Carca CR 20 Tablet (10) Information

Carca CR 20 Tablet (10) is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of High BP. The alternative uses of Carca CR 20 Tablet (10) have also been explained below.

The right dosage of Carca CR 20 Tablet (10) depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. 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.

Some other side effects of Carca CR 20 Tablet (10) have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Carca CR 20 Tablet (10) 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.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Carca CR 20 Tablet (10) is Moderate for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Carca CR 20 Tablet (10) related warnings talks about Carca CR 20 Tablet (10)'s effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Diabetes, Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate), Peripheral Vascular Disease (PVD) must refrain from the use of Carca CR 20 Tablet (10) since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Carca CR 20 Tablet (10) have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug interactions for Carca CR 20 Tablet (10) have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

You should also be aware that Carca CR 20 Tablet (10) is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

Carca Benefits & Uses
Carca Dosage & How to Take
Carca Side Effects
Carca Related Warnings
Carca Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Carca
Carca Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Carca CR 20 Tablet (10) Benefits & Uses

Carca CR 20 Tablet (10) is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

Heart Failure

Carca CR 20 Tablet (10) 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: Heart Failure Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 3.12 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Heart Failure Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 3.12 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Carca CR 20 Tablet (10) Related Warnings

Is the use of Carca CR 20 Tablet (10) safe for pregnant women?

Carca can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Carca right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.

Moderate
Is the use of Carca CR 20 Tablet (10) safe during breastfeeding?

Carca is completely safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Carca CR 20 Tablet (10) on the Kidneys?

There are no side effects of Carca on the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Carca CR 20 Tablet (10) on the Liver?

Carca has very mild side effects on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Carca CR 20 Tablet (10) on the Heart?

Carca is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Carca CR 20 Tablet (10) Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Carca CR 20 Tablet (10) unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Depression
Myasthenia Gravis
Diabetes
Asthma
Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate)
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PVD)
Liver Disease
Glaucoma

Frequently asked Questions about Carca CR 20 Tablet (10)

Is this Carca CR 20 Tablet (10) habit forming or addictive?

Carca CR 20 Tablet (10) is not addictive in nature.

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

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Carca CR 20 Tablet (10) as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Carca CR 20 Tablet (10) should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

There is no benefit of taking Carca CR 20 Tablet (10) for mental disorders.

No

Carca CR 20 Tablet (10) Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Carca CR 20 Tablet (10)

Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Carca CR 20 Tablet (10) to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Carca CR 20 Tablet (10)

Consuming Carca CR 20 Tablet (10) with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.

Severe

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

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