Pros & Cons
What are the pros and cons of Cozaar (losartan)?
- With Cozaar, blood pressure control can lower the risk of potentially fatal medical events like heart attack and stroke
- Cozaar is an effective first-choice treatment for high blood pressure in many patients. It is less likely to cause side effects such as cough and swelling compared to ACE inhibitors (lisinopril).
- This medicine protects the kidneys in people with diabetes who have mild to moderate kidney disease.
- While Cozaar usually protects the kidneys, it can occasionally damage them. Your doctor will do blood tests to check for this risk.
- This medicine is not safe for use during pregnancy.
- Cozaar is less effective in controlling blood pressure in African Americans.
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