Sazocard 3.125mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Hauz Pharma Pvt Ltd
Salt Composition
Carvedilol (3.125mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Sazocard 3.125mg Tablet is a medicine used to treat high blood pressure, heart-related chest pain (angina), and heart failure.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Sazocard 3.125mg Tablet should be taken with food. You should take it in the dose and duration as advised by the doctor. It is important to take it even if you feel well or if your blood pressure is controlled. Do not stop this medicine without talking to the doctor as your condition could get worse. Making some changes in your lifestyle will help in improving your condition. These may include regular exercise, losing weight, smoking cessation, reducing alcohol intake, and reducing the amount of salt in your diet as advised by your doctor. This medicine is tolerated well by most patients but it may have a few side effects. These include dizziness, headache, breathlessness, and tiredness. Let your doctor know if these side effects bother you or do not go away. Before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have any heart or kidney diseases. Pregnant or breastfeeding mothers should also consult their doctor before taking this medicine.
Directions for Use
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. Sazocard 3.125mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
How it works
Sazocard 3.125mg Tablet is an alpha and beta blocker. It works by slowing down the heart rate and relaxing blood vessels which makes the heart more efficient at pumping blood around the body.
Quick Tips
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. It should be taken with food. Check your blood pressure 1 week after starting Sazocard 3.125mg Tablet and inform your doctor if it has not improved. It may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you. It is best to avoid drinking alcohol while taking Sazocard 3.125mg Tablet as it may make the side effects worse. Do not stop taking Sazocard 3.125mg Tablet suddenly as it can cause your blood pressure to rise suddenly thereby increasing the risk of heart attack and stroke.
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Frequently asked questions
What happens if I stop taking Sazocard 3.125mg Tablet?
It is essential to take Sazocard 3.125mg Tablet as directed by your doctor. Suddenly stopping the medication may lead to chest pain or heart attack. Your doctor may gradually reduce your dose over a period of time before stopping it completely, if necessary.
Does Sazocard 3.125mg Tablet make me tired?
Yes, Sazocard 3.125mg Tablet may cause fatigue and dizziness, especially when you first start taking it or when your dose is increased. If you experience these symptoms, it is recommended that you do not drive or operate machinery.
Can Sazocard 3.125mg Tablet cause weight gain?
Weight gain is a common side effect of Sazocard 3.125mg Tablet, although it may not occur in everyone. If you are taking Sazocard 3.125mg Tablet for heart failure, inform your doctor if you experience weight gain or have trouble breathing, as this may be a sign of fluid retention.
Can Sazocard 3.125mg Tablet cause kidney failure?
The use of Sazocard 3.125mg Tablet in patients with heart failure can rarely lead to a deterioration of kidney function. However, Sazocard 3.125mg Tablet may cause a risk of kidney failure in patients with low blood pressure, patients with hardening of the arteries and/or heart disease, or those with impaired kidney function. Such patients should be closely monitored during treatment with Sazocard 3.125mg Tablet. Although, kidney functions typically return to normal when Sazocard 3.125mg Tablet is stopped.
Can a diabetic patient take Sazocard 3.125mg Tablet?
Yes, a diabetic patient can take Sazocard 3.125mg Tablet, provided that their blood glucose levels are regularly monitored. It has been noted that in well-controlled diabetes mellitus with mild to moderate hypertension, Sazocard 3.125mg Tablet did not have any effect on blood glucose levels. However, it is essential to know that using Sazocard 3.125mg Tablet may hide the symptoms of hypoglycemia, especially an increase in heartbeat or palpitations. Additionally, Sazocard 3.125mg Tablet may cause worsening of hyperglycemia in patients with heart failure and diabetes. Therefore, it is recommended that blood glucose levels be monitored while initiating, adjusting, or discontinuing the dose of Sazocard 3.125mg Tablet. Inform your doctor if you experience any changes in blood glucose levels during Sazocard 3.125mg Tablet therapy.
Can I take Sazocard 3.125mg Tablet on an empty stomach?
It is recommended to take Sazocard 3.125mg Tablet with food, as food decreases the rate at which the medicine is absorbed by the body. This will help reduce the chances of orthostatic hypotension (low blood pressure which may cause dizziness or fainting when you stand up).
What are the serious side effects of Sazocard 3.125mg Tablet?
Sazocard 3.125mg Tablet may cause serious side effects such as fainting, shortness of breath, weight gain, swelling of the arms, hands, feet, ankles, or lower legs. Some may also experience chest pain, slow or irregular heartbeat, rash, hives, itching, and difficulty in breathing and swallowing. If you experience any of these symptoms, contact your doctor immediately.
What if I take more than the recommended dose of Sazocard 3.125mg Tablet?
If you take more than the recommended dose of Sazocard 3.125mg Tablet, you may experience slow heartbeat, dizziness, fainting, difficulty breathing, vomiting, and loss of consciousness or seizures. Contact your doctor and seek immediate medical help in a nearby hospital.
Who should not take Sazocard 3.125mg Tablet?
Sazocard 3.125mg Tablet should be avoided if the patient has severe heart failure and is hospitalized in the intensive care unit or requires certain intravenous medications that help support circulation (inotropic medications). Additionally, Sazocard 3.125mg Tablet should be avoided in patients who are prone to asthma or other breathing problems, have a slow heartbeat or irregular heartbeat, have liver problems, and are allergic to Sazocard 3.125mg Tablet.
