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Loram (2.5/50 mg) Tablet

Manufactured byUnichem Laboratories Ltd.
ContainsRamipril (2.5 mg) + Losartan (50 mg)
Description
Loram (2.5/50 mg) Tablet is a combination medicine used for the treatment of high blood pressure. Patients are advised to maintain a strict diet and exercise regimen along with this medicine to get the best possible effect. This medicine is not recommended for use in patients below 18 years of age.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Loram (2.5/50 mg) Tablet

  • Blurred vision
  • Sweating
  • Dizziness
  • Unusual tiredness and weakness
  • Back pain
  • Chest tightness
  • Increased heartbeat
  • Cough
  • Diarrhea
  • Vomiting
  • Stomach pain
  • Chills
  • Difficulty or painful urination
  • Nasal congestion
  • Sore throat

Uses of Loram (2.5/50 mg) Tablet

What is it prescribed for?

  • Mild to moderate hypertension
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The effect of this medicine can be observed within 1 to 2 hours of administration of the dose.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The effect of this medicine lasts for an average duration of 24 hours.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    Consumption of alcohol is not recommended during treatment with this medicine due to the increased risk of side effects such as dizziness, lightheadedness, and fainting. It is advised that you do not perform any activities that require high mental alertness such as driving a vehicle or operating machinery if you consume alcohol during treatment with this medicine.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?
    No habit forming tendency has been reported.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women due to the increased risk of fetal harm. Your doctor may prescribe a safer alternative based on the clinical condition.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may advise you to discontinue breastfeeding or to discontinue the drug based on your clinical condition.

Allergy

This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to losartan, other angiotensin receptor blockers, ramipril, or any other ACE inhibitors.

Aliskiren

Coadministration of aliskiren and this combination medicine is not recommended due to the increased risk of serious adverse effects. This risk is especially higher in the elderly population and in patients with diabetes and kidney diseases.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women due to the increased risk of fetal harm. Your doctor may prescribe a safer alternative based on the clinical condition.

Breast-feeding

This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may advise you to discontinue breastfeeding or to discontinue the drug based on your clinical condition.
General warnings

Hypotension

Symptomatic hypotension may occur in patients with volume depletion or patients who are treated with high-dose diuretics. It is advised to correct this condition before initiating treatment with this combination medicine.

Hyperkalemia

This medicine may increase the potassium levels in the blood (hyperkalemia). This may cause serious side effects such as fatal cardiac rhythm irregularities. It is advised to avoid potassium-rich foods (potatoes, bananas) and other medicines that may increase potassium levels (ACE inhibitors, potassium-sparing diuretics, and potassium supplements) during treatment with this medicine.

Impaired liver function

This medicine should be used with caution in patients with liver diseases due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Close monitoring of liver function is recommended for such patients. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.

Cough

This medicine may cause a persistent nonproductive cough in some patients. It is resolved when the medicine is discontinued.

Pediatric population

This medicine is not recommended for use in children since the safety and efficacy of use are not clinically established.

Driving and operating machines

This medicine may cause dizziness or drowsiness in some patients. It is advised that you do not perform any activities that require high mental alertness like driving a vehicle or operating machinery if you experience any of these symptoms during treatment with this medicine.

Missed Dose

The missed dose should be taken as soon as possible. It is advisable to skip the missed dose if it is already time for your next scheduled dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for the missed dose.

Overdose

Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol

Description

N/A

Instructions

Consumption of alcohol is not recommended during treatment with this medicine due to the increased risk of side effects such as dizziness, lightheadedness, and fainting. It is advised that you do not perform any activities that require high mental alertness such as driving a vehicle or operating machinery if you consume alcohol during treatment with this medicine.
Interaction with Medicine

Corticosteroids

Aliskiren

Captopril

Insulin

Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medicines

Disease interactions

Angioedema

This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a history of angioedema or a family history of angioedema due to the increased risk of recurrent symptoms. Report any incidence of swelling of the face, lips, and eyes to the doctor on priority. Replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.

Congestive heart failure

This medicine should be with caution in patients with congestive heart failure since it may worsen the patient's condition. Close monitoring of vital signs, electrolytes level, and heart function is recommended for such patients. Replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
Take this medicine exactly as advised by your doctor. It can be taken with or without food. Do not take in larger amounts than advised/prescribed. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable side effects. Ensure that the treatment course is completed. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.
Miscelleneous

Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor

To be taken as instructed by doctor

May cause sleepiness

How it works
Ramipril and Losartan both relax the blood vessels and promote a smooth flow of the blood. Their combination is thus effective in reducing the blood pressure.
Legal Status

Approved

Unknown

Unknown

Unknown

Classification

Category

Angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitors, Angiotensin receptor blockers, Antihypertensive combinations

Schedule

Schedule H

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https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=8b59207a-ea5c-4697-a8b6-94c3015a00de

Ramipril: MedlinePlus Drug Information [Internet]. Medlineplus.gov. 2017 [cited 8 March 2017]. Available from:

https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a692027.html

[Internet]. 2017 [cited 8 March 2017]. Available from:

https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/medicine/30283

DailyMed - Losartan potassium tablet, film coated [Internet]. Dailymed.nlm.nih.gov. 2017 [cited 8 March 2017]. Available from:

https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=3cdcf8cc-4964-4c53-e054-00144ff88e88

[Internet]. 2017 [cited 8 March 2017]. Available from:

https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/medicine/8320
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