- Manufacturer : Lupin Ltd.
- Composition : Metoprolol 50mg, Hydrochlorothiazide 12.5mg
- Generally Prescribed For : Hypertension, Heart Attacks, Kidney Problems, Chest Pain, Improve Survival after a Heart Attack
- Estimated Price : ₹80.50 For 10 Tablets Strip
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Uses of Starpress-H 50 XL Tablet
Starpress-H 50 XL Tablet is used for the treatment or prevention of the following disease(s):
Hypertension, Heart Attacks, Kidney Problems, Chest Pain, Improve Survival after a Heart Attack
Side effects of Starpress-H 50 XL Tablet
The most common side effects of Starpress-H 50 XL Tablet are – Fatigue, Dizziness, Depression, Nightmares, Short-Term Memory Loss, Hypotension, Headache, Insomnia, Mental Confusion, Bradycardia, Edema, Palpitations, Diarrhea, Constipation, Heartburn, Nausea, Dry Mouth, Flatulence, Gastric Pain
These side effects can usually occur in patients. However, these are only indicative and not all patients will experience them.
Precautions while using Starpress-H 50 XL Tablet
Do not use Starpress-H 50 XL Tablet if you are allergic to – Metoprolol, Hydrochlorothiazide
If you have heart disease, liver or kidney disease, drug or alcohol addiction, consult your doctor before using Starpress-H 50 XL Tablet.
If you are allergic to any medicine or food, consult your doctor before using this medicine.
Use this medicine under the supervision of your doctor.
To avoid an adverse reaction, consult your doctor if you are already taking other medicines.
How Starpress-H 50 XL Tablet works
Starpress-H 50 XL Tablet contains – Metoprolol, Hydrochlorothiazide
Metoprolol is a selective beta blocker that selectively blocks beta receptors, decreases cardiac output, peripheral resistance and cardiac oxygen consumption, and depresses renin secretion.
Hydrochlorothiazide increases sodium and water excretion by inhibiting sodium and chloride reabsorption in distal segment of the nephron.
Dosage of Starpress-H 50 XL Tablet
The dosage of Starpress-H 50 XL Tablet depends on many factors such as the patient age, health, medical condition or history of the patient and many other conditions.
Please use this medicine as prescribed by your doctor.
Overdose of Starpress-H 50 XL Tablet
If you forget to take a dose of Starpress-H 50 XL Tablet, do not take two doses at the same time, there is a risk of overdose.
If you notice any unusual reaction in your body after taking this medicine, contact your doctor immediately or call your local medical emergency number.
Precautions & Warnings
Alcohol
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Pregnancy
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Breastfeeding
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Driving
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Kidney
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Liver
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Alternate Brands
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
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Interaction
Drug :- Amiodarone: May increase bradycardic effects. Monitor therapy.
Barbiturates: May reduce metoprolol effect. Monitor therapy.
Calcium channel blockers: May increase hypotensive effects. Monitor therapy.
Cardiac glycosides: May cause excessive bradycardia and increased depressant effect on myocardium. Use together cautiously.
Catecholamine-depleting drugs (MAO inhibitors, reserpine): May have additive effect. Monitor patient for hypotension and bradycardia.
Fluoxetine, paroxetine, propafenone, quinidine: May increase metoprolol level. Monitor vital signs.
Hydralazine: May increase levels and effects of both drugs. Monitor patient closely. May need to adjust dosage.
I.V. lidocaine: May reduce hepatic metabolism of lidocaine, increasing risk of toxicity. Give bolus doses of lidocaine at a slower rate, and monitor lidocaine level closely.
Terbutaline: May antagonize bronchodilatory effects of terbutaline. Monitor patient.
Verapamil: May increase effects of both drugs. Monitor cardiac function closely, and decrease dosages as needed.
Herb :- Ma huang: May decrease antihypertensive effects. Discourage use together.
