Tag: Arb side effects

A persistent dry cough is a well-known side effect of certain blood pressure medications, particularly ACE inhibitors. But **does losartan make you cough**? While less common than with ACE inhibitors, a cough is still a possible side effect of the angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB) losartan, though frequently it may be a carry-over effect from a previous ACE inhibitor. This article explores the pharmacological reasons behind this issue and distinguishes the risk factors associated with losartan versus other blood pressure drugs.

In clinical trials for hypertension, back pain was reported in 2% of patients taking losartan, but joint pain (arthralgia) is also a known, though less common, side effect [1.3.3, 1.2.7]. So, how common is joint pain with losartan in the broader population?

In 2012, approximately 1.9 million patients in the U.S. received a prescription for olmesartan-containing products [1.4.1]. While effective for high blood pressure, a key question for users is: **does olmesartan cause diarrhea?** The answer is yes, including a rare, severe form.