Should I reduce the morning or evening dose of Losartan (Lorsartan) in a patient with hypertension and bradycardia?

Medical Advisory BoardAll articles are reviewed for accuracy by our Medical Advisory Board

Educational purpose only • Exercise caution as content is pending human review

Article Review Status

Submitted

Under Review

Approved

Last updated: December 31, 2025 • View editorial policy

Personalize

Help us tailor your experience

Which best describes you? Your choice helps us use language that's most understandable for you.

Related Questions

What to monitor when starting Cozaar (Losartan)?

What are the considerations for prescribing losartan (Angiotensin II Receptor Antagonist) to patients?

Can a 65-year-old patient's losartan (angiotensin II receptor antagonist) dose be increased from 75 mg to 100 mg while taking hydrochlorothiazide (HCTZ) (thiazide diuretic) 25 mg, given that their blood pressure has improved slightly but remains elevated?

What is the best course of action for a 64-year-old female patient with stage 1 hypertension (elevated blood pressure), currently taking losartan (angiotensin II receptor antagonist) 50mg daily, with home blood pressure readings ranging from 124 to 144 mmHg systolic and 72 to 96 mmHg diastolic?

What is the appropriate management for a patient with a history of smoking and daily alcohol consumption, on Losartan 50mg once daily, presenting with severe abdominal pain, fever, dyspnea, hypotension, tachycardia, and signs of dehydration, following an episode of heavy alcohol consumption?

What is the diagnosis if Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH) is low and Thyroxine (T4) is high?

What is the cost of acyclovir (antiviral medication) 400 mg, 35 pills?

What is the treatment for ammonia exposure?

Is it safe to take my weekly tirzepitide (glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) and glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide (GIP) receptor agonist) injection while being treated with augmentin (amoxicillin/clavulanate) for diverticulitis?

What is the treatment for impaired renal function with a creatinine level of 1.08 and an estimated Glomerular Filtration Rate (eGFR) of 53 in an elderly female?

What is the recommended dose of aspirin (acetylsalicylic acid) for stroke prevention?

Professional Medical Disclaimer

This information is intended for healthcare professionals. Any medical decision-making should rely on clinical judgment and independently verified information. The content provided herein does not replace professional discretion and should be considered supplementary to established clinical guidelines. Healthcare providers should verify all information against primary literature and current practice standards before application in patient care. Dr.Oracle assumes no liability for clinical decisions based on this content.

Have a follow-up question?

Our Medical A.I. is used by practicing medical doctors at top research institutions around the world. Ask any follow up question and get world-class guideline-backed answers instantly.