Question

A client with hypertension has been started on losartan, an angiotensin ii receptor blocker (arb). after 6 weeks of therapy, the health care provider concludes that losartan alone is not controlling the hypertension. what would the health care provider likely add to the regimen to better control the client's hypertension?

Answer 1

The health care provider would likely add A diuretic to the regimen to better control the client's hypertension.
When losartan therapy is started, maximal effects on blood pressure usually occur within 3 to 6 weeks. If losartan alone does not control blood pressure, a low dose of a diuretic may be added. A combination product of losartan and hydrochlorothiazide is available.