Besicor-C 5 Tablet
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Introduction of Besicor-C Tablet
Besicor-C 5 Tablet is a combination medicine used in the treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure). It works by relaxing the blood vessels and making the heart more efficient at pumping blood throughout the body.
Besicor-C 5 Tablet is a combination of two antihypertensive medicines
Besicor-C 5 Tablet is a combination of two antihypertensive medicines
Uses of Besicor-C Tablet
Benefits of Besicor-C Tablet
In Hypertension (high blood pressure)
Besicor-C 5 Tablet relaxes the blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily around your body. This lowers your blood pressure and reduces your risk of having a stroke, a heart attack, or kidney problems in the future. You do not usually feel any direct benefit from taking this medicine, but it works in the long term to keep you well. You should take it regularly as prescribed for this medicine to be most effective, even if you feel better.
Side effects of Besicor-C Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Besicor-C
- Sleepiness
- Headache
- Ankle swelling
- Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk)
- Slow heart rate
- Tiredness
- Palpitations
- Nausea
- Edema (swelling)
- Constipation
- Cold extremities
How to use Besicor-C Tablet
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. Besicor-C 5 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
Besicor-C 5 Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Besicor-C 5 Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Besicor-C 5 Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Besicor-C 5 Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Besicor-C 5 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Besicor-C 5 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Regular blood pressure monitoring is advisable for dose adjustment.
Regular blood pressure monitoring is advisable for dose adjustment.
Liver
CAUTION
Besicor-C 5 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Besicor-C 5 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Besicor-C 5 Tablet is started at a lower dose in these patients and further increased slowly with careful monitoring.
Besicor-C 5 Tablet is started at a lower dose in these patients and further increased slowly with careful monitoring.
What if you forget to take Besicor-C Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Besicor-C 5 Tablet, 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.
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Quick tips
Besicor-C Tablet
- You have been prescribed Besicor-C 5 Tablet for the treatment of high blood pressure.
- Lowering blood pressure reduces chance of future heart attack & strokes.
- It may cause dizziness. Get up slowly when rising from a sitting or lying position.
- Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor as it can cause sudden increase in your blood pressure.
- Let your doctor know if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy.
Fact Box
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
CARDIAC
Patient concerns
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Besicor-C 5 Tablet
Once A Day
89%
Twice A Day
11%
What are you using Besicor-C Tablet for?
High blood pr*
67%
Others
33%
*High blood pressure
How much was the improvement?
Excellent
67%
Average
33%
What were the side-effects while using Besicor-C 5 Tablet?
Fatigue
50%
Constipation
50%
How do you take Besicor-C Tablet?
With food
100%
Please rate Besicor-C 5 Tablet on price
Not Expensive
67%
Average
33%
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