Generic losartan?

Yes. Losartan is available as a generic medication (losartan potassium). The original brand name is Cozaar, but many manufacturers produce the generic version, which is usually cheaper.

Quick facts:
- Forms/strengths: tablets commonly available in 25 mg, 50 mg, and 100 mg (used for hypertension; 25 mg is more common in some markets).
- What it’s for: an ARB that lowers blood pressure and helps protect kidney function in certain patients (e.g., diabetes with kidney concerns). It’s also used for heart failure in some cases.
- Dosing (example): starting often around 50 mg once daily, may be adjusted up to 100 mg daily (in one or two doses) depending on response and tolerance. Your doctor will tailor the dose.
- Take with or without food. Don’t switch doses or stop without talking to your clinician.
- Common side effects: dizziness, fatigue, back or other pain, upper respiratory symptoms. Can cause high potassium (hyperkalemia) and, rarely, swelling of deeper layers of skin (angioedema). Not for use in pregnancy.
- Interactions to watch: NSAIDs can reduce effectiveness; potassium supplements or salt substitutes can raise potassium levels; be mindful with other blood pressure meds.

If you’d like, tell me your location (country) and the dose strength you’re using or considering, and I can give a rough price range and availability for generic losartan in your area. Also, if you’re switching from a brand-name product, I can help explain what to expect.