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Vasmada 24mg/26mg Tablet

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Introduction of Vasmada Tablet

Vasmada 24mg/26mg Tablet is a combination medicine used to treat heart failure. It reduces the risk of hospitalization and death due to long-lasting (chronic) heart failure.

Vasmada 24mg/26mg Tablet is a combination of ionotrope and antihypertensive medicines

Uses of Vasmada Tablet

Benefits of Vasmada Tablet

In Treatment of Heart failure

Heart failure means your heart is weak and cannot pump enough blood to your lungs and the rest of your body. The most common symptoms are breathlessness, tiredness, and swelling in your legs, ankles, abdomen, and other parts of your body. Vasmada 24mg/26mg Tablet is a combination of two medicine namely valsartan and sacubitril. Both of these medicines work in different ways to lower blood pressure. This makes it easier for your heart to pump blood around your body and is therefore an effective treatment for heart failure.

This medicine will help relieve your symptoms, making you feel better and more energetic. You should make appropriate lifestyle changes (such as eating healthily and keeping active) to help this medicine be effective. Take it regularly and keep taking it even if you feel better.

Side effects of Vasmada 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 Vasmada

  • Dizziness
  • Increased potassium level in blood
  • Fatigue
  • Hypotension (low blood pressure)

How to use Vasmada 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. Vasmada 24mg/26mg 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 Vasmada 24mg/26mg Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Vasmada 24mg/26mg Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Vasmada 24mg/26mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Vasmada 24mg/26mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Vasmada 24mg/26mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Vasmada 24mg/26mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Regular blood pressure monitoring is recommended. No dose adjustment is needed in patients with mild to moderate kidney disease.
Liver
CAUTION
Vasmada 24mg/26mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Vasmada 24mg/26mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
No dose adjustment is recommended in patients with mild to moderate liver disease.

What if you forget to take Vasmada Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Vasmada 24mg/26mg 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.

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Quick tips

Vasmada Tablet

  • You have been prescribed Vasmada 24mg/26mg Tablet for the treatment of of long-lasting (chronic) heart failure.
  • You should continue to stay active (light walking, stretching) and eat a healthy, low sodium diet along with taking this medication.
  • To reduce the chances of feeling dizzy, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
  • It may cause the level of potassium in your blood to go up. Avoid taking potassium supplements and potassium-rich foods such as banana and broccoli.
  • Inform your doctor if you have a history of liver or kidney diseases.
  • Do not take Vasmada 24mg/26mg Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

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Patient concerns

Patient concerns

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What is BNP test? Pls explain. What is BNP ASSAY?My result is133.0 explain
Dr. Manju Singh
Homeopathy
BNP levels below 100 pg/mL indicate no heart failure. BNP levels of 100-300 pg/mL suggest heart failure is present. BNP levels above 300 pg/mL indicate mild heart failure. BNP levels above 600 pg/mL indicate moderate heart failure.The level of BNP in the blood increases when heart failure symptoms worsen, and decreases when the heart failure condition is stable
Myself is high B.P patients .There is some swelling in the face today . what is going on?
Dr. Pushkar Mani
Physician
Kidney damage or heart failure
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FAQs

Vasmada Tablet

Q. Who should avoid taking Vasmada 24mg/26mg Tablet?

Patients who are allergic to any of its components should avoid Vasmada 24mg/26mg Tablet. Also, those who are allergic to the use of ACE inhibitors or ARBs should avoid using this medicine. It should not be used along with other antihypertensive medicines like ACE inhibitors or ARBs. Do not take it for at least 36 hours before or after you take an ACE inhibitor medicine. If you are not sure, consult your doctor.

Q. What should I tell my doctor before taking Vasmada 24mg/26mg Tablet?

Tell your doctor about all of your medical conditions, including liver or kidney disease, history of facial swelling (angioedema). Inform him if you are pregnant or are breastfeeding. Also, let your doctor know about all medicines you are taking, especially potassium supplements or its medicine salt, painkillers, blood pressure or heart failure medicines (such as ACE inhibitor, ARBs or Aliskiren).

Q. Can I use Vasmada 24mg/26mg Tablet in pregnancy?

No, Vasmada 24mg/26mg Tablet should be avoided in pregnancy. Its use can cause injury or even endanger the life of the baby. If you become pregnant while using Vasmada 24mg/26mg Tablet, stop using it and contact your doctor immediately.

Q. How would I know if I have high potassium levels?

Your doctor will check your blood potassium levels periodically to detect high potassium levels (hyperkalemia). Make sure that you do not miss any scheduled appointments with the doctor.

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References

  1. Medscape. Sacubitril+Valsartan. [Accessed 24 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
  2. Sacubitril+Valsartan. East Hanover, New Jersey: Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation; 2015 [revised Nov. 2018]. [Accessed 24 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link

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