DESCRIPTION

Starcad-Beta 12.5 Tablet ER belongs to a group of medicines called beta-blockers. It is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension), angina (heart-related chest pain), and irregular heart rhythms (arrhythmia). It also helps to prevent migraines, future heart attacks, and stroke. Starcad-Beta 12.5 Tablet ER may be prescribed alone or together with other medications. The dose and frequency will depend on what you are taking it for and the severity of your condition. It may be taken empty stomach or with a meal, but take it regularly at the same time each day to get the maximum benefit. It may take several weeks before you get the full benefit of this medicine and you may need to take it for the rest of your life. However, it is important to continue taking it even if you feel well. Most people with high blood pressure do not have symptoms if you stop taking it your condition may worsen. The main side effects of Starcad-Beta 12.5 Tablet ER are fatigue, headache, slow heart rate, feeling dizzy, and nausea. These are usually mild and short-lived. It may also cause shortness of breath or low blood pressure in some people. To reduce the risk of side effects your doctor will probably start the medicine at a low dose and gradually increase it. Consult your doctor if the side effects bother you or do not go away. Before taking it, let your doctor know if you have any liver problems. It may also not be suitable for people who have a slow heart rate, severe circulation problems, severe heart failure, or low blood pressure. Pregnant or breastfeeding mothers should also consult their doctor before taking it. You must talk to your doctor to find out whether this medicine is suitable for you to use. You should have your blood pressure checked regularly to make sure that this medicine is working properly. Avoid drinking alcohol as it may increase certain side effects.

INTRODUCTION

In Treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure) Starcad-Beta 12.5 Tablet ER belongs to a group of medicines called long-acting beta-blocker. Starcad-Beta 12.5 Tablet ER works by blocking the effects of some chemicals on your heart and blood vessels. It slows down your heart rate and helps it to beat with less force. This lowers your blood pressure and helps in reducing your risk of having a stroke, a heart attack, other heart problems, or kidney problems in the future. This medicine needs to be taken regularly to be effective, so keep taking it even if you feel well. Do not stop without talking to your doctor. In Treatment of Angina (heart-related chest pain) Starcad-Beta 12.5 Tablet ER relaxes the blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily around your body and makes sure that your heart is getting a good supply of oxygen. This makes it less likely that you will suffer chest pain caused by angina. This medicine can help increase your ability to exercise and go about your daily life more easily by reducing the frequency of angina attacks. You should take it regularly and as long as it is prescribed for it to work effectively. In Treatment of Arrhythmia Starcad-Beta 12.5 Tablet ER is used to stabilize heart rhythms (particularly atrial fibrillation). It helps in normalizing an abnormal heart rhythm, preventing it from occurring in the first place or slowing down the heart rate during an episode. In Prevention of Heart attack Starcad-Beta 12.5 Tablet ER helps lower your blood pressure and make it easier for your heart to pump blood around your body. This reduces the chances of you having a heart attack. It can also reduce the risk of dying if it is given immediately after a heart attack. This medicine needs to be taken regularly to be effective, so keep taking it even if you feel well. Do not stop without talking to your doctor. In Prevention of Migraine Starcad-Beta 12.5 Tablet ER helps change electrical activity in the brain, reduce the flow of blood in your brain or increase activity in a region of the brain associated with migraines. By preventing and reducing the frequency of migraine attacks, the medicine can help you carry out your daily activities and improve your quality of life.

USE OF

Treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure) | Treatment of Angina (heart-related chest pain) | Treatment of Arrhythmia | Prevention of Heart attack | Prevention of Migraine

BENEFITS

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Starcad-Beta 12.5 Tablet ER may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time. Avoid Starcad-Beta 12.5 Tablet ER with high-fat meals such as olive oil, nuts & seeds (Brazil nuts), dark chocolate, butter and meat.

FACTBOX 

Chemical Class::Alcohol & phenols|Habit Forming::No|Therapeutic Class::CARDIAC|Action Class::Beta blocker- Cardioselective

HOW TO USE

Starcad-Beta 12.5 Tablet ER is a long-acting beta blocker that works specifically on the heart. It works by slowing down the heart rate and makes the heart more efficient at pumping blood around the body.

SAFETY ADVICE

– Alcohol : UNSAFE – It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Starcad-Beta 12.5 Tablet ER. – Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Starcad-Beta 12.5 Tablet ER may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor. – Breast feeding : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Starcad-Beta 12.5 Tablet ER is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby. – Driving : UNSAFE – Starcad-Beta 12.5 Tablet ER may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur. – Kidney : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Starcad-Beta 12.5 Tablet ER is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Starcad-Beta 12.5 Tablet ER is recommended. – Liver : CAUTION – Starcad-Beta 12.5 Tablet ER should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Starcad-Beta 12.5 Tablet ER may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

IF MISS

If you miss a dose of Starcad-Beta 12.5 Tablet ER, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

COMMON SIDE EFFECT

Headache | Slow heart rate | Dizziness | Nausea | Breathlessness

ALCOHOL INTERACTION

UNSAFE

PREGNANCY INTERACTION

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

LACTATION INTERACTION

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

KIDNEY INTERACTION

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

LIVER INTERACTION

CAUTION

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FAQ

Q. How long does Starcad-Beta 12.5 Tablet ER take to work?::: The time taken by Starcad-Beta 12.5 Tablet ER to start working varies from person to person. Usually, Starcad-Beta 12.5 Tablet ER starts working within 15 minutes. However, in some patients, it may take up to 2 hours to start working. It starts acting slowly and the maximum or full effect is usually experienced within a span of 1 week. In case you do not feel any difference while taking Starcad-Beta 12.5 Tablet ER, do not panic. The medicine exerts its beneficial effects when taken for a long time.| Q. Is taking Starcad-Beta 12.5 Tablet ER dangerous?::: Starcad-Beta 12.5 Tablet ER is usually safe when taken as per the doctorÕs prescription. This medicine exhibits dangerous effects if the medicine is stopped suddenly. Stopping the medicine suddenly can cause an abrupt increase in the heart rate and affect its activity, which can be dangerous for heart failure patients and can even lead to a heart attack in some patients. So, do not stop the medicine suddenly and take it for the prescribed duration.| Q. Does Starcad-Beta 12.5 Tablet ER help you sleep better?::: Starcad-Beta 12.5 Tablet ER belongs to the beta-blockers class of medicine. Though their effect on sleep varies from person to person, it has been found that these medicines are known to alter the sleep pattern and disturb sleep in few patients. On the other hand, it has also been seen to promote better sleep in patients with increased heart rate and anxiety by calming down the heart and nerves. Do consult your doctor in case you have any sleep disturbances.| Q. What should I do if I forget to take Starcad-Beta 12.5 Tablet ER?::: If you forget to take a dose of Starcad-Beta 12.5 Tablet ER, then take it as soon as you remember it. However, if the time of your next dose is nearby, then skip the missed dose to avoid taking a double dose. | Q. Can I take alcohol after taking Starcad-Beta 12.5 Tablet ER?::: No, you should not consume alcohol after taking Starcad-Beta 12.5 Tablet ER. Alcohol may increase the blood-pressure-lowering effects of this medicine and lead to low blood pressure.

DISCLAIMER

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