How to Pronounce Losartan (Cozaar)
low-SAR-tan
IPA: /laʊ.ˈsær.tæn/
Brand name: Cozaar
low
SAR
tan
Losartan is pronounced low-SAR-tan
How do you pronounce Losartan?
Losartan is pronounced “low-SAR-tan”. It has 3 syllables: low ‑ sar ‑ tan. The stress falls on the second syllable, “sar”.
How many syllables are in Losartan?
Losartan has 3 syllables: low ‑ sar ‑ tan.
What does Losartan mean?
Losartan is an angiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB) used to treat hypertension and diabetic nephropathy. It works by blocking the AT1 receptor to prevent vasoconstriction.
Word Parts
suffix
-sartan
angiotensin II receptor blocker
Common Mispronunciations
Sometimes said "LOH-sar-tan" — stress is on SAR: low-SAR-tan
Where You'll Encounter This
ACE-I alternative, diabetic nephropathy
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