Losartan-Hydrochlorothiazide

( Hyzaar )

Medically Reviewed by Dr. Harshi Dhingra, M.D.

Last Reviewed: Sep 27, 2023

Drug Details


Common Brands:

Hyzaar

Availability:

Prescription only

Therapeutic Class:

Angiotensin II receptor antagonist (ARB) and diuretic combination

Forms:

Tablet

Administration:

By mouth

Therapeutic Uses:

To treat hypertension (high blood pressure)

To lower the risk of stroke in patients with hypertension and left ventricular hypertrophy (this benefit is not seen in African-Americans)

Controlled Status:

Not a controlled substance


Losartan Hydrochlorothiazide Drug Class

Losartan (loh-sar-tan) belongs to a group of drugs called angiotensin II receptor antagonists or ARBs. Hydrochlorothiazide (hye-droe-klor-oh-thye-ah-zyde) is a diuretic (water pill).

Losartan Hydrochlorothiazide Age Range

Losartan hydrochlorothiazide is approved for use in adults. The safety and efficacy of this medication have not been established in pediatric patients.