Cardace H 5 Tablet (Ramipril 5mg / Hydrochlorothiazide 12.5mg)

Description

Cardace H (12.5/5 mg) Tablet is a combination of Hydrochlorothiazide and Ramipril. This medicine is used for the treatment of high blood pressure. It works by relaxing your blood vessels. This helps your heart to pump blood easily and increases water excretion from your body, thus decreases high blood pressure. Therefore, this medicine also reduces the risk of heart attack and stroke.

Cardace H (12.5/5 mg) Tablet has some side effects like cough, nausea, headache, dry mouth, and upset stomach. Due to the action of this medicine, you may experience frequent urination while taking this medicine, and it is not a side effect. Drink plenty of fluids while taking medicine to overcome muscle weakness, dry mouth, and extreme thirst.

Cardace H (12.5/5 mg) Tablet may cause dizziness, therefore avoid driving vehicles or operating machines. Rise slowly from sitting or lying position if you feel dizzy while on Cardace H (12.5/5 mg) Tablet treatment. If any of these side effects do not resolve with time or get worse, seek a doctor’s consultation at the earliest. Avoid taking this medicine if you are allergic to it.

Cardace H (12.5/5 mg) Tablet can be taken in the morning to avoid frequent urination at night. Do not stop taking this medicine suddenly as it can cause your blood pressure to rise, thereby increasing the risk of heart attack and stroke.

Cardace H (12.5/5 mg) Tablet should be used with caution if you have kidney disease, liver disease, or diabetes. Frequent monitoring of your heart, liver, kidney functions and electrolytes levels may be required to use this medicine safely. Let your doctor know if you are taking any other medicines before starting the treatment.

Cardace H (12.5/5 mg) Tablet is not recommended for use in children. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or are breastfeeding before using Cardace H (12.5/5 mg) Tablet.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Cardace H (12.5/5 mg) Tablet
Increased urination
Itching or rash
Abdominal and stomach pain
Dry mouth
Joint pain, stiffness, and swelling
Cramping
Blurred vision
Sweating
Dizziness
Unusual tiredness and weakness
Back pain
Chest tightness
Increased heartbeat
Cough
Diarrhoea
Vomiting
Decreased blood pressure

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Uses of Cardace H (12.5/5 mg) Tablet

What is it prescribed for?
Hypertension
Hypertension or high blood pressure is a condition in which the force exerted by the blood on the blood vessel walls is high. Cardace H (12.5/5 mg) Tablet is used to reduce blood pressure.

When not to use?

Allergy
Avoid taking Cardace H (12.5/5 mg) Tablet if you are previously allergic to it. Seek medical attention if you see symptoms such as skin rash, swelling ( of face, lips, tongue, etc.), breathing difficulty, etc.
Anuria
Taking Cardace H (12.5/5 mg) Tablet in case of anuria (a condition where the kidney is unable to produce urine) is not recommended as it may cause kidney damage.
Renal artery stenosis
Renal artery stenosis is a condition in which the blood vessels that carry blood to your kidneys become narrow and restrict blood flow. Cardace H (12.5/5 mg) Tablet is not recommended if you have renal artery stenosis as it reduces the filtration capacity of your kidneys.
Aliskiren
Combined use of Cardace H (12.5/5 mg) Tablet together with Aliskiren is not recommended if you have diabetes and/or kidney impairment. Combined use of these medicines may increase the risk of side effects.
Angioedema
Use of Cardace H (12.5/5 mg) Tablet is not recommended if you have a history of angioedema (swelling in the lower layer of your skin). In such cases, you may be at an increased risk of angioedema while receiving the treatment. Consult your doctor if you have any concer