Losartan 50 mg: uses, price & cheaper substitutes
Prescription required (Schedule H)
Common uses: High blood pressure (hypertension); Protecting the kidneys in people with type 2 diabetes and kidney damage (diabetic nephropathy).
Listed MRPs range from ₹1.14 to ₹12.05 per tablet across 9 listings. Use only on a doctor's prescription.
Price comparison
| Brand | Manufacturer | Pack | MRP | ₹ / tablet | As on |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Losartan Tablets IP 50mgJan Aushadhi | Jan Aushadhi (PMBJP) | 10 | ₹11.35 | ₹1.14 | 19 October 2026 |
| Losakind 50 | Mankind Pharma Ltd | 10 | ₹64.64 | ₹6.46 | 19 October 2026 |
| Cosart 50 | Cipla Ltd | 10 | ₹66.49 | ₹6.65 | 19 October 2026 |
| Alsartan 50 | Aristo Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd | 10 | ₹84.14 | ₹8.41 | 19 October 2026 |
| Losartas 50 | Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd | 15 | ₹126.56 | ₹8.44 | 19 October 2026 |
| Tozaar 50 | Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd | 10 | ₹94.65 | ₹9.46 | 19 October 2026 |
| Repace 50 | Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd | 10 | ₹106.00 | ₹10.60 | 19 October 2026 |
| Losar 50 | Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd | 15 | ₹178.31 | ₹11.89 | 19 October 2026 |
| Losacar 50 | Zydus Cadila | 10 | ₹120.52 | ₹12.05 | 19 October 2026 |
MRPs as printed/listed on the date shown; actual price may vary.
Uses
- High blood pressure (hypertension).
- Protecting the kidneys in people with type 2 diabetes and kidney damage (diabetic nephropathy).
- Heart failure, when ACE inhibitors like ramipril cause a cough or are not suitable.
- Reducing stroke risk in people with high blood pressure and a thickened heart muscle.
How to take it
Take one tablet once a day at the same time, with or without food, swallowed whole with water. Losartan is usually a long-term medicine; your doctor may adjust the dose after a few weeks and will check your blood pressure, kidney tests and potassium from time to time. Do not stop without asking your doctor. If you get vomiting, diarrhoea or a high fever (for example during a monsoon stomach infection) you can become dehydrated and your blood pressure can drop – get advice on whether to pause the tablet.
Side effects
Common
- Dizziness, especially when standing up quickly.
- Tiredness or headache.
- Stomach pain or nausea.
- Swelling of the legs or ankles.
Serious
Stop and get medical help urgently if you notice any of these.
- Swelling of the face, lips, tongue or throat (angioedema) – stop and get emergency help.
- Fast or irregular heartbeat, or muscle weakness – could be high potassium.
- Yellowing of the skin or eyes – liver problem.
- Fainting or very low blood pressure.
Safety information
Alcohol
Limit alcohol – it adds to the dizziness and blood-pressure-lowering effect.
Pregnancy
Do not take losartan in pregnancy – it can seriously harm the baby, especially after the first three months. Tell your doctor at once if you become pregnant. Not usually used while breastfeeding.
Kidney problems
Used to protect the kidneys in diabetes, but kidney function and potassium must be checked regularly. Tell your doctor if you have narrowed kidney arteries.
Liver problems
Not suitable in severe liver disease; a lower dose may be used in milder cases.
Children
Can be used in children aged 6 and over under a specialist, with the dose based on weight.
Missed dose
Skip the missed dose and take the next one at the usual time. Never take two doses together.
Interactions
- Potassium supplements, potassium-containing salt substitutes and spironolactone – can push potassium dangerously high.
- Painkillers such as ibuprofen, diclofenac and aceclofenac – reduce the effect and can harm the kidneys.
- Other blood-pressure medicines, including ramipril or enalapril – usually not combined with losartan.
- Lithium – levels can rise; needs blood tests.
- Fluconazole and rifampicin change losartan levels; tell your doctor.
Frequently asked questions
What is Losar 50 used for?
Losar 50 contains losartan 50 mg, an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB). It lowers high blood pressure, protects the kidneys in type 2 diabetes and is used in heart failure when ACE inhibitors are not tolerated.
Losar 50 vs Losar H – what is the difference?
Losar 50 contains only losartan. Losar H adds hydrochlorothiazide, a water tablet, for people whose blood pressure is not controlled on losartan alone. Your doctor decides which you need.
Can I take Losar 50 at night?
Yes. Losartan can be taken at any time of day as long as it is the same time each day. Some doctors suggest night-time dosing for better overnight blood pressure control.
Is Repace 50 safe in pregnancy?
No. Losartan must not be taken in pregnancy because it can harm the baby's kidneys and development. If you are planning a pregnancy or find you are pregnant, tell your doctor immediately so it can be changed.
Can I take Losar 50 with alcohol?
Alcohol increases dizziness and can drop your blood pressure further. Keep it to a minimum and avoid it when you are starting or increasing the dose.
Can I take painkillers with losartan?
Paracetamol is safe. Avoid regular ibuprofen, diclofenac or other NSAIDs – they reduce the effect of losartan and can damage the kidneys when combined.
Losartan vs telmisartan – which is better?
Both are ARBs that lower blood pressure well. Telmisartan lasts longer in the body; losartan has more evidence for kidney protection in diabetes and is often cheaper. Your doctor picks based on your condition.
Does Losar 50 cause a cough like ramipril?
Rarely. A dry cough is a known side effect of ACE inhibitors such as ramipril and enalapril, and losartan is often prescribed as a replacement because it is much less likely to cause it.
Is Losar 50 available at Jan Aushadhi stores?
Yes, losartan 50 mg tablets are on the Jan Aushadhi list as a generic, usually at a lower price than branded packs. You still need a prescription as it is a Schedule H medicine.
Sources
- NHS – Losartan (19 October 2026)
- NPPA Pharma Sahi Daam (ceiling prices) (19 October 2026)
- PMBI Jan Aushadhi Product & MRP List (19 October 2026)
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This page is general information, not medical advice. Do not start, stop or change a medicine without asking a doctor or pharmacist. Terms