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Starcad-Beta 50 Tablet belongs to the class of antihypertensive medicines used in the treatment of high blood pressure, arrhythmia, and angina pectoris. This medicine also helps reduce the chances of heart problems such as heart attack and stroke. This medicine contains bisoprolol which alters the response to nerve impulses in the heart thereby making the heart pump blood easier. Common side effects include headache, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, stomach upset, diarrhoea or constipation, abdominal pain, numbness, and cold extremities.
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Manufacturer/Marketer :

Lupin Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

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3 Days Returnable

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

About Starcad-Beta 50 Tablet

Starcad-Beta 50 Tablet is used alone or together with other medicines to treat high blood pressure (hypertension), heart-related chest pain (angina), and heart rhythm disorder (arrhythmia). Besides this, it also helps in relieving symptoms of migraine-related headaches. High blood pressure adds to the workload of the heart and arteries. Hypertension or high blood pressure is a long-term force of the blood against the arteries that may lead to various types of heart diseases. If it continues for a long time, it can damage the blood vessels (arteries) of the brain, heart, and kidneys, resulting in a stroke, heart failure, or kidney failure. Lowering blood pressure reduces the risk of stroke, heart attack, and heart-related chest pain (angina).

Starcad-Beta 50 Tablet contains S Metoprolol Succinate. It plays a vital role in relaxing our blood vessels by blocking the action of certain natural substances in your body. It helps slow down the heart rate, making it easier to pump more blood around your body. This lowers your blood pressure and helps reduce your risk of a stroke, a heart attack, other heart problems, or kidney problems in the future. Starcad-Beta 50 Tablet needs to be taken regularly to be effective.

Starcad-Beta 50 Tablet should be taken in the dose and duration your doctor advises. You are advised to take Starcad-Beta 50 Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed, depending on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience common side effects such as headache, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, stomach upset, diarrhoea or constipation, abdominal pain, numbness, and cold extremities. Most of these side effects of Starcad-Beta 50 Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

Don't stop taking Starcad-Beta 50 Tablet without consulting your doctor first. Stopping Starcad-Beta 50 Tablet abruptly may cause changes in your heart rhythm and blood pressure, cause chest pain, or a heart attack. Your doctor will gradually lower your dose over time to help prevent these symptoms. Starcad-Beta 50 Tablet should not be used to prevent heart attacks. You should not use Starcad-Beta 50 Tablet if you have a very slow heartbeat, asthma, serious heart condition (sick sinus syndrome), or any heart blockage. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult the doctor before taking the Starcad-Beta 50 Tablet . Driving and operating heavy machinery should not be done as it may cause dizziness and drowsiness.  Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure while standing) might occur, so patients using Starcad-Beta 50 Tablet should get up with caution. Starcad-Beta 50 Tablet is contraindicated if you have high amounts of potassium in your blood (shown in blood test results). Starcad-Beta 50 Tablet may affect your ability to drive or operate heavy machinery if taken with alcohol.

Uses of Starcad-Beta 50 Tablet

Treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure), Angina (heart-related chest pain), Arrhythmia (heart rhythm disorder), Heart failure, Stroke, and Migraine

Medicinal Benefits

Starcad-Beta 50 Tablet contains S Metoprolol Succinate belongs to a group of medicines called beta-blockers used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension), heart-related chest pain (angina), irregular heart rhythm (arrhythmia), and to protect the heart after a heart attack (myocardial infarction). Besides this, it also helps relieve symptoms of migraine-related headaches. Starcad-Beta 50 Tablet  helps slow down the heart rate, making it easier for the heart to pump blood throughout the body. This lowers blood pressure and helps in reducing the risk of having a stroke, heart attack, or other heart or kidney problems in the future. 

Side Effects of Starcad-Beta 50 Tablet

  • Headache

  • Fatigue
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Stomach upset
  • Diarrhoea
  • Constipation
  • Abdominal pain
  • Numbness
  • Cold extremities
  • Slow heart rate
  • Breathlessness

Directions for Use

Swallow the tablet with a glass of water as a whole. Do not crush, break, or chew the tablet. Starcad-Beta 50 Tablet can be taken with or without food. Take Starcad-Beta 50 Tablet as prescribed by your doctor. Starcad-Beta 50 Tablet should not be taken unless prescribed by a doctor. Based on your medical condition, your doctor will advise on how long you need to take Starcad-Beta 50 Tablet .

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Drug Warnings

Do not take Starcad-Beta 50 Tablet if you are allergic (hypersensitive) to the Starcad-Beta 50 Tablet or any ingredients present. Please consult your doctor before taking Starcad-Beta 50 Tablet if you are pregnant or planning to conceive and breastfeed. It should not be given to children less than 12 years of age. Don't stop taking Starcad-Beta 50 Tablet without talking to your doctor first. Stopping Starcad-Beta 50 Tablet gradually may cause changes in your heart rhythm and blood pressure, cause chest pain, or a heart attack. Your doctor will lower your dose gradually over some time to help prevent these symptoms. You should not use the Starcad-Beta 50 Tablet if you have a very slow heartbeat, a serious lung condition (like asthma), a serious heart condition (sick sinus syndrome), or a heart blockage. Before taking this medicine, you should tell the doctor if you have any muscle disorder (myasthenia gravis, rhabdomyolysis), breathing problems (COPD, bronchitis, emphysema), low blood sugar level (hypoglycemia), low blood pressure (hypotension), depression, previous heart failure, liver/kidney disease, thyroid hormone disorder like overactive thyroid (hyperthyroidism), adrenal gland cancer, or severe blood circulation problem (Raynaud's syndrome).

Therapeutic Class

ANTI- HYPERTENSIVES

Drug-Drug Interactions

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MetoprololAcebutolol
Severe
MetoprololCeritinib
Severe

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Keep your weight under control with a BMI of 19.5-24.9.

  • Do regular physical activity or exercise for at least 150 minutes per week, or about 30 minutes most days of the week.

  • Doing this can help lower your raised blood pressure by about 5 mm Hg.

  • Option for a diet rich in whole grains, fruits, veggies, and low-fat dairy products.

  • Limit sodium chloride (table salt) intake in your daily diet to 2300 mg per day or less than 1500 mg is ideal for most adults.

  • If you are taking alcohol, only one serving for women and two servings for men is advisable.

  • Quitting smoking is the best strategy to lower the risk of heart disease. 

  • Avoid chronic stress as it can raise your blood pressure. Try to enjoy and spend time with your loved ones to cope with stress and practice mindfulness techniques.

  • Monitor your blood pressure daily and if there is too much fluctuation, immediately contact your doctor.

  • Try to include heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acid-containing food drinks in your daily diet. You can also use low-fat cooking oil like olive oil, soybean oil, canola oil, and coconut oil can help lower your elevated blood pressure.

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How Starcad-Beta 50 Tablet Works

Starcad-Beta 50 Tablet contains S Metoprolol Succinate. It plays a vital role in relaxing our blood vessels by blocking the action of certain natural substances in your body. It helps slow down the heart rate, making it easier to pump more blood around your body. This lowers your blood pressure and helps reduce your risk of a stroke, a heart attack, other heart problems, or kidney problems in the future. Starcad-Beta 50 Tablet needs to be taken regularly to be effective.

What if I have taken an overdose of Starcad-Beta 50 Tablet

Take Starcad-Beta 50 Tablet only as prescribed by the doctor. Avoid exceeding the recommended dose as it could lead to an overdose. Symptoms of overdose may include severe low blood pressure, nausea, vomiting, sinus bradycardia (slow heart rate), atrioventricular block (delay in transmission of an impulse from atria to ventricles), cardiogenic shock (inability of the heart to supply blood and oxygen), heart failure, bronchospasm (tightening of airway muscles), cardiac arrest (abrupt loss of heart function), cyanosis (bluish-purple colour of skin), and impairment of consciousness/coma. If you experience these symptoms or suspect you have taken an overdose, seek immediate medical attention.
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Alcohol

Caution

Drinking alcohol may increase tiredness and lower blood pressure causing dizziness or drowsiness. So avoid consuming alcohol with Starcad-Beta 50 Tablet .

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Pregnancy

Caution

In pregnant women, no adequate and well-controlled studies exist. Starcad-Beta 50 Tablet should be used only when necessary during pregnancy. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing Starcad-Beta 50 Tablet .

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Small amounts of Starcad-Beta 50 Tablet pass into the breast milk and do not cause any problems for your baby. However, if you are breastfeeding, contact your doctor before taking Starcad-Beta 50 Tablet .

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Driving

Caution

You may experience dizziness, tiredness, or blurred vision while taking Starcad-Beta 50 Tablet . So, it is not recommended to drive, use machinery, or perform other tasks.

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Liver

Caution

Starcad-Beta 50 Tablet to be taken with caution if you have pre-existing or a history of liver disease/conditions. Your doctor may adjust the dose based on your condition.

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Kidney

Safe if prescribed

Starcad-Beta 50 Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor before using Starcad-Beta 50 Tablet .

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Children

Unsafe

The safety and efficacy of Starcad-Beta 50 Tablet in children have not been established. Hence, Starcad-Beta 50 Tablet is not recommended for children.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Lupin Ltd, 3rd floor Kalpataru Inspire, Off. W E Highway, Santacruz (East), Mumbai 400 055. India Country of Origin: India
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FAQs

Starcad-Beta 50 Tablet is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension), heart-related chest pain (angina), and heart rhythm disorder (arrhythmia). Besides this, it also helps in relieving symptoms of migraine-related headaches.
Starcad-Beta 50 Tablet contains S Metoprolol Succinate, which helps to reduce blood pressure by allowing the blood to flow more smoothly. It is an extended-release medication, its active ingredient is released slowly over time into the body, so you will typically only need to take the Starcad-Beta 50 Tablet once a day.
Use of Starcad-Beta 50 Tablet in diabetes may mask tachycardia (fast heart rate) occurring with low blood sugar level, but other symptoms like dizziness and sweating may not be significantly affected. So, if you are a diabetic patient, always consult a doctor before taking Starcad-Beta 50 Tablet .
Serum sodium, serum potassium, white blood cells, and kidney or renal function should be closely monitored before taking Starcad-Beta 50 Tablet .
Serum sodium, potassium, white blood cells, and kidney or renal function should all be properly evaluated before taking Starcad-Beta 50 Tablet .
It is advised to continue your medicine even after your blood pressure is under control or becomes normal, as blood pressure can shoot up at any time. If you have any discomfort, please consult your doctor immediately.
Starcad-Beta 50 Tablet can increase blood potassium levels. So a potassium-rich diet and supplements should be avoided while taking Starcad-Beta 50 Tablet to avoid any unpleasant side effects.
Stopping Starcad-Beta 50 Tablet abruptly may cause changes in your heart rhythm and blood pressure, cause chest pain, or a heart attack. Your doctor will gradually lower your dose over time to help prevent these symptoms. Please consult the doctor before stopping Starcad-Beta 50 Tablet .
Starcad-Beta 50 Tablet may cause dizziness and tiredness; drive or operate machinery only if you are alert. Drinking alcohol may increase tiredness and lower blood pressure causing dizziness or drowsiness. So, avoid consuming alcohol with Starcad-Beta 50 Tablet . Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure while standing) might occur, so patients using Starcad-Beta 50 Tablet should get up with caution.
Let the doctor know if you have very slow heartbeat, asthma, serious heart condition (sick sinus syndrome), or any heart blockage. Consult the doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Starcad-Beta 50 Tablet starts working within 2 hours. However, it might take a week to take full effect.
No, it is safe to take Starcad-Beta 50 Tablet if prescribed by the doctor. Take it in the dose and duration prescribed by the doctor.
Starcad-Beta 50 Tablet does not help you sleep better. It is used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure), angina (heart-related chest pain), arrhythmia (heart rhythm disorder), heart failure, stroke, and migraine.
Drinking alcohol may increase tiredness and lower blood pressure causing dizziness or drowsiness. So, avoid consuming alcohol with Starcad-Beta 50 Tablet .
Starcad-Beta 50 Tablet may cause side effects such as headache, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, stomach upset, diarrhoea or constipation, abdominal pain, numbness, and cold extremities. Most of these side effects of Starcad-Beta 50 Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

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