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Vericiguat
INFORMATION ABOUT VERICIGUAT
Vericiguat Uses
Vericiguat is used to prevent Heart Failure.
How Vericiguat works
Vericiguat turns on a protein (soluble guanylate cyclase) in the body. This relaxes the blood vessels and allows more blood to flow through. As a result, the heart is able to pump better and doesn't have to work as hard.
Common side effects of Vericiguat
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
Hypotension (low blood pressure), Anemia (low number of red blood cells)
CONTENT DETAILS
Written By
Dr. Anuj Saini
MMST, MBBS
Reviewed By
Dr. Rajeev Sharma
MBA, MBBS
Last updated
19 May 2023 | 03:32 PM (UTC)
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Expert advice for Vericiguat
  • Monitor your blood pressure regularly since this medicine may cause low blood pressure.
  • Inform your doctor if you are anemic since Vericiguat can cause a decrease in the hemoglobin level.
  • If you feel dizzy while taking this medicine, do not drive a vehicle, or operate any machinery. 
  • Use contraceptives, and do not conceive a child (get pregnant) while taking Vericiguat. Barrier methods of contraception, such as condoms should be used during treatment and for 1 month after you stop treatment with Vericiguat.
Frequently asked questions for Vericiguat
This treatment may harm a baby developing in the womb. It is important not to conceive or father a child while you are on treatment with Vericiguat and for at least 1 month after its last dose. Talk to your doctor about effective contraception before starting the treatment.
Yes, this medicine may cause a drop in blood pressure. It most commonly occurs while taking the first dose of this medicine. Hence, you should be cautious while driving, operating any machinery, or doing any important work during the initial days of the treatment. Consult your doctor before you start taking this medication.
Vericiguat works by widening the pulmonary arteries (the blood vessels that connect the heart to the lungs), making it easier for the heart to pump blood through the lungs.
Symptoms of heart failure may include a fast heartbeat; shortness of breath; dizziness; feeling tired; weak; ongoing coughing or wheezing; feeling dizzy, weak, or tired; or swelling of the feet or legs.
Yes, following a healthy diet and simple exercise or walking can help alleviate heart failure symptoms and improve everyday life.
A heart-healthy diet is rich in fruits and vegetables, whole grains, low-fat dairy products, skinless poultry, fish, nuts, and legumes. This diet limits saturated fat, trans fat, cholesterol, sodium, red meat, sweets, and sugar-sweetened beverages.