What is a good replacement for Cozaar?

What is a good replacement for Cozaar?

Telmisartan, also available as brand-name Micardis, has better 24-hour coverage than losartan. Like the other ARBs, telmisartan comes in convenient combination tablets: telmisartan/HCTZ and telmisartan/amlodipine. Telmisartan is equally as effective as olmesartan at lowering blood pressure.

Which is better losartan or olmesartan?

Olmesartan was significantly more effective than losartan with respect to the reduction in blood pressure at weeks 2, 4, and 12, and to the responder rate at weeks 2 and 4 (with the starting dose of the respective drug).

Is Cozaar better than losartan?

Generic Cozaar is just as safe and effective as brand-name Cozaar and comes in the same strength and dosages. Some lots of generic losartan have been recalled for containing too much of a certain compound.

Are there any side effects to taking Cozaar?

Common side effects include: asthenia, chest pain, diarrhea, fatigue, hypoglycemia. See the full Cozaar side effects document. Commonly reported side effects include: dizziness, hypotension, hyperkalemia, increased blood urea nitrogen, increased serum creatinine.

What can Cozaar be used for other than high blood pressure?

Prescribed for High Blood Pressure, Diabetic Kidney Disease. Cozaar may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. Lisinopril can be used to treat high blood pressure, heart failure, and to increase survival following a heart attack. However, the development of a dry, hacking cough attributable to the drug may…

Is it safe to take losartan and Cozaar together?

Do not use Cozaar if you are pregnant, and tell your doctor right away if you become pregnant. Losartan can cause injury or death to the unborn baby during your second or third trimester. If you have diabetes, do not use Cozaar together with any medication that contains aliskiren (a blood pressure medicine).