Blood pressure
Losartan Dosage Timing: When to Take It
Generic name: Losartan. Brand name: Cozaar.
Direct Answer
Losartan is typically taken once daily, with or without food, at any consistent time of day.
Timing Considerations
Typical frequency: Once daily
- There's no strong preference for morning vs. evening — pick whichever is easier to remember consistently.
- Pairing it with an existing daily habit, like a meal, is a common way to build consistency.
With or Without Food?
Can be taken with or without food.
A Common Schedule Example
A common pattern: taken every morning with breakfast.
This is an illustrative example, not a prescription — the exact schedule should always come from the prescriber who wrote it.
Missed a Dose?
If a dose is missed, general guidance is to take it when remembered unless close to the next dose — confirm with a pharmacist.
Common Questions
Is losartan taken in the morning or at night?
Either works — there's no strong timing preference. Consistency matters more than the specific hour.
OnTimer's medication scheduler turns a dose schedule like this one into an actual calendar file — with a persistent alarm for each dose, not just a reminder you can dismiss.
Disclaimer: OnTimer is not a medical device and does not provide medical advice. This page describes general, publicly known scheduling and timing conventions only — not dosing amounts or clinical guidance — and does not replace instructions from a prescriber or pharmacist. Always follow your prescription label and your healthcare provider's instructions.