Ingredient

Losartan Potassium

Losartan potassium is an antihypertensive ingredient used in the treatment of hypertension and heart failure.

All medicines
2
Combination
2
Prescription medication
2

MFDS ingredient code M086307

What does it do?

Losartan potassium belongs to the class of angiotensin II receptor antagonists and is used to lower blood pressure by dilating blood vessels. It is primarily utilized in the treatment of hypertension and heart failure.

Losartan potassium prevents the substance angiotensin II, which constricts blood vessels, from binding to vascular receptors, thereby widening the blood vessels. As a result, blood pressure decreases, and the burden on the heart is reduced.

Approved uses differ by product. Check each product's information for its actual use.

Good to know

Unlike angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors, losartan potassium has fewer cough side effects. Additionally, it has a potassium-sparing effect, so monitoring potassium levels is necessary.

Medicines containing this ingredient

Even with the same ingredient, strength, dosage form and how it is taken can differ.

Category
Dosage form
Strength
Category

2 total

Even with the same ingredient, dosage and approved uses can differ by strength, dosage form and combined ingredients. Check each product's information before taking it.

Combined ingredients

Ingredients used together with this ingredient in combination products.

Questions about this ingredient

No questions yet.

For anything that needs medical judgment, consult a doctor or pharmacist.

SourceKorea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (Drug Safety Korea)

This drug information is based on data provided by the Korea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
Consult a doctor or pharmacist for accurate dosage, administration, and usage instructions.