Generic Name

Generic NameBrand NameClassificationMechanism of ActionIndicationsAdverse ReactionsNursing Considerations

losartan potassium

Dosage:

50mg 1 tab PO ODLifezarTherapeutic:Antihypertensive

Pharmacologic:

Angiotensin Receptor BlockersInhibits vasoconstrictive and aldosterone-secreting action of angiotensin II by blocking angiotensin II receptor on the surface of vascular smooth muscle and other tissue cells.

Hypertension, Nephepatically in type 2 daibetic patients CNS- dizziness, asthenia, fatigue, headache, insomnia

CV- edema, chest pain.

EENT- nasal congestion, sinusitis, pharyngitis, sinus disorder.

GI- Abdominal pain, nausea, diarrhea, dyspepsia.

Musculoskeletal- muscle cramps, myalgia, back or leg pain.

Respiratory- cough, upper respiratory infection.

Monitor patients BP.

Monitor patients who are also taking diuretics for symptomatic hypotension.

Assessmpatients renal function

Tell patient to avoid salt substitutes