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Cozaar vs. Arbli

Losartan, also known by the brand name Cozaar, is a first-choice medication that's used to lower blood pressure. It's also shown to protect against stroke in certain people. In addition, this medication can slow down the worsening of kidney problems in certain people with diabetes. Losartan (Cozaar) belongs to the drug class called angiotensin II receptor blockers (ARBs). This medication is taken by mouth once daily and is available as a lower-cost generic. Side effects can include dizziness, fatigue, and upper respiratory infections.

• High blood pressure
• Lower the risk of stroke in people with high blood pressure who have a thickened heart (left ventricular hypertrophy)
• Slow down the worsening of kidney problems in people with Type 2 diabetes and high blood pressure

• Upper respiratory infection (e.g., common cold; 8%)
• Dizziness (3%)
• Stuffy nose (2%)
• Back pain (2%)

• Harm to unborn baby
• Low blood pressure
• Kidney damage
• High potassium levels

Arbli (losartan) is used to treat high blood pressure in adults and children age 6 and older. It can also help lower the risk of stroke in people with high blood pressure and a thickened heart muscle (left ventricular hypertrophy). This medication can also treat kidney problems due to Type 2 diabetes. Arbli (losartan) is an angiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB). It comes as a ready‑to‑use oral suspension (liquid) you take by mouth once daily. Common side effects include upper respiratory infection, dizziness, and stuffy nose.

• High blood pressure
• Lower the risk of stroke in people with high blood pressure who have a thickened heart (left ventricular hypertrophy)
• Slow down the worsening of kidney problems in people with Type 2 diabetes and high blood pressure

• Upper respiratory infection (8%)
• Dizziness (3%)
• Nasal congestion or stuffy nose (2%)
• Back pain (2%)

• Harm to an unborn baby
• Low blood pressure
• Kidney damage
• High potassium levels