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Is Losartan Advisable For A Person With Renal Insufficiency?

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Question : Is it safe for patients with renal insufficiency to take Losartan? XXXXXXX ligot, md. YYYY@YYYY
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Answered by Dr. Prof. Kunal Saha (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
Safe

Detailed Answer:
Thanks for asking on HealthcareMagic.

Yes it is safe for patients with renal insufficiency to take Losartan. In fact, Losartan has a protective action on the kidneys.

Let me know if I could help further.

Regards
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Is Losartan Advisable For A Person With Renal Insufficiency?

Brief Answer: Safe Detailed Answer: Thanks for asking on HealthcareMagic. Yes it is safe for patients with renal insufficiency to take Losartan. In fact, Losartan has a protective action on the kidneys. Let me know if I could help further. Regards