Betacap Information
Betacap is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet,Capsule. Angina, High BP are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Betacap have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Betacap. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Betacap include Fainting. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Betacap as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Betacap go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Betacap is Severe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Betacap related warnings talks about Betacap's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Betacap is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Asthma, Diabetes, Liver Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Betacap are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Betacap may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Betacap is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Betacap Benefits & Uses
Betacap is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
- Angina
- High BP (Read More - Home Remedies for High Blood Pressure)
Other Benefits
Betacap 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 |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Betacap Related Warnings
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Is the use of Betacap safe for pregnant women?
Betacap shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Severe -
Is the use of Betacap safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Betacap on breastfeeding women are very mild.
Mild -
What is the effect of Betacap on the Kidneys?
Betacap is not harmful for kidneys.
Safe -
What is the effect of Betacap on the Liver?
Betacap is rarely harmful for the liver.
Mild -
What is the effect of Betacap on the Heart?
Betacap has very mild side effects on the heart.
Mild
Severe Interaction of Betacap with Other Drugs
Betacap should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Betacap Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Betacap unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Depression
- Myasthenia Gravis
- Asthma
- Diabetes
- Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate)
- Hyperthyroidism
- Liver Disease
- Peripheral Vascular Disease (PVD)
Frequently asked Questions about Betacap
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Is this Betacap habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Betacap.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Betacap you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Dangerous -
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Betacap only as per medical advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Betacap is not used to treat mental disorders.
No
Betacap Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Betacap
Betacap may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Mild -
Interaction between Alcohol and Betacap
Consumption of alcohol and Betacap together may have severe effects on your health.
Severe
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This medicine data has been created by -
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KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 532-533
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