Losartan (g)
Cozaar (b)
Valsartan (g)
Diovan (b)
Losartan/HCTZ (g)
Hyzaar (b)
MOA
prevents binding of angiotensin II to angiotensin II receptors on muscles surrounding blood vessels resulting in vasodilation (dilation of blood vessels)
common adverse effects
dizziness
upper respiratory infections
rare adverse effects
angioedema
rhabdomylasis
counseling pts.
take daily, do not double up on doses.
clinical pearls
pts will not take an ACEi and ARB together.