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Macsart H, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. The alternative uses of Macsart H have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Macsart H. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Macsart H also has some side effects, the most common being Headache, Diarrhoea, Back Pain. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Macsart H as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Macsart H normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Macsart H is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Macsart H has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Macsart H related warnings section.
Macsart H is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Congestive Heart Failure (CHF), Angioedema, Hypoparathyroidism as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Macsart H have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Macsart H may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Macsart H is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Macsart H is used to treat the following -
Other 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.
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Is the use of Macsart H safe for pregnant women?
Macsart H shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Macsart H safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Macsart H. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Macsart H on the Kidneys?
Kidney can be affected by Macsart H. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Macsart H on the Liver?
Macsart H may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Macsart H on the Heart?
There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Macsart H. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Restart this medicine only if your doctor advises you to do so.
Macsart H 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 Macsart H unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Macsart H habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Macsart H is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Macsart H as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Macsart H is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Macsart H in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Macsart H
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Macsart H with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Macsart H
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Macsart H and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
No, Macsart H doesn't cause depression. However, if you experience depression while taking Macsart H, please talk to your doctor immediately.
Macsart H can be taken as long as it is prescribed by your doctor. You must not discontinue taking it even when you start feeling well. In addition, you must not take it more frequently as that can have adverse effects. Follow the recommendations of your doctor completely.
Macsart H is the brand name for telmisartan. It belongs to a group of medications known as angiotensin II receptor blockers. It is available in the form of tablets. Macsart H is used to treat hypertension. It is also used to decrease cardiovascular risk in patients who cannot take ACE (angiotensin-converting enzyme) inhibitors.
Yes, it is safe to take Macsart H as long as it is prescribed by your doctor. However, in some people, it may cause some side effects like back pain, sinusitis, and diaarhea.
Macsart H contains telmisartan which is an antihypertensive drug that works by preventing a chemical (angiotensin II) to bind with a receptor. This causes relaxation of blood vessels, it also prevents the synthesis and release of aldosterone (a hormone whose hyperactivity results in high blood pressure). In this way Macsart H decreases the blood pressure.
This medicine data has been created by -
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