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pulse rate 40 but have to start losartan tonight and scared it will make it drop even lower not sure what to do been prescribed 100mg thought losartan lowered BP when need pulse to increase

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You need to speak to a medic about your concerns. It being the weekend maybe dial 111? Or ring your local pharmacist.

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Afaik Losartan lowers BP but doesn’t affect heart rate. However you should check with you pharmacist or GP. If you cannot contact GP then ring 111.

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