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Cardicap is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Angina. Other than this, Cardicap has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The optimal dosage of Cardicap is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Cardicap include Peripheral Edema. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Cardicap as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Cardicap 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.
It is also important to note that Cardicap has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Cardicap related warnings talks about Cardicap's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Cardicap is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Anemia as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Cardicap have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Cardicap 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 Cardicap is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Cardicap 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 Cardicap is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Cardicap safe for pregnant women?
Cardicap 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 Cardicap safe during breastfeeding?
Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Cardicap for breastfeeding women are not known.
What is the effect of Cardicap on the Kidneys?
Cardicap does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Cardicap on the Liver?
Cardicap does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Cardicap on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Cardicap on the heart have been reported.
Cardicap 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 Cardicap unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cardicap habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Cardicap is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Cardicap as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Cardicap only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Cardicap in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Cardicap
It is safe to take Cardicap with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cardicap
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Cardicap as it can have severe side effects.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Isordil® Titradose™ (isosorbide dinitrate)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 543-544
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 653-654
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Isordil® Titradose™ (isosorbide dinitrate)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 543-544
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 653-654
