Betacard Am is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of High BP, Angina.
The optimal dosage of Betacard Am is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Betacard Am include Headache, Fatigue, Abdominal Pain. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Betacard Am can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Betacard Am normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Betacard Am is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Betacard Am's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Betacard Am related warnings section.
Betacard Am is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Liver Disease are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Betacard Am have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Betacard Am with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Betacard Am is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Betacard Am is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Betacard Am is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Betacard Am safe for pregnant women?
Betacard Am may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Betacard Am, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Betacard Am safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Betacard Am. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Betacard Am on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Betacard Am on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Betacard Am on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Betacard Am. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Betacard Am only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Betacard Am on the Heart?
Betacard Am can have moderate side effects on the heart. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
Betacard Am should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Betacard Am unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Betacard Am habit forming or addictive?
Betacard Am is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Betacard Am. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Betacard Am is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Betacard Am in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Betacard Am
Taking Betacard Am with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Betacard Am
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Betacard Am as it can have severe side effects.
Yes, you can take it with seafood safely if you are not allergic to seafood. However, there is a lot of scientific evidence that Betacard Am has shown very strong interaction with grapefruit juice hence you are highly recommended to avoid grapefruit juice with this drug.
Yes, Betacard Am can be taken with ibuprofen. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking ibuprofen do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Betacard Am comes in form of a tablet and ideally, it should be taken by mouth once daily as advised by your doctor. It can be taken with food or without food at any time of the day. Precautions must be taken in patients with liver disease, diabetes, and hypothyroidism.
Yes, Betacard Am can be taken with viagra. No harmful interactions have been reported between them. However, if you experience any unpleasant effects such as low blood pressure after taking these two medicines together, please inform to a doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Yes, Betacard Am can be taken with paracetamol. No drug-drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking ibuprofen do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
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