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Carpro is a prescription drug, available for use as Capsule. High BP are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Carpro has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Carpro. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Carpro also has some side effects, the most common being Slow heart rate (pulse). Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Carpro can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Carpro normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Carpro is Severe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Carpro related warnings talks about Carpro's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Carpro can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Carpro in conditions like Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate). Some other conditions that can be affected by Carpro are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Carpro have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Carpro is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Carpro 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
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Geriatric |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Carpro is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Carpro safe for pregnant women?
Carpro can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Carpro safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Carpro for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Carpro on the Kidneys?
Using Carpro does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Carpro on the Liver?
Carpro may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Carpro on the Heart?
Carpro is rarely harmful for the heart.
Carpro should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Carpro unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Carpro habit forming or addictive?
Carpro does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Carpro can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Carpro should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Carpro is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Carpro
Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Carpro to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.
Interaction between Alcohol and Carpro
Consuming Carpro with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Yes, Carpro causes a cough. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, if you experience a severe cough after taking this medicine then inform the doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Avoid drinking alcohol with Carpro, it may increase the risk of side effects like dizziness. It is best to stop drinking alcohol while you are taking Carpro.
Carpro is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
Yes, Carpro can make you feel tired, because it drops your heart rate, and if your heart rate is dropped, the amount of blood that your heart is pumping also decreases. This creates symptoms of fatigue, impotence, drowsiness, and lethargy. Please consult your doctor if you feel tired after taking this drug.
Yes, Carpro can be taken with lisinopril, no clinical meaningful interaction have been reported between these two medicines. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction occurs between them. Please consult your doctor before taking these two medications at the same time.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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