Hydrochlorothiazide / losartan and Dizziness: What Users Say

• Dre...
• March 27, 2012

Hydrochlorothiazide / losartan for High Blood Pressure "While it is effective in lowering blood pressure, I have experienced side effects, to include ringing in the ears, dizziness, rapid heart beat, odd muscle pain and slightly elevated liver values. I also experienced rapid weight gain when switched to a generic version of the medicine."

• Mel...
• August 8, 2011

For High Blood Pressure "Have used Hyzaar for several years now in conjunction with other medicines for Type 2 Diabetes. Until recently, I used this and never had any side effects other than a slight cough occasionally. My ACTOS is now apparently struggling with my body to keep insulin at levels to keep my blood sugar under control. With two issues, my anxiety attacks and dizziness have been more frequent. I have taken a few days of complete regime (food, sugar control, etc.), and things are coming back in line. My trip to the ER pointed to a muscle deterioration issue which I have to take up with my doctor, a side effect mentioned for this drug. Weight gain and fluid retention are creeping back after many years of smooth sailing."

• Fru...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 23, 2019

Hydrochlorothiazide / losartan for High Blood Pressure "I just started Hyzaar 50/12.5 this morning for high blood pressure. This is the 4th drug that the doctors have tried to use. Within 20 minutes of taking it, I experienced a head rush, as if I had been hit with smelling salts to open up my nasal passage. Then, for over 2 hours, I had tachycardia, with my heart pounding. It's been 9 hours since I took my pill, and I am still having tightness in my neck and chest discomfort. When I take a deep breath, it feels like my chest is constricted. It's unpleasant. I am going to see if I can exercise tonight, or if I will be too winded. By the way, I walk all the time and am in good shape. I see the doctor in 3 days. If this keeps up, I need off this medicine because I don't know how I can live my life with these types of side effects."

• l H...
• April 25, 2009

Hydrochlorothiazide / losartan for High Blood Pressure "This medicine worked really fast at lowering blood pressure until the dizziness and feeling like passing out started. I may have kidney issues, but I am on hydrocodone, and this has an interaction with Hyzaar."

• Mal...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• December 3, 2020

For High Blood Pressure "Early November 2020, systolic pressure approached 180. Supplements used to lower it to 160 but no further. Started Losartan/HCTZ 50/12.5 MG half tab for two days with mild dizziness with the first dose only. On the 3rd day began full tab and noticed a reduction of pressure. Within a ten-day period, my pressure stabilized between 120 and 132 throughout the days. Now at 60 days, results remain the same. I still continue to take supplements to control my B.P. along with this medication that was prescribed for hypertension."

• mr ...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• May 3, 2025

For High Blood Pressure "Been on losartan/HCTZ for 4-5 years. B/P was 130/90 before but had Afib also. B/P has been an average 120/80 after sitting for 5 minutes. My Dr. was not informing me about the side effects that I thought were me just getting older at 65 yo. Dizziness when I get up in the morning, heavy legs with stiffness. I've been active my whole life, skiing, hunting, fishing, walking the dogs, and I still commercial fish. Now I feel like a 90 yo man some mornings. What's up? Changed doctors, they suggested I cut the pill in half. I feel better after a month. New script is without the HCTZ, which is a diuretic. Makes you pee more. Not good when you're on a plane or in the middle of the night every night! Works okay but has some nasty side effects. Might get off it with a better diet and exercise. Good luck."