STARCAD 5 MG/10 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 5 MG/10 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 5 MG/10 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 you’re 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 5 MG/10 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 5 MG/10 MG TABLET.

Pregnancy

UNSAFE

STARCAD 5 MG/10 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 5 MG/10 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 5 MG/10 MG TABLET may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
STARCAD 5 MG/10 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 5 MG/10 MG TABLET is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of STARCAD 5 MG/10 MG TABLET is recommended.
However, inform your doctor if you have any underlying kidney disease.

Liver

CAUTION

STARCAD 5 MG/10 MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of STARCAD 5 MG/10 MG TABLET may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of STARCAD 5 MG/10 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 5 MG/10 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.

STARCAD 5 MG/10 MG TABLET

₹8.4/Tablet

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Numlotor 5 mg/10 mg Tablet

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₹58.8/tablet

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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 5 MG/10 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 5 MG/10 MG TABLET may cause an increase in your blood sugar level.

Fact Box

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

CARDIAC

Patient concerns

High blood pressure and cholesterol

Dr. Aanchal Maheshwari

Ayurveda

Guggul 2 tab twice,arjunarisht 20 ml twice. Also monotor BP

I take starcad beta 25 my bp is 150/80 my age 34

Dr. Saurabh Arora

Cardiology

Not good Medicine for BP alone consult physician near u for proper examination and blood work up

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