Lotensin HCT

Effects of Lotensin HCT

A blood pressure reading consists of two numbers -- for example: 120/80. The top number is known as the systolic blood pressure and the bottom number is the diastolic blood pressure. During clinical studies in people taking Lotensin HCT, both systolic and diastolic blood pressure decreased significantly.
 
By lowering blood pressure, Lotensin HCT can decrease the risk of developing health problems, such as a heart attack or stroke, that can result from long-term high blood pressure (see Effects of High Blood Pressure).
 

Lotensin HCT: When and How Do I Take It?

Some general considerations for when and how to take Lotensin HCT include:
 
  • Lotensin HCT comes in tablet form. It is taken once a day.
     
  • Lotensin HCT may be taken with or without food.
     
  • Lotensin HCT should be taken at the same time each day to maintain an even level of the medication in your blood.
     
  • For Lotensin HCT to work properly, you have to take it as prescribed. Lotensin HCT will not work if you stop taking it.
     

Dosing With Lotensin HCT

The dose of Lotensin HCT your healthcare provider recommends will vary depending on a number of factors, including:
 
  • Other medical conditions you may have
  • Other medications you may currently be taking
  • How you respond to Lotensin HCT.
     
As with any medication, do not adjust your dose unless your healthcare provider specifically instructs you to do so.
 
(Click Lotensin HCT Dosage for more information about dosing guidelines for Lotensin HCT.)
 

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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
Last reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD;
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