Losartan maximum daily dose 100 mg hypertension?

What is the maximum daily dose of losartan for hypertension?

For hypertension, the usual adult dose of losartan is 50 mg once daily. The dose can be increased to a maximum of 100 mg once daily if blood pressure control is not adequate [1].

Can you take more than 100 mg/day of losartan?

No. The maximum recommended daily dose for hypertension is 100 mg taken as a single daily dose [1]. Higher doses are not recommended because they can increase the risk of adverse effects without providing additional approved dosing benefit.

How is the 100 mg dose typically prescribed?

When clinicians titrate to the maximum for hypertension, they typically move to 100 mg once daily rather than splitting it, since the approved maximum is 100 mg per day [1].

What should patients watch for if the dose is increased to 100 mg?

Common patient-facing concerns with losartan (especially after a dose increase) include dizziness or low blood pressure symptoms. People at higher risk include those who also take diuretics or have dehydration, kidney impairment, or other conditions that affect blood pressure or kidney function. If symptoms of very low blood pressure occur, clinicians may adjust the dose or reassess contributing factors. Guidance should be individualized.

Does losartan dosing differ for other conditions?

Yes. Losartan dosing differs by indication (for example, heart failure or diabetic kidney disease typically follow different starting and target dose strategies than hypertension) [1]. The 100 mg/day cap discussed here is specifically the maximum for hypertension.

Sources

1. DrugPatentWatch.com – Losartan (maximum daily dose / hypertension dosing info)