Hefcard 200 Tablet

Short Description

Hefcard 200 Tablet is a combination of two medicines used to treat heart failure, reducing the risk of hospitalization and death in patients with chronic heart failure.

Dosage Form

Tablet

Introduction

Hefcard 200 Tablet is a combination of two medicines used to treat heart failure. It reduces the risk of hospitalization and death in patients with long-lasting (chronic) heart failure. It is generally given along with other heart failure medications.

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. Hefcard 200 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Hefcard 200 Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Sacubitril and Valsartan which belong to a class of angiotensin receptor neprilysin inhibitor (ARNI). This combination treats heart failure by relaxing the blood vessels and making it easier for your heart to pump blood throughout your body. In addition, it also helps your body retain less water.

You have been prescribed Hefcard 200 Tablet for the treatment of of long-lasting (chronic) heart failure. You should continue to stay active (light walking, stretching) and eat a healthy, low sodium diet along with taking this medication. To reduce the chances of feeling dizzy, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down. It may cause the level of potassium in your blood to go up. Avoid taking potassium supplements and potassium-rich foods such as banana and broccoli. Inform your doctor if you have a history of liver or kidney diseases.