Starcad 12.5 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Starcad Information

Starcad is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Starcad have also been mentioned below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Starcad. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Starcad also has some side effects, the most common being Nasopharyngitis, Diarrhoea, Increased Glucose level in the blood. Some other side effects of Starcad have been listed ahead. These side effects of Starcad are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

It is also important to note that Starcad has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Starcad's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Starcad is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Liver Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Starcad have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Additionally, Starcad may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Starcad is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.

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

Starcad Benefits & Uses

Starcad is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

High BP (Read More - Home Remedies for High Blood Pressure)
Coronary Artery Disease
High Lipoprotein
Angina

Starcad 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: 25 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 5 mg amlodipine and 20 mg atorvastatin
Geriatric	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 25 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 5 mg amlodipine and 20 mg atorvastatin

Starcad Related Warnings

Is the use of Starcad safe for pregnant women?

Starcad shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Starcad safe during breastfeeding?

Side effects of Starcad on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Starcad on the Kidneys?

There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Starcad. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Starcad on the Liver?

There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Starcad. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Starcad on the Heart?

Starcad has very mild side effects on the heart.

Severe Interaction of Starcad with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Itraconazole

Tizanidine

Simvastatin,Ezetimibe

Isoniazid,Pyrazinamide,Rifampicin

Cyclosporin

Gemfibrozil

Itraconazole

Ritonavir

Digoxin

Moderate

Starcad Contraindications

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

Low Blood Pressure
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Liver Disease
Heart Failure
Drug Allergy
Kidney Disease
Hypothyroidism
Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Diabetes
Alcoholism
Trauma

Frequently asked Questions about Starcad

Is this Starcad habit forming or addictive?

Starcad is not addictive in nature.

Starcad Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Starcad

Some foods when eaten with Starcad can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Starcad

Taking alcohol with Starcad can be dangerous.

Frequently asked Questions about Starcad

Question almost 6 years ago

How to take [Mediciine]?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Starcad 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Starcad cause memory loss?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

No, use of Starcad has not been associated with memory loss. But if you are in doubt do discuss with your doctor to check for underlying medical conditions resulting in memory loss.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Starcad cause erectile dysfunction?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Yes, Starcad can cause erectile dysfunction. It is uncommon side effects of this drug. If you experience erectile dysfunction after consuming this drug, please inform to a doctor, they might give you an alternate therapy.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Starcad with paracetamol?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Starcad 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Starcad safe to use?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Yes, Starcad is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, few side effects are observed at regular doses such as palpitation, abdominal pain, sleepiness, swelling, and flushing. Do not hesitate to inform your doctor if you are facing any of the above.