Beta Nicardia: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Beta Nicardia Information

Beta Nicardia is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Beta Nicardia also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Beta Nicardia. 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.

Common side effects of Beta Nicardia include Blurred vision, Cold hands. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Beta Nicardia can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Beta Nicardia normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

In addition, Beta Nicardia's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Beta Nicardia's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Beta Nicardia can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Beta Nicardia in conditions like Diabetes, Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Asthma. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Beta Nicardia contraindications section.

Besides this, Beta Nicardia may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Beta Nicardia, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

Beta Nicardia Benefits & Uses
Beta Nicardia Dosage & How to Take
Beta Nicardia Side Effects
Beta Nicardia Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Beta Nicardia with Other Drugs
Beta Nicardia Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Beta Nicardia
Beta Nicardia Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Beta Nicardia Benefits & Uses

Beta Nicardia is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

High BP (Read More - Home Remedies for High Blood Pressure)
Angina

Beta Nicardia Dosage & How to Take

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
Adult	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 70 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 50 mg atenolol and 20 mg nifedipine per capsule
Geriatric	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 70 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 50 mg atenolol and 20 mg nifedipine per capsule

Beta Nicardia Related Warnings

Is the use of Beta Nicardia safe for pregnant women?

Beta Nicardia should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Beta Nicardia safe during breastfeeding?

Beta Nicardia should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Beta Nicardia on the Kidneys?

Beta Nicardia does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Beta Nicardia on the Liver?

Beta Nicardia has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Beta Nicardia on the Heart?

In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Beta Nicardia on the heart, information on safety of Beta Nicardia for the heart is unavailable.

Severe Interaction of Beta Nicardia with Other Drugs

Beta Nicardia should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Amifostine

Amiodarone

Ampicillin

Cabergoline

Glibenclamide (Glyburide)

Charcoal

Clonidine

Dipyridamole

Gliclazide

Caffeine

Moderate

Duloxetine

Ergotamine

Felodipine

Fentanyl

Paracetamol,Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan

Pseudoephedrine

Beta Nicardia Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Beta Nicardia unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Diabetes
Low Blood Pressure
Hyperthyroidism
Asthma
Kidney Disease
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PVD)
Glaucoma
Myasthenia Gravis
Tachycardia
Heart Failure
Diabetes

Frequently asked Questions about Beta Nicardia

Is this Beta Nicardia habit forming or addictive?

Beta Nicardia does not cause addiction.

Beta Nicardia Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Beta Nicardia

Beta Nicardia may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Beta Nicardia

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Beta Nicardia with alcohol will be.

Frequently asked Questions about Beta Nicardia

Question about 5 years ago

Does Beta Nicardia cause joint pain?

Dr. MBBS , General Physician, Other, Obstetrics & Gynaecology

Rarely, Beta Nicardia causes joint pain. Its incident is not known. However, if you experience intense joint pain after taking this drug then you are advised to take some rest even after that it persists or becomes severe then discuss with your doctor and follow his/her instructions.

Question over 5 years ago

Is it safe to take Beta Nicardia?

Dr. MBBS , General Physician, Other, Obstetrics & Gynaecology

Yes, Beta Nicardia is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as headache, difficulty breathing, and dizziness. If you experience any discomfort after taking this medicine then inform your doctor immediately and follow his/her instructions.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Beta Nicardia cause cough?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Yes, sometimes Beta Nicardia might cause cough reflex. It occurs due to bronchoconstrictive (narrowing of the airways) effect of this drug. It is a rare side effect of this drug. If you are experiencing excessive coughing after taking this drug then you are advised to consult with your doctor.

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Beta Nicardia?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

Beta Nicardia is a brand name of atenolol and it is available in the form of a tablet. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of drug known as beta-blockers (beta1-selective (cardioselective) adrenoreceptor blocking agent). It is used for the management of hypertension (high blood pressure), chronic stable angina (chest pain) and acute myocardial infarction.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Beta Nicardia for sleep?

Dr. Manoj Meena MBBS , General Physician

No, Beta Nicardia is not approved for the treatment of insomnia (sleeplessness). Hence you are advised not to take this drug by yourself to induce sleep.