Avacard: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Avacard Information

Avacard is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of High BP. Secondary and off-label uses of Avacard have also been mentioned below.

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

While these are the most often observed Avacard side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Avacard are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Avacard's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Unknown while nursing. It is important to know if Avacard has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Avacard related warnings section.

Avacard 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. The section on Avacard contraindications lists all such conditions.

Drug interactions for Avacard have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Avacard is safe while driving, and is addiction.

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

Avacard Benefits & Uses

Avacard is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

Avacard 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: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage can be given up to 10 mg once daily
Geriatric	Disease: Chest Pain Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage can be given up to 10 mg once daily
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Chest Pain Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 2.5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage can be given up to 5 mg once daily
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 2.5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage can be given up to 5 mg once daily

Avacard Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Avacard 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

Avacard Related Warnings

Is the use of Avacard safe for pregnant women?

Avacard has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Avacard without medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Avacard safe during breastfeeding?

There is no research available on the side effects of Avacard in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.

Unknown
What is the effect of Avacard on the Kidneys?

There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Avacard. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Avacard on the Liver?

Avacard 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.

Moderate
What is the effect of Avacard on the Heart?

Using Avacard does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Avacard with Other Drugs

Avacard 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

Moderate

Aspirin

Atenolol

Clotrimazole

Clarithromycin

Avacard Contraindications

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

Low Blood Pressure
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Liver Disease
Heart Failure
Drug Allergy
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Avacard

Is this Avacard habit forming or addictive?

Avacard is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Avacard since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Avacard only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Avacard is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Avacard Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Avacard

Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Avacard and food will interact.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Avacard

Taking [medicine] and alcohol at the same time may lead to mild side effects. Contact your doctor right away if you observe any side effects.

Mild

Frequently asked Questions about Avacard

Question over 5 years ago

Does Avacard cause hair loss?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Avacard 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Avacard harmful for kidney?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

No, Avacard is not harmful to a kidney. However, it can cause some urinary problem such as urine retention and difficulty in passing urine. Do not hesitate to inform your doctor if you are facing any of the above while taking this drug.

Question about 6 years ago

How does Avacard work?

Dr. Joydeep Sarkar MBBS , Cardiology, Neurology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, Hepatology, Internal Medicine, Diabetology

Avacard 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 over 5 years ago

Does Avacard cause memory loss?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

No, use of Avacard 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 almost 6 years ago

Is Avacard safe to use?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Yes, Avacard 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.