Cardace Protect 2.5/10mg Tablet 10s

High blood pressure with high cholesterol

In High blood pressure with high cholesterol Cardace Protect 2.5 Tablet relaxes the blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily around your body. It also effectively reduces the high cholesterol levels in your body. Lowering the amount of cholesterol reduces the chances of heart diseases and managing the blood pressure reduces the risk of having a stroke, heart attack or kidney problems in future. This helps you remain healthier for longer. You do not usually feel any direct benefit from taking this medicine, but it works in the long term to keep you well. Take it regularly and make appropriate lifestyle changes (such as eating healthy and staying active) to maximize the effectiveness of this medicine. Keep taking it even if you feel well.

The majority of side effects typically do not necessitate medical intervention. and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Doctor consultation is advised if they persist or if you're worried about them. ['Taste change, Stomach pain, Headache, Dizziness, Weakness, Cough, Muscle pain, Increased potassium level in blood, Increased glucose level in blood, Decreased blood pressure, Increased liver enzymes']

Follow your doctor's guidance regarding the dose and duration of this medication. Ingest it without breaking or crushing. Do not chew, crush or break it. Cardace Protect 2.5 Tablet can be taken it with or without food, although it's advisable to take it consistently at the same time.

Cardace Protect 2.5 Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Ramipril and atorvastatin which treat high blood pressure associated with high cholesterol levels. Ramipril is an ACE inhibitor which works by reducing stress on the heart and relaxing blood vessels so that blood flows more smoothly and the heart can pump blood more efficiently. Atorvastatin is a cholesterol-lowering medicine which works by blocking an enzyme (HMG-Co A-reductase) that is required to make cholesterol. It thus lowers "bad" cholesterol (LDL), triglycerides and raises "good" cholesterol (HDL).

Alcohol

Unsafe: Avoid consuming alcohol with Cardace Protect 2.5 Tablet as it is deemed unsafe.

Pregnancy

Not Safe: Cardace Protect 2.5 Tablet is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.

Breast feeding

Safe when prescribed by an expert: Cardace Protect 2.5 Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Driving

Not Safe: Cardace Protect 2.5 Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

Caution Advised: Cardace Protect 2.5 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Cardace Protect 2.5 Tablet may be needed. Doctor consultation is advised. Regular monitoring of blood pressure is recommended for dose adjustment.

Liver

Caution Advised: Cardace Protect 2.5 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Cardace Protect 2.5 Tablet may be needed. Doctor consultation is advised. Use of Cardace Protect 2.5 Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease and active liver disease.

If a dose of Cardace Protect 2.5 Tablet is missed, take it promptly. However, if your next dose is approaching, skip the missed dose and resume your regular schedule. Avoid doubling the dose.

Store in a cool and dry place, and keep the temperature below 30�C

Cardace Protect 2.5 Tablet treats high blood pressure that is also associated with high cholesterol levels. It also reduces the risk of heart attack and stroke. It should be taken in addition to regular exercise and low-fat diet. Notify your doctor if you experience muscle symptoms (pain or weakness), particularly if you have fever, a sick feeling or dark urine. Inform you doctor about any dizziness, cough, or throat irritation that doesn't go away. Do not take Cardace Protect 2.5 Tablet if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy.

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