Overview
Cardace MEto 5 Tablet is used for High blood pressure, Cardiac arrhythmias, Elevated blood pressure, Heart failure, Hypertension, Supraventricular arrhythmia, Angina pectoris, Hyperthyroidism, Myocardial infarction, Migraine attacks and other conditions. Cardace MEto 5 Tablet may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Cardace MEto 5 Tablet contains Metoprolol and Ramipril as active ingredients.
Cardace MEto 5 Tablet works by relaxing blood vessels thus decreasing blood pressure and by reducing infarct size; relaxing the blood vessels which make it easier for the heart to pump blood;
Detailed information related to Cardace MEto 5 Tablet’s uses, composition, dosage, side effects and reviews is listed below.
Uses
Cardace MEto 5 Tablet is used for the treatment, control, prevention, & improvement of the following diseases, conditions and symptoms:
High blood pressure
Cardiac arrhythmias
Elevated blood pressure
Heart failure
Hypertension
Supraventricular arrhythmia
Angina pectoris
Hyperthyroidism
Myocardial infarction
Migraine attacks
Side-effects
The following is a list of possible side-effects that may occur from all constituting ingredients of Cardace MEto 5 Tablet. This is not a comprehensive list. These side-effects are possible, but do not always occur. Some of the side-effects may be rare but serious. Consult your doctor if you observe any of the following side-effects, especially if they do not go away.
Headache
Cold hands and feet
Nightmares
Slow heart rate
Hypotension
Arterial insufficiency
Chest pain
Congestive heart failure
Dizziness
Fatigue
Depression
Confusion
Insomnia
Short term memory loss
Severe itching of the skin
Rash
Increased redness, itchiness, scaly patches on skin
Reversible partial or complete absence of hair from areas of the body
Sexual dysfunction
Impotence
Peyronie’s disease
Blurred vision
Dry eyes
Shrinkage of the conjunctiva
Bronchospasm
Shortness of breath
Nausea
Stomach pain
Diarrhoea
Constipation
Difficulty in sleeping
Decrease in blood pressure
Fainting
Insufficient blood supply to the muscles of the heart
Indigestion
Inflammation of air passages
Breathlessness
Abnormal blood counts
Vomiting
Disturbances in digestion
Non-productive cough
Muscle pain
Rashes
Inflammation of the air-cavities around nose
Urge to vomit
Abdominal discomfort
Loose motions
Inflammation of the gastrointestinal tract
Pain in chest
Blood potassium
Unusual tiredness
Excessive fall in blood pressure with change of position
Squeezing
Involuntary contraction of a muscle or group of muscles
Muscle cramps
Renal impairment
Angioedema
Chronic cough
Hyperkalemia
Abdominal pain
Cardace MEto 5 Tablet may also cause side-effects not listed here.
If you notice other side-effects not listed above, contact your doctor for medical advice. You may also report side-effects to your local food and drug administration authority.
Precautions
Before using Cardace MEto 5 Tablet, inform your doctor about your current list of medications, over the counter products (e.g. vitamins, herbal supplements, etc.), allergies, pre-existing diseases, and current health conditions (e.g. pregnancy, upcoming surgery, etc.). Some health conditions may make you more susceptible to the side-effects of the drug. Take as directed by your doctor or follow the direction printed on the product insert. Dosage is based on your condition. Tell your doctor if your condition persists or worsens. Important counseling points are listed below.
Do not take this medication if you are allergic to it
Foods with high potassium content
Hyperparathyroidism
Patients with impaired hepatic function
Interactions with Cardace MEto 5 Tablet
If you use other drugs or over the counter products at the same time, the effects of Cardace MEto 5 Tablet may change. This may increase your risk for side-effects or cause your drug not to work properly. Tell your doctor about all the drugs, vitamins, and herbal supplements you are using, so that you doctor can help you prevent or manage drug interactions. Cardace MEto 5 Tablet may interact with the following drugs and products:
Alcohol
Amiodarone
Atazanavir
Cimetidine
Ciprofloxacin
Digitalis glycosides
Diltiazem
Enoxacin
Ergotamine
Fluvoxamine
When not to use Cardace MEto 5 Tablet
Hypersensitivity to Cardace MEto 5 Tablet is a contraindication. In addition, Cardace MEto 5 Tablet should not be used if you have the following conditions:
Abnormally low or unstable blood pressure
Aliskiren
Bilateral renal artery stenosis
Breastfeeding
Cardiogenic shock
Concurrent of K sparing diuretics
Dialysis
Heart block
Hypersensitivity
Outflow tract obstruction
Composition and Active Ingredients
Cardace MEto 5 Tablet is composed of the following active ingredients (salts)
Metoprolol – 50 MG
Ramipril – 5 MG
