Cardace AM 5 Tablet Information
Cardace AM 5 Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Cardace AM 5 Tablet have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Cardace AM 5 Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Cardace AM 5 Tablet are Confusion. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Cardace AM 5 Tablet as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Cardace AM 5 Tablet are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Cardace AM 5 Tablet's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Mild while nursing. It is important to know if Cardace AM 5 Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Cardace AM 5 Tablet related warnings section.
Cardace AM 5 Tablet can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Cardace AM 5 Tablet in conditions like Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Liver Disease. The section on Cardace AM 5 Tablet contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug reaction of Cardace AM 5 Tablet with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Cardace AM 5 Tablet, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Cardace AM 5 Tablet Benefits & Uses
Cardace AM 5 Tablet is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
- High BP (Read More - Home Remedies for High Blood Pressure)
Cardace AM 5 Tablet 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
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Cardace AM 5 Tablet Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Cardace AM 5 Tablet is used -
Moderate
- Ankle Swelling
- Palpitations (fluttering in chest)
- Edema
- Peripheral Edema
- Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
Mild
- Fatigue
- Drowsiness
- Flushing
- Headache
- Nausea or vomiting
- Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
- पेट दर्द
- Weight gain
- Cough
- Weakness
- Vertigo
- Tremor
- Anxiety (Read More - Home Remedies for Anxiety)
- Dry Mouth
Common
- Confusion
Cardace AM 5 Tablet Related Warnings
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Is the use of Cardace AM 5 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Cardace Am can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
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Is the use of Cardace AM 5 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Cardace Am as it bears very minor side effects for them.
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What is the effect of Cardace AM 5 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Cardace Am on kidney have been reported.
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What is the effect of Cardace AM 5 Tablet on the Liver?
Cardace Am may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
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What is the effect of Cardace AM 5 Tablet on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Cardace Am on the heart have been reported.
Severe Interaction of Cardace AM 5 Tablet with Other Drugs
Cardace AM 5 Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
- Mycoderm-C Dusting Powder Sandalwood Fragrance 100gm
- Abzorb Soap 100gm
- Abzorb Syndet Bar 100gm
- Abzorb Dusting Powder 100gm
Cardace AM 5 Tablet Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cardace AM 5 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Low Blood Pressure
- Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
- Liver Disease
- Heart Failure
- Drug Allergy
- Kidney Disease
- Allergy
- Angioedema
- Diabetes
- Heart Failure
- Low Blood Pressure
- Hyperkalemia
- Liver Disease
- Kidney Disease
Frequently asked Questions about Cardace AM 5 Tablet
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Is this Cardace AM 5 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Cardace AM 5 Tablet is addictive.
Cardace AM 5 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Cardace AM 5 Tablet
Cardace AM 5 Tablet may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
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Interaction between Alcohol and Cardace AM 5 Tablet
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Cardace AM 5 Tablet with alcohol will be.
Frequently asked Questions about Cardace AM 5 Tablet
Question almost 6 years ago
Can I take Cardace Am without consulting a doctor?
Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician
Cardace Am is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation.
Question about 6 years ago
How does Cardace Am work?
Dr. Joydeep Sarkar MBBS , Cardiology, Neurology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, Hepatology, Internal Medicine, Diabetology
Cardace Am is calcium channel blocker. It works by inhibiting the movement of calcium into vascular smooth muscle cells and cardiac cells which inhibits the contraction of cardiac muscle and vascular smooth muscle and reduce electrical conduction within heart cell and dilate blood vessel. Dilation of the blood vessel reduces the blood pressure.
Question about 5 years ago
Can i take Cardace Am with seafood ?
Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician
Yes, you can take it with seafood safely if you are not allergic to seafood. However, there is a lot of scientific evidence that Cardace Am has shown very strong interaction with grapefruit juice hence you are highly recommended to avoid grapefruit juice with this drug.
Question over 5 years ago
Can I take Cardace Am with sildenafil (viagra)?
Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician
Yes, Cardace 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.
Question over 5 years ago
Does Cardace Am cause hair loss?
Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician
Yes, Cardace Am does cause hair loss in some cases. If you are experiencing hair loss with this drug discuss with your doctor. Your doctor may prescribe alternative medicines to prevent further hair loss and promote hair growth.
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