Uniaz 8mg Tablet is a calcium channel blocker used to treat high blood pressure. It relaxes and widens blood vessels, allowing blood to flow more easily and reducing strain on the heart. Controlling blood pressure helps protect the heart, brain, and kidneys from damage caused by long-term hypertension.
Uniaz 8mg Tablet may be prescribed alone or along with other medicines. You can take it at any time of the day, with or without food, but it is best to take it at the same time each day. Continue taking it for as long as your doctor advises. Do not stop taking it suddenly, even if you feel well, as high blood pressure often has no symptoms, and stopping treatment may make your condition worse.
Regular exercise, maintaining a healthy weight, and eating a balanced diet can further help manage your blood pressure. Follow your doctor’s advice carefully while taking this medicine. Studies suggest that Uniaz 8mg Tablet may also provide protective benefits for the heart.
The most common side effects include itching, drowsiness, constipation, abdominal pains, diarrhea, and frequent urination. Consult your doctor if any of these bother you or worsen. They may be able to suggest ways to reduce the side effects.
Earlier taking it, let your doctor know if you have any liver, heart, 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. You should have your blood pressure checked regularly to make sure that this medicine is working properly.
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. Uniaz 8mg Tablet may be taken with or without food.
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 youβre worried about them
Ordinary side effects of Uniaz
Swelling
Numbness
Drowsiness
Abdominal pain
Diarrhea
Frequent urge to urinate
Decreased potassium level in blood
Itching
Warning & Precautions:
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Uniaz 8mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
The safety of Uniaz 8mg Tablet 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
CAUTION
Uniaz 8mg Tablet should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from the body.
Driving
CAUTION
Uniaz 8mg Tablet may cause dizziness or weakness due to changes in blood pressure. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Uniaz 8mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
Liver
CAUTION
Uniaz 8mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
FAQs:
What is the use of Uniaz 8mg Tablet?
Uniaz 8mg Tablet is a medicine used to treat high blood pressure. It belongs to a group of medicines that block the calcium channels in the blood vessel. It works by relaxing the blood vessels in patients with high blood pressure. This widens the diameter of the blood vessels which helps the blood to pass through them more easily.
Is Uniaz 8mg Tablet bad for the kidneys?
No, there is no evidence that Uniaz 8mg Tablet causes deterioration of kidney problems. Uniaz 8mg Tablet can be used in normal doses in patients with kidney problems. In fact, it helps to prevent injury to the kidneys due to hypertension by lowering the blood pressure.
Should I take Uniaz 8mg Tablet in the morning or at night?
Uniaz 8mg Tablet can be taken anytime in the morning or evening, usually prescribed once daily. You should take this medicine as advised by the doctor. It is advised to take it at the same time each day so that you remember to take it and consistent levels of medicine are maintained in the body.
How long do I need to take Uniaz 8mg Tablet?
You should keep on taking Uniaz 8mg Tablet for as long as your doctor has recommended you to take it. You may need to take it lifelong. Do not stop taking it, even if you feel well or your blood pressure is well controlled. If you stop taking Uniaz 8mg Tablet, your blood pressure may increase again and your condition may worsen.
Is Uniaz 8mg Tablet a beta-blocker?
No, Uniaz 8mg Tablet is not a beta blocker. It belongs to a class of medicines known as calcium channel blockers. It lowers blood pressure by relaxing the blood vessels so that blood can easily flow through the blood vessels.
What are the serious side effects of Uniaz 8mg Tablet?
Uniaz 8mg Tablet may cause some serious side effects such as liver problems (yellowing of skin, nausea, vomiting and loss of appetite), pancreatitis (severe stomach pain, nausea and vomiting), and recurrent chest pain which may be indicative of a heart attack. However, these side effects are rarely seen. Remember that your doctor has prescribed this medicine because the benefit to you is greater than the risk of any potential side effects. Hence, follow your doctor's advice while on treatment.
What should I avoid while taking Uniaz 8mg Tablet?
Earlier starting any new prescription or non-prescription medicines or supplements, consult your doctor first Avoid eating grapefruit (chakotra) or drinking grapefruit juice while taking Uniaz 8mg Tablet. Take a low sodium and low fat diet, and adhere to the lifestyle changes as advised by your doctor.
I have developed ankle edema and swelling over my feet after using Uniaz 8mg Tablet. What should I do?
Uniaz 8mg Tablet can cause ankle or foot swelling. Raise your legs while you are sitting down. Communicate to your doctor if it does not go away.
Written by:
Dr. T. Sharmila Krishna
M.B.B.S., MD (Biochemistry)
Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H
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