Starcad 12.5 Tablet

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  • Manufactured by: Lupin Ltd
  • Contains / Salt: Amlodipine (2.5 mg) + Atorvastatin (10 mg)

Starcad 12.5 Tablet Information

Starcad 12.5 Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Other than this, Starcad 12.5 Tablet has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The correct dosage of Starcad 12.5 Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

The side effects typically associated with Starcad 12.5 Tablet include Nasopharyngitis, Diarrhoea, Increased Glucose level in the blood. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Starcad 12.5 Tablet as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Starcad 12.5 Tablet normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Starcad 12.5 Tablet's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Mild while nursing. Further, the section on Starcad 12.5 Tablet related warnings talks about Starcad 12.5 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Starcad 12.5 Tablet can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Starcad 12.5 Tablet in conditions like Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Liver Disease. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Starcad 12.5 Tablet contraindications section.

Additionally, Starcad 12.5 Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Starcad 12.5 Tablet is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.


Starcad 12.5 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Starcad 12.5 Tablet is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Starcad 12.5 Tablet 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
  • Disease: High Blood Pressure
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 25 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: strength 5 mg amlodipine and 20 mg atorvastatin
Geriatric
  • Disease: High Blood Pressure
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 25 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: strength 5 mg amlodipine and 20 mg atorvastatin

Starcad 12.5 Tablet Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Starcad 12.5 Tablet is used -

Moderate

Mild

Common

  • Nasopharyngitis
  • Diarrhoea
  • Increased Glucose level in the blood
  • Joint Swelling

Starcad 12.5 Tablet Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Starcad 12.5 Tablet safe for pregnant women?


    Starcad shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

  • Is the use of Starcad 12.5 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?


    Side effects of Starcad on breastfeeding women are very mild.

  • What is the effect of Starcad 12.5 Tablet on the Kidneys?


    There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Starcad. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

  • What is the effect of Starcad 12.5 Tablet on the Liver?


    There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Starcad. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

  • What is the effect of Starcad 12.5 Tablet on the Heart?


    Starcad has very mild side effects on the heart.


Severe Interaction of Starcad 12.5 Tablet with Other Drugs

Starcad 12.5 Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate


Starcad 12.5 Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Starcad 12.5 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -


Frequently asked Questions about Starcad 12.5 Tablet

  • Is this Starcad 12.5 Tablet habit forming or addictive?


    Starcad 12.5 Tablet is not addictive in nature.

Starcad 12.5 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Starcad 12.5 Tablet


    Some foods when eaten with Starcad 12.5 Tablet can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.

  • Interaction between Alcohol and Starcad 12.5 Tablet


    Taking alcohol with Starcad 12.5 Tablet can be dangerous.


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience


References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Norvasc® (amlodipine besylate)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 540, 549, 550

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 147-148

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Lipitor® (Atorvastatin Calcium)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 637-638

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 646-650

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