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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