Atecard 50 Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Angina, High BP are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Atecard 50 Tablet have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Atecard 50 Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. 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.
The most common side effects of Atecard 50 Tablet are Blurred vision, Cold hands. While these are the most often observed Atecard 50 Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Atecard 50 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.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Atecard 50 Tablet is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Atecard 50 Tablet related warnings talks about Atecard 50 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Atecard 50 Tablet is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Diabetes, Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Asthma are examples of such conditions. The section on Atecard 50 Tablet contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug reaction of Atecard 50 Tablet with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Atecard 50 Tablet is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Atecard 50 Tablet 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 Atecard 50 Tablet is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Atecard 50 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Atecard shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Atecard 50 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Atecard may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Atecard 50 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Atecard has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Atecard 50 Tablet on the Liver?
Side effects of Atecard on the liver are unknown because research on this has not been conducted yet.
What is the effect of Atecard 50 Tablet on the Heart?
Atecard may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Atecard 50 Tablet 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 Atecard 50 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Atecard 50 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Atecard 50 Tablet.
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 Atecard 50 Tablet can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Atecard 50 Tablet only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Atecard 50 Tablet in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Atecard 50 Tablet
Atecard 50 Tablet may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Atecard 50 Tablet
Consuming Atecard 50 Tablet with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Take Atecard as long as it is recommended by your doctor. Using this drug beyond that period might not be good for you because it can lead to unintended side effects.
No, Atecard should not be discontinued without doctors advice even when you start feeling well because suddenly discontinuing of this drug can cause chest pain, irregular heartbeat, and heart attack. Hence you are advised to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
Rarely, Atecard causes joint pain. Its incident is not known. However, if you experience intense joint pain after taking this drug then you are advised to take some rest even after that it persists or becomes severe then discuss with your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Rarely, Atecard 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.
No, Atecard is a prescription drug so do not use it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful to the patient to use this drug without a doctor's advice because it can cause unpleasant side effects. Hence, the patient should seek doctors advice before using this medication by himself or herself.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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