Cardace Information
Cardace, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of High BP. Secondary and off-label uses of Cardace have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Cardace 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 most common side effects of Cardace are Confusion. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Cardace as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Cardace are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Cardace is Severe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Cardace's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Cardace is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Angioedema, Heart Failure, Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension) as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Cardace have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Cardace may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Cardace is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Cardace Benefits & Uses
Cardace is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
- High BP (Read More - Home Remedies for High Blood Pressure)
Other Benefits
Cardace 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.
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Cardace Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Cardace is used -
Mild
Common
- Confusion
Cardace Related Warnings
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Is the use of Cardace safe for pregnant women?
Cardace 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 Cardace safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Cardace as it bears very minor side effects for them.
Mild -
What is the effect of Cardace on the Kidneys?
Cardace rarely affects the kidneys.
Mild -
What is the effect of Cardace on the Liver?
Cardace is rarely harmful for the liver.
Mild -
What is the effect of Cardace on the Heart?
Cardace has very mild side effects on the heart.
Mild
Severe Interaction of Cardace with Other Drugs
Cardace should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Cardace Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cardace unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Allergy
- Angioedema
- Diabetes
- Heart Failure
- Low Blood Pressure
- Hyperkalemia
- Liver Disease
- Kidney Disease
Frequently asked Questions about Cardace
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Is this Cardace habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Cardace is addictive.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Cardace, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Cardace can make you drowsy.
Dangerous -
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Cardace only on doctor's advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Cardace in mental disorders is not effective.
No
Cardace Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Cardace
Taking Cardace with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Mild -
Interaction between Alcohol and Cardace
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Cardace with alcohol.
Unknown
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This medicine data has been created by -
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