Betanol 20 Mg Capsule is a prescription medicine that is available as a Capsule. It is typically used for the treatment of Angina, High BP. Other than this, Betanol 20 Mg Capsule has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Betanol 20 Mg Capsule depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Betanol 20 Mg Capsule include Blurred vision, Cold hands. While these are the most often observed Betanol 20 Mg Capsule side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Betanol 20 Mg Capsule are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Betanol 20 Mg Capsule is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Betanol 20 Mg Capsule's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Betanol 20 Mg Capsule can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Betanol 20 Mg Capsule in conditions like Diabetes, Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Asthma. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Betanol 20 Mg Capsule contraindications section.
Besides this, Betanol 20 Mg Capsule may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Betanol 20 Mg Capsule is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Betanol 20 Mg Capsule is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other 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.
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Is the use of Betanol 20 Mg Capsule safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Betanol. If you are pregnant, do not take Betanol without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Betanol 20 Mg Capsule safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Betanol. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Betanol 20 Mg Capsule on the Kidneys?
Betanol has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Betanol 20 Mg Capsule on the Liver?
So far, no research has been carried out on the effects of Betanol on the liver. So it is not known whether taking Betanol will affect the liver or not.
What is the effect of Betanol 20 Mg Capsule on the Heart?
Betanol may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Betanol 20 Mg Capsule unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Betanol 20 Mg Capsule habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Betanol 20 Mg Capsule.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Betanol 20 Mg Capsule as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Betanol 20 Mg Capsule only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Betanol 20 Mg Capsule is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Betanol 20 Mg Capsule
When consumed with certain foods, Betanol 20 Mg Capsule may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Betanol 20 Mg Capsule
Taking alcohol with Betanol 20 Mg Capsule can be dangerous.
Yes, Betanol might cause constipation in a few cases only. The exact cause of constipation is unknown. If you are experiencing constipation after taking this drug then try to take laxative such as Isabgol and eat less spicy highly fibrous food.
Yes, sometimes Betanol might cause cough reflex. It occurs due to bronchoconstrictive (narrowing of the airways) effect of this drug. It is a rare side effect of this drug. If you are experiencing excessive coughing after taking this drug then you are advised to consult with your doctor.
Take Betanol once or twice in a day or as advised by your doctor. It can be taken with or without food because of the presence of food does not affect its absorption from the stomach. Precautions must be taken in a patient with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, thyrotoxicosis, and improper liver or kidney function.
No, Betanol does not cause diabetes. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug.
Yes, Betanol and amlodipine can be taken together only on your doctor's advice. Betanol give synergistic effect when taken along with amlodipine. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug along with amlodipine then do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
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