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
Hypotension (low blood pressure), Anemia (low number of red blood cells)
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.