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Atakare, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of High BP, Angina.
The optimal dosage of Atakare is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The side effects typically associated with Atakare include Headache, Fatigue, Abdominal Pain. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Atakare as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Atakare 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.
Atakare's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Moderate while nursing. In addition, Atakare's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Atakare related warnings section.
Atakare can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Atakare in conditions like Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Liver Disease. Other contraindications of Atakare have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Atakare may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Atakare, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Atakare is used to treat the following -
Main 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.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Atakare is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Atakare safe for pregnant women?
Atakare can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Atakare, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Atakare safe during breastfeeding?
Atakare may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Atakare, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Atakare.
What is the effect of Atakare on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Atakare on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Atakare on the Liver?
Atakare can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Atakare on the Heart?
Atakare may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
Atakare 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 Atakare unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Atakare habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Atakare.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Atakare as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Atakare only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Atakare cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Atakare
Taking Atakare with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Atakare
Consuming Atakare with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
No, use of Atakare 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.
Yes, [medicine] can cause stomach upset. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing stomach upset after taking this medicine.
No, Atakare should not be discontinued on your own. Discontinuation of a drug on your own can cause some serious problem such as blood pressure or chest pain which lead to heart attack and stroke. So before stopping this medicine, you must consult your doctor, he/she may switch your treatment if you can not tolerate this drug.
Yes, Atakare 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.
Atakare is safe to take a long time, even for the rest of life. In fact, it works well I you take it for a long time.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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