Starcad-Beta 50 Tablet ER
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Starcad-Beta 50 Tablet ER belongs to a group of medicines called beta-blockers. It is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension), angina (heart-related chest pain), irregular heart rhythms (arrhythmia). It also helps to prevent future heart attacks and stroke and to prevent migraines.
Starcad-Beta 50 Tablet ER is also used to relieve the symptoms caused by an overactive thyroid gland. It may be prescribed alone or together with other medications. The dose and frequency depend on what you are taking it for and the severity of your condition. It may be taken with or without food, but take it regularly at the same time each day to get the most benefit. It may take several weeks before you get the full benefit of this medicine and you may need to take it for the rest of your life. However, it is important to continue taking it even if you feel well. Most people with high blood pressure do not feel ill and if you stop taking it, your condition may worsen.
The main side effects of this medicine are fatigue, slow heart rate, feeling dizzy, constipation, and feeling of coldness in the extremities. These are usually mild and short-lived. It may also cause shortness of breath or low blood pressure in some people. To reduce the risk of side effects your doctor will probably start the medicine at a low dose and gradually increase it. Consult your doctor if the side effects bother you or do not go away.
Before taking it, let your doctor know if you have any liver problems. It may also not be suitable for people who have a slow heart rate, severe circulation problems, severe heart failure, or low blood pressure. Pregnant or breastfeeding mothers should also consult their doctor before taking it. You must talk to your doctor to find out whether this medicine is suitable for you to use. You should have your blood pressure checked regularly to make sure that this medicine is working properly.
Uses of Starcad-Beta Tablet ER
Benefits of Starcad-Beta Tablet ER
In Treatment of Angina (heart-related chest pain)
Starcad-Beta 50 Tablet ER relaxes the blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily around your body and makes sure that your heart is getting a good supply of oxygen. This makes it less likely that you will suffer chest pain caused by angina. This medicine can help increase your ability to exercise and go about your daily life more easily by reducing the frequency of angina attacks. You should take it regularly and as long as it is prescribed for it to work effectively.
In Treatment of Arrhythmia
Starcad-Beta 50 Tablet ER is used to stabilize heart rhythms (particularly atrial fibrillation). It helps in normalizing an abnormal heart rhythm, preventing it from occurring in the first place, or slowing down the heart rate during an episode.
In Treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure)
Starcad-Beta 50 Tablet ER belongs to a group of medicines called long-acting beta-blocker. It works by blocking the effects of some chemicals on your heart and blood vessels. It slows down your heart rate and helps the heart beat with less force. This lowers your blood pressure and 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 Starcad-Beta Tablet ER
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 Starcad-Beta
- Fatigue
- Constipation
- Slow heart rate
- Diarrhea
- Dizziness
- Cold extremities
How to use Starcad-Beta Tablet ER
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. Starcad-Beta 50 Tablet ER may be taken with or without food.
How Starcad-Beta Tablet ER works
Starcad-Beta 50 Tablet ER works by blocking beta-1 receptors in the heart. This slows down the heart rate, reduces the force of contraction, and lowers the heart’s workload. It helps control high blood pressure, prevents chest pain due to poor blood flow, and maintains a regular heartbeat in people with arrhythmia.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CAUTION
Alcohol should be used with caution while taking Starcad-Beta 50 Tablet ER.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
The safety of Starcad-Beta 50 Tablet ER during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Starcad-Beta 50 Tablet ER may be unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. It should be used only if the expected benefit outweighs the potential risk. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Starcad-Beta 50 Tablet ER 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
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Starcad-Beta 50 Tablet ER is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data suggest dose adjustment may not be needed.
Liver
CAUTION
Starcad-Beta 50 Tablet ER should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
What if you forget to take Starcad-Beta Tablet ER?
If you miss a dose of Starcad-Beta 50 Tablet ER, 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
- It may cause dizziness. If this happens to you, get up slowly when rising from a sitting or lying position.
- It can hide symptoms of low blood sugar if you are diabetic. Monitor your blood sugar levels regularly.
- Do not stop taking Starcad-Beta 50 Tablet ER suddenly as it can cause your blood pressure to rise suddenly, thereby increasing the risk of heart attack and stroke.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Phenoxypropanolamines
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
CARDIAC
Action Class
Beta blocker- Cardioselective
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Starcad-Beta 50 Tablet ER
Once A Day
100%
What are you using Starcad-Beta Tablet ER for?
Hypertension *
67%
Angina (heart*
17%
Arrhythmia
8%
Others
8%
*Hypertension (high blood pressure), Angina (heart-related chest pain)
How much was the improvement?
Excellent
44%
Poor
39%
Average
17%
What were the side-effects while using Starcad-Beta 50 Tablet ER?
No Side Effec*
20%
Nausea
20%
Dizziness
20%
Headache
20%
Constipation
20%
*No Side Effect
How do you take Starcad-Beta Tablet ER?
With food
75%
Empty stomach
25%
Please rate Starcad-Beta 50 Tablet ER on price
Not Expensive
42%
Average
33%
Expensive
25%
FAQs
How long does Starcad-Beta 50 Tablet ER take to work?
The time taken by Starcad-Beta 50 Tablet ER to start working varies from person to person. Usually Starcad-Beta 50 Tablet ER starts working within 15 minutes. However, in some patients it may take up to 2 hours to start working. It starts acting slowly and the maximum or full effect is usually experienced within a span of 1 week. In case you do not feel any difference while taking Starcad-Beta 50 Tablet ER, do not panic. The medicine exerts its beneficial effects when taken for a long time.
Is taking Starcad-Beta 50 Tablet ER dangerous?
Starcad-Beta 50 Tablet ER is usually safe when taken as per the doctor’s prescription. This medicine exhibits dangerous effects if the medicine is stopped suddenly. Stopping the medicine suddenly can cause an abrupt increase in the heart rate and affect its activity, which can be dangerous for heart failure patients and can even lead to a heart attack in some patients. So, do not stop the medicine suddenly and take it for the prescribed duration.
Does Starcad-Beta 50 Tablet ER help you sleep better?
Starcad-Beta 50 Tablet ER belongs to the beta blockers class of medicine. Though their effect on sleep varies from person to person, it has been found that these medicines are known to alter the sleep pattern and disturb sleep in few patients. On the other hand, it has also been seen to promote better sleep in patients with increased heart rate and anxiety by calming down the heart and nerves. Do consult your doctor in case you have any sleep disturbances.
What should I do if I forget to take Starcad-Beta 50 Tablet ER?
If you forget to take a dose of Starcad-Beta 50 Tablet ER, then take it as soon as you remember it. However, if the time of your next dose is nearby, then skip the missed dose to avoid taking a double dose.
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