Atenolol + Hydrochlorothiazide + Losartan

Uses

Losartan, Atenolol, and Hydrochlorothiazide are used in the treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure).

How it Works

How Losartan, Atenolol, and Hydrochlorothiazide work: Losartan, Atenolol, and Hydrochlorothiazide is a combination of three medications that effectively lower blood pressure.

Side Effects

Common side effects of Losartan, Atenolol, and Hydrochlorothiazide include nausea, changes in taste, diarrhea, upset stomach, headache, dizziness, cold extremities, weakness, numbness in the extremities, increased uric acid levels in the blood, elevated blood lipid levels, decreased magnesium levels in the blood, slow heart rate, decreased sodium levels in the blood, and lowered blood pressure.

Expert Advice

You have been prescribed Losartan, Atenolol, and Hydrochlorothiazide for the treatment of high blood pressure.
Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent stroke and heart attack.
This medication may cause more frequent urination.
Take it at least 4 hours before bedtime to avoid waking up to urinate.
It may increase potassium levels in the blood.
Avoid potassium-rich foods such as bananas and broccoli.
It may cause dizziness.
Get up slowly when rising from a sitting or lying position.
Losartan, Atenolol, and Hydrochlorothiazide may cause dehydration.
Drink plenty of fluids and inform your doctor if you develop extreme thirst, muscle weakness, or a very dry mouth.
Do not stop taking Losartan, Atenolol, and Hydrochlorothiazide suddenly without consulting your doctor.