Macsart H Tablet

Uses:

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. Macsart H Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Directions For Use:

• It can be taken with or without food.
• Macsart H Tablet may cause dehydration. Drink plenty of fluids and inform your doctor if you develop extreme thirst, very dry mouth or muscle weakness.
• It may cause dizziness. Get up slowly when rising from a sitting or lying position. 

Side Effects:

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 Macsart H

• Fatigue
• Dizziness
• Nausea
• Diarrhea
• Sinus inflammation
• Flu-like symptoms
• Upper respiratory tract infection

Warning & Precautions:

• You have liver or kidney problems.
• You are suffering from renal artery stenosis (a condition of narrowing of the blood vessels of either of the kidneys).
• You experience sudden blood or fluid losses within your body (Hypovolemia) that may cause headaches, fatigue, nausea, dizziness.
• You are suffering from Primary aldosteronism (a condition of excess production of the hormone aldosterone from the adrenal glands.
• You may experience sugar intolerance, your blood glucose level may drop.
• You may experience electrolyte imbalance with the symptoms of dryness of mouth, thirst, drowsiness, muscle pain, nausea, vomiting, etc.
• You have galactose intolerance (small intestine's inability to transport and absorb glucose and galactose).
• You are black (as this medicine is found less effective in lowering blood pressure in black patients than in non-blacks).
• You have any kind of heart condition like ischaemic cardiopathy (when your heart muscle is weakened as a result of heart disease).
• You are suffering from glaucoma (increased pressure inside the yes).
• You may develop Non-melanoma skin cancer (types of cancer that occur in the skin that are not melanoma).

FAQs:

Q. What should I avoid while taking Macsart H Tablet?
You should avoid potassium supplements or salt substitutes, unless advised by your doctor. Also, avoid alcohol consumption as doing so can further lower your blood pressure and may cause some side effects. In addition to that, avoid getting dehydrated, drink enough fluids during exercise and in hot weather. The medicine may make you dizzy so avoid driving, using machinery or doing anything that needs concentration unless you know how this medicine affects you. If you feel dizzy, lie down so you do not faint. Then sit for a few moments before standing to prevent feeling dizzy again.

Q. What happens if I take too much of Macsart H Tablet?
If you accidentally take too much of Macsart H Tablet, you may experience symptoms such as low blood pressure, dizziness, lightheadedness, weakness, vomiting and rapid heartbeat. However, in some cases slow heartbeat, reduced kidney function including kidney failure (e.g., reduced urine output) have also been reported. If you experience any such symptoms, contact your doctor immediately and seek medical help.

Q. Can I come off Macsart H Tablet when my blood pressure is under control or normal?
Remember, Macsart H Tablet does not cure your hypertension (high blood pressure) but helps normalize it. You should continue taking this medicine even if your blood pressure is controlled. If you stop taking Macsart H Tablet, your blood pressure could rise back up again. Generally, blood pressure-lowering medicines are to be taken for the rest of your life. It is important to know that by keeping your blood pressure controlled you are reducing your risk of having a heart attack or a stroke.

Q. What happens if I forget to take Macsart H Tablet?
If you forget to take a dose, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is close to the time of your next dose, skip the missed one and take the next scheduled dose. Do not take a double dose to make up for the one you missed. If you often forget doses, it may help to set an alarm to remind you. If not sure, consult your doctor for other ways to help you remember.