and proceed with the next one.
The following are among the side effects associated with Lotensin intake:
Headache
Fatigue
Chest Pains
Light headedness
Dry tickling mouth
Anxiety or depression
Nausea
Constipation
Taste malfunctions
Itching and rashes
Profuse sweating
Irregular heartbeats
Sore throat
Fever
If you experience any of the following symptoms and if they become bothersome and intolerable, ask your doctor immediately for the proper course of action regarding these symptoms.
The following drugs may not work well with Lotensin AA Pharma. Tell your doctor if you are taking any of these drugs:
Potassium supplements
Salt substitutes that contain Potassium
Diuretics or water pills
Lithium
Your doctor may advice you to lower your dosage of Lotensin or cease it entirely.
Depending on the reaction of the Lotensin after taken, if you are feeling dizziness, drowsiness or any weakness as a reaction on your body, Then consider Lotensin not safe to drive or operate heavy machine after consumption. Meaning that, do not drive or operate heavy duty machines after taking the capsule if the capsule has a strange reaction on your body like dizziness, drowsiness. As prescribed by a pharmacist, it is dangerous to take alcohol while taking medicines as it exposed patients to drowsiness and health risk. Please take note of such effect most especially when taking Primosa capsule. It's advisable to consult your doctor on time for a proper recommendation and medical consultations.
Is Lotensin addictive or habit forming?Medicines are not designed with the mind of creating an addiction or abuse on the health of the users. Addictive Medicine is categorically called Controlled substances by the government. For instance, Schedule H or X in India and schedule II-V in the US are controlled substances.
Please consult the medicine instruction manual on how to use and ensure it is not a controlled substance.In conclusion, self medication is a killer to your health. Consult your doctor for a proper prescription, recommendation, and guidiance.
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The information was verified by Dr. Rachana Salvi, MD Pharmacology