Betaone R 25mg/2.5mg Capsule
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Betaone R 25mg/2.5mg Capsule is a medicine used for treating high blood pressure. By lowering the blood pressure, it helps in preventing future heart attack and stroke. Early treatment with this medicine also improves chances of survival in patients of heart attack.
It is advised to take Betaone R 25mg/2.5mg Capsule with food at a fixed time each day to maintain consistent levels of medicine in the blood. Keep taking it for as long as advised by your doctor. Even if you feel well, do not stop this medicine on your own because high blood pressure often has no symptoms. If you stop taking it, your condition may get worse. Keeping active with regular exercise, reducing your weight and eating a healthy diet will also help control your blood pressure. Follow your doctor’s advice while taking this medicine.
Some common side effects of this medicine include nausea, dry cough, headache, weakness, decreased blood pressure, and increased potassium level in blood. It is advised to avoid potassium rich food and supplements while taking this medicine. It may cause dizziness, avoid driving or rise slowly from the sitting position. You may be asked for regular monitoring of blood pressure, blood sugar level, kidney functioning, urea, or electrolytes level during the treatment.
Before taking it, let your doctor know if you have any liver or kidney problems. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor for advice before taking this medicine. You also need to tell your doctor what other medicines you are taking especially those used to treat high blood pressure or heart conditions.
Uses of Betaone R Capsule
Benefits of Betaone R Capsule
In Hypertension (high blood pressure)
Betaone R 25mg/2.5mg Capsule relaxes the blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily around your body. It also blocks the effects of some chemicals on your heart and blood vessels. This slows down your heart rate and helps the heart beat with less force. As a result, your blood pressure is lowered and this 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.
Side effects of Betaone R Capsule
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 Betaone R
- Nausea
- Taste change
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Constipation
- Cough
- Dizziness
- Weakness
- Headache
- Cold extremities
- Slow heart rate
- Numbness of extremity
- Increased potassium level in blood
- Decreased blood pressure
How to use Betaone R Capsule
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Betaone R 25mg/2.5mg Capsule should be taken with or after food.
How Betaone R Capsule works
Betaone R 25mg/2.5mg Capsule is a combination of two medicines: Metoprolol and ramipril which lower blood pressure effectively. Metoprolol is a beta blocker which works by slowing down the heart rate and makes the heart more efficient at pumping blood around the body. Ramipril is an ACE inhibitor which reduces stress on the heart and relaxes blood vessel so that blood flows more smoothly.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Betaone R 25mg/2.5mg Capsule. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
UNSAFE
Betaone R 25mg/2.5mg Capsule is highly unsafe during pregnancy. It can cause serious harm to the unborn baby, including birth defects and pregnancy loss. Do not use this medicine if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant.
Breast feeding
UNSAFE
Betaone R 25mg/2.5mg Capsule is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Betaone R 25mg/2.5mg Capsule alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react. Please consult your doctor.
Kidney
CAUTION
Betaone R 25mg/2.5mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
Liver
CAUTION
Betaone R 25mg/2.5mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
Inform your doctor if you develop any signs and symptoms of jaundice while taking this medicine.
Inform your doctor if you develop any signs and symptoms of jaundice while taking this medicine.
What if you forget to take Betaone R Capsule?
If you miss a dose of Betaone R 25mg/2.5mg Capsule, 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.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- You have been prescribed Betaone R 25mg/2.5mg Capsule for the treatment of high blood pressure.
- Betaone R 25mg/2.5mg Capsule may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Don't drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
- To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
- It may cause the level of potassium in blood to go up. Avoid taking potassium supplements and potassium-rich foods such as banana and broccoli.
- Do not take it during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Tell your doctor if you become pregnant while taking this medication.
- Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor as it can cause a sudden increase in your blood pressure.
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FAQs
What is Betaone R 25mg/2.5mg Capsule used for?
Betaone R 25mg/2.5mg Capsule is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) in adults. It helps lower blood pressure and reduce the risk of heart-related problems such as stroke and heart attack.
Who should not take Betaone R 25mg/2.5mg Capsule?
Betaone R 25mg/2.5mg Capsule should not be taken by people allergic to metoprolol, ramipril, or any other ingredients present in it, or to beta-blocker or ACE inhibitor medicines. It must not be used in patients with a history of angioedema, severe asthma, very low blood pressure, certain heart rhythm problems, cardiogenic shock, or untreated pheochromocytoma.
Can Betaone R 25mg/2.5mg Capsule cause serious allergic reactions?
Yes. Betaone R 25mg/2.5mg Capsule can sometimes cause angioedema, which is swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat. This can be life-threatening and requires immediate medical help.
Can Betaone R 25mg/2.5mg Capsule affect breathing?
Betaone R 25mg/2.5mg Capsule may cause breathing problems in people with asthma or chronic obstructive lung disease. It should not be used in patients with severe lung conditions.
What are the serious side effects of Betaone R 25mg/2.5mg Capsule?
Serious side effects of Betaone R 25mg/2.5mg Capsule may include severe dizziness or fainting from low blood pressure, swelling of the face or throat, chest pain, irregular heartbeat, severe diarrhea, signs of kidney problems, or yellowing of the skin and eyes. If you notice these, seek urgent medical attention.
Can Betaone R 25mg/2.5mg Capsule affect my kidneys or liver?
Yes. Betaone R 25mg/2.5mg Capsule can affect kidney function, especially in patients with narrowed kidney blood vessels or pre-existing kidney disease. It can also worsen symptoms in patients with severe liver disease. Your doctor will monitor your kidney and liver function during treatment.
Can Betaone R 25mg/2.5mg Capsule cause blood sugar or electrolyte problems?
Yes. Betaone R 25mg/2.5mg Capsule can mask signs of low blood sugar in diabetic patients. Betaone R 25mg/2.5mg Capsule may also increase potassium levels, which can be dangerous if not monitored. Your doctor will check your blood sugar, potassium, and sodium levels regularly.
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- Ramipril. New York, New York: Pfizer, Inc.; 1991 [revised Sep. 2013]. [Accessed 11 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
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