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STARCAD 25 MG TABLET
Prescription Required
Introduction of Starcad Tablet
STARCAD 25 MG TABLET is a combination medicine used in the treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure) with high cholesterol levels. It also helps to reduce the risk of stroke and heart attack.
STARCAD 25 MG TABLET is combination of antihypertensive and lipid lowering medicines
STARCAD 25 MG TABLET is combination of antihypertensive and lipid lowering medicines
Uses of Starcad Tablet
- High blood pressure with high cholesterol
Benefits of Starcad Tablet
In High blood pressure with high cholesterol
STARCAD 25 MG TABLET relaxes the blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily around your body. It also effectively reduces the high cholesterol levels in your body. Lowering the amount of cholesterol reduces the chances of heart diseases and managing the blood pressure reduces the risk of having a stroke, heart attack or kidney problems in future. This helps you remain healthier for longer. You do not usually feel any direct benefit from taking this medicine, but it works in the long term to keep you well. Take it regularly and make appropriate lifestyle changes (such as eating healthy and staying active) to maximize the effectiveness of this medicine. Keep taking it even if you feel well.
Side effects of Starcad Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if youβre worried about them
Common side effects of Starcad
- Nausea
- Stomach pain
- Headache
- Sleepiness
- Ankle swelling
- Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk)
- Palpitations
- Constipation
- Muscle pain
- Increased glucose level in blood
- Increased liver enzymes
- Tiredness
How to use Starcad Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. STARCAD 25 MG TABLET may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with STARCAD 25 MG TABLET.
Pregnancy
UNSAFE
STARCAD 25 MG TABLET is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
STARCAD 25 MG TABLET is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
STARCAD 25 MG TABLET may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
STARCAD 25 MG TABLET may cause side effects such as dizziness, headaches, nausea or tiredness, all of which could affect your ability to concentrate and drive.
STARCAD 25 MG TABLET may cause side effects such as dizziness, headaches, nausea or tiredness, all of which could affect your ability to concentrate and drive.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
STARCAD 25 MG TABLET is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of STARCAD 25 MG TABLET is recommended.
However, inform your doctor if you have any underlying kidney disease.
However, inform your doctor if you have any underlying kidney disease.
Liver
CAUTION
STARCAD 25 MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of STARCAD 25 MG TABLET may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of STARCAD 25 MG TABLET is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease and active liver disease.
Use of STARCAD 25 MG TABLET is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease and active liver disease.
What if you forget to take Starcad Tablet?
If you miss a dose of STARCAD 25 MG TABLET, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
Starcad Tablet
- Take it at same time every day to maintain the consistent level of drug in the body.
- Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
- It can make you feel dizzy for the first few days. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how STARCAD 25 MG TABLET affects you.
- Your doctor may check your liver function before starting the treatment and regularly thereafter. Inform your doctor if you notice signs of liver problems such as stomach pains, unusually dark urine or yellowing of skin or eyes.
- Inform your doctor if you have kidney disease, liver disease or diabetes before starting treatment with this medicine. If you are diabetic, monitor your blood sugar level regularly as STARCAD 25 MG TABLET may cause an increase in your blood sugar level.
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