CoAprovel

Introduction CoAprovel® is an antihypertensive drug containing 2 active ingredients: hydrochlorothiazide and irbesartan. It is used when one of these active ingredients does not lower blood pressure sufficiently, either due to lack of potency or due to side effects that are too strong at low doses. As these 2 substances intervene in different ways in … CoAprovel

Lorzaar®

Lozaar® is the trade name of the drug containing the active ingredient losartan potassium. Fields of application Lozaar® belongs to the drug group of angiotensin II receptor antagonists and can lower blood pressure by blocking the binding of angiotensin to the receptor. In addition, Lozaar® can help maintain kidney function for longer periods of time … Lorzaar®

Interactions | Lorzaar®

Interactions Other medications taken may be influenced in their effect by Lorzaar® or may influence the effect of Lorzaar®. These include the following drugs: No interactions with food or beverages are known to date. Lorzaar® can be taken independently of food intake. Lorzaar® is best swallowed whole with a glass of water. Medicines for high … Interactions | Lorzaar®

Application for children and young people | Lorzaar®

Application for children and young people The use of Lorzaar® in children has been investigated, but there is currently still limited experience in the treatment of children and adolescents, so that it is necessary to consult with the treating physician about the extent to which the drug is recommended in the individual case. The use … Application for children and young people | Lorzaar®

Angiotensin 2 Action

As part of the so-called renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system (RAAS), angiotensin 2 exerts a considerable influence on the maintenance of many processes within the organism. Angiotensin 2 is a hormone produced by the body itself and belongs to the group of peptide hormones (proteohormones). All peptide hormones have in common that they are composed of small individual … Angiotensin 2 Action