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Cardika is a prescription drug, available for use as Capsule. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of High BP. Other than this, Cardika has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Cardika. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Cardika are Confusion. While these are the most often observed Cardika side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Cardika go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Cardika has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Cardika's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Angioedema, Heart Failure, Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension) must refrain from the use of Cardika since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Cardika contraindications section.
Besides this, Cardika may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Cardika is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Cardika 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.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Cardika is used -
Mild
Common
Is the use of Cardika safe for pregnant women?
Cardika should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Cardika safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Cardika for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Cardika on the Kidneys?
Cardika has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Cardika on the Liver?
Cardika is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Cardika on the Heart?
Cardika may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Cardika 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 Cardika unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cardika habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Cardika has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Cardika you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Cardika is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Cardika in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Cardika
Some foods when eaten with Cardika can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cardika
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Cardika with alcohol will be.
No, you can not take Cardika with ibuprofen, as it may reduce the effect of Cardika. You are advised to consult with your doctor before taking these drugs in combination.
Yes, Cardika has been reported to cause constipation in patients who are taking it but it occurs very rarely. However, if you are experiencing severe constipation after taking this drug then inform your doctor and take precautionary methods such as eating fibrous foods to avoid constipation.
Yes, Cardika can be taken with telmisartan. As per clinical studies, no harmful interaction has been reported after taking them. However, do not take it without doctors advise. A fixed-dose combination of [Medicinie] and telmisartan is available in the market which is used in the treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure).
Rarely, Cardika causes arrhythmia (Irregular heartbeat). However, if you experience any fluctuation in heart rate after consuming this drug, please inform a doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Yes, Cardika 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
References
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