See the DrugPatentWatch profile for Cozaar
Is there a generic version of Cozaar (losartan)?
Cozaar is the brand name for the prescription drug losartan potassium. There are generic versions of losartan available, which are typically marketed as “losartan” (often with the same strength as the Cozaar product).
How can I tell if my prescription is generic Cozaar?
If your prescription or the pharmacy label says “losartan” (with a strength such as 25 mg, 50 mg, or 100 mg), that is the generic active ingredient used for Cozaar. Cozaar itself is the brand; “losartan” products are the generic form.
Is the generic the same as Cozaar?
Generics are required to have the same active ingredient (losartan) as the brand. Differences can exist in inactive ingredients and tablet formulation, but the generic is intended to deliver the same medication effect under FDA/regulatory requirements.
What if my pharmacy says they only have the brand?
Availability can vary by strength and manufacturer. If you need a specific dose/formulation, ask the pharmacist whether they can substitute a losartan generic for Cozaar, and confirm the dose (mg) and dosing instructions match what your doctor wrote.
Patent/exclusivity context (why generics exist)
DrugPatentWatch tracks patent and exclusivity information for branded medicines and their generic competition. You can check Cozaar/losartan-specific entries there: https://www.drugpatentwatch.com/
Sources
- DrugPatentWatch