Betacap Plus 10 Capsule is a prescription medicine that is available as a Capsule. Betacap Plus 10 Capsule also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Betacap Plus 10 Capsule. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Betacap Plus 10 Capsule also has some side effects, the most common being Fainting. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Betacap Plus 10 Capsule can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Betacap Plus 10 Capsule are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Betacap Plus 10 Capsule's effect during pregnancy is Unknown and Unknown while nursing. Further, the section on Betacap Plus 10 Capsule related warnings talks about Betacap Plus 10 Capsule's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Betacap Plus 10 Capsule is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Asthma, Diabetes, Liver Disease are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Betacap Plus 10 Capsule have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Betacap Plus 10 Capsule 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 Betacap Plus 10 Capsule is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Betacap Plus 10 Capsule is used to treat the following -
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.
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Betacap Plus 10 Capsule is used -
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Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Betacap Plus 10 Capsule safe for pregnant women?
The effects of Betacap Plus on pregnant women are unknown since no research has been done to ascertain it yet.
Is the use of Betacap Plus 10 Capsule safe during breastfeeding?
In the absence of any scientific study about the side effects of Betacap Plus in breastfeeding women, information on safety of Betacap Plus is unavailable.
What is the effect of Betacap Plus 10 Capsule on the Kidneys?
Betacap Plus may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Betacap Plus 10 Capsule on the Liver?
Side effects of Betacap Plus rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Betacap Plus 10 Capsule on the Heart?
Betacap Plus may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
Betacap Plus 10 Capsule should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Betacap Plus 10 Capsule unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Betacap Plus 10 Capsule habit forming or addictive?
Betacap Plus 10 Capsule is not addictive in nature.
Interaction between Food and Betacap Plus 10 Capsule
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Betacap Plus 10 Capsule with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Betacap Plus 10 Capsule
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Betacap Plus 10 Capsule with alcohol.
Yes, Betacap Plus may cause drowsiness (sleepiness). It is a common side effect of this drug. If you experience drowsiness after taking this drug, then you are advised not to drive any vehicle or operate any machinery to avoid accidental injury.
Take Betacap Plus 2-3 times a day or as advised by your doctor. It should be taken with protein-rich food because of the presence of protein-rich food increase bioavailability of this drug. Precautions must be taken in a patient with diabetes mellitus, myasthenia gravis, and improper liver or kidney function.
Yes, Betacap Plus is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as diarrhoea, nausea, and vomiting. If you experience any discomfort after taking this medicine then inform your doctor immediately and follow his/her instructions.
Betacap Plus may be used for alcohol withdrawal. Clinical studies have found that it can reduce the physical withdrawal symptoms but it is ineffective in preventing the seizures due to alcohol withdrawal also it is not approved and preferred. Since it is a prescription drug, you are advised not to take this drug by yourself for alcohol withdrawal.
Rarely, Betacap Plus causes hair loss (alopecia). However, the exact cause behind hair loss is unknown but it is presumed that it occurs because of thinning of the hairs which weakens their strength. If you are experiencing excessive hair loss after taking this drug then do discuss it with your doctor.
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