Deepa Nair Deepa Nair Asked 10 months ago

Does losartin cause weight gain?

My new doctor put me on 'Losartin' (I think that's how it's spelled) for my hypertension. I'm trying to manage my weight and wanted to ask if this medication causes weight gain.

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Priya Menon Priya Menon Joined Feb 2026 9 months ago
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Having thyroid issues has taught me that weight gain is often due to hormonal shifts, not just BP tablets like losartan. It is best to get your TSH levels checked along with your routine doctor follow-ups to find the real cause.

Sujata Rao Sujata Rao Joined Jan 2026 9 months ago

Please don't worry too much about this. Losartan is a very gentle medicine and usually doesn't affect your weight. Try to rest well and talk to your doctor if you feel uneasy.

Karan Johar Karan Johar Joined Jan 2026 9 months ago

Honestly, my love for street food is the only reason my weight goes up, not my losartan! The medicine itself is completely fine and doesn't cause weight gain. Just watch those extra snacks!

Abhishek Deshmukh Abhishek Deshmukh Joined Jan 2026 9 months ago

Don't stress yourself out looking at minor weight shifts. Losartan is a very safe and common medicine, and weight gain is not a typical side effect. Keep eating healthy, and if you're still worried, let's just ask your doctor.

Gopal Prasad Gopal Prasad Joined Jan 2026 9 months ago

If you are really gaining weight and suspect the medicine, don't go for expensive fat loss programs. Just request your doctor for a basic thyroid and kidney panel test. It is very affordable and will clear up the mystery.

Nidhi Vyas Nidhi Vyas Joined Jan 2026 9 months ago

Losartan is generally weight-neutral. If you are noticing weight changes, try incorporating more fresh vegetables and whole grains into your meals. Avoiding processed salty foods helps immensely with any minor fluid retention.

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Vijay Mallya Vijay Mallya Joined Jan 2026 9 months ago

I can only speak from my own experience with this drug. I have been taking losartan for about a year now and my weight has stayed exactly the same. I didn't see any gain at all.

Siddharth Roy Siddharth Roy Joined Feb 2026 9 months ago

Clinical studies suggest that losartan does not typically cause weight gain. However, individual bodily responses can vary, and fluid retention is a rare possibility. Consulting your doctor is the most reliable way to address this.

Rahul Verma Rahul Verma Joined Feb 2026 9 months ago

I've been tracking my weight and steps on my smartwatch since starting losartan. There has been absolutely zero weight gain linked to the medicine. Try logging your daily food intake to see if something else is causing it.

Ananya Sen Ananya Sen Joined Feb 2026 9 months ago

When I had similar doubts, I went to my doctor at Kokilaben Hospital. She assured me that losartan doesn't cause weight gain, and any sudden swelling is what we should watch out for. Better to ask your doctor directly for peace of mind.

Meera Bai Meera Bai Joined Feb 2026 8 months ago

Stay positive and take good care of your health, child. Do not let these small worries disturb your inner peace. Losartan is meant to help your heart, and with wholesome meals, your weight will remain balanced.

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Rukmini Devi Rukmini Devi Joined Apr 2026 7 months ago

In my experience, gentle daily yoga and pranayama help regulate the body's systems wonderfully while taking BP medicines. Losartan usually does not cause weight gain if you keep your body active and mind peaceful.

Rakesh Sharma Rakesh Sharma Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

Instead of worrying about the medicine, try doing simple things at home. Reduce pickles and papad, drink warm water, and walk for 30 minutes. This will easily manage any minor bloating you might be feeling.

Shalini Nair Shalini Nair Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

I totally get it, seeing the scale go up when you are already dealing with high BP is so frustrating. But please don't worry, losartan rarely causes actual weight gain. It might just be temporary water weight that will settle down.

Satish Hegde Satish Hegde Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

I have been taking losartan for my high BP for many years. It has never caused me to gain weight. Maintaining a healthy lifestyle with daily walks and low-salt food is key to keeping your weight and BP in check.

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