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Tuscan-8 Tablet 10's is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and lower the risk of stroke in certain people with heart disease. It contains Candesartan which works by blocking the action of a hormone called angiotensin II thereby preventing blood vessels from narrowing, in turn lowering the blood pressure and improving the overall blood flow. Common side effects of Tuscan-8 Tablet 10's are feeling dizzy or faint or having a spinning sensation (vertigo) and headaches.
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About Tuscan-8 Tablet 10's
Tuscan-8 Tablet 10's belongs to a class of drugs known as angiotensin II receptor blockers used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and lower the risk of stroke in certain people with heart disease. Hypertension is a medical condition in which blood pressure is elevated persistently (<140/90) in the arteries. Heart failure is a condition in which the heart is unable to pump blood as effectively as it should.
Tuscan-8 Tablet 10's contains Candesartan which works by blocking the action of a hormone called angiotensin II thereby preventing blood vessels from narrowing, in turn lowering the blood pressure and improving the overall blood flow.
Take Tuscan-8 Tablet 10's with or without food daily at the same time and swallow whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew or break it. Take this medicine in the dose and for the duration prescribed by your doctor. In some cases, you may experience side effects like feeling dizzy or faint or having a spinning sensation (vertigo) and headaches. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist, please consult your doctor.
If you are allergic to any medicines or food products, inform your doctor. It is advised to complete a full course of medication and not stop taking Tuscan-8 Tablet 10's suddenly, as it may cause recurring symptoms or worsen the condition. Tuscan-8 Tablet 10's is not recommended for pregnant, breastfeeding women and children below six years of age. Do not consume alcohol with Tuscan-8 Tablet 10's as it may increase the risk of low blood pressure. Avoid potassium supplements with Tuscan-8 Tablet 10's as they may lead to high potassium levels in the blood.
Uses of Tuscan-8 Tablet 10's
Tuscan-8 Tablet 10's is used in the treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure) and heart failure, and for the prevention of heart attack. The detailed uses of Tuscan-8 Tablet 10's are as follows:
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Medicinal Benefits
Tuscan-8 Tablet 10's contains Candesartan, used to treat high blood pressure and prevent heart failure. Candesartan is an angiotensin II receptor blocker that blocks the action of a hormone called angiotensin II in the body, which causes the narrowing of blood vessels leading to high blood pressure. Thereby lowering high blood pressure by widening and relaxing blood vessels.
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Do not take Tuscan-8 Tablet 10's if you are allergic to any of its contents if you have severe liver disease, diabetes, impaired kidney function, or if you are taking aliskiren. Inform your doctor if you have severe heart disease, aldosteronism (a disorder in which adrenal glands make too much of a hormone called aldosterone), dehydration, liver or kidney disease if you take medicines containing potassium if you have undergone kidney transplantation or dialysis. Tuscan-8 Tablet 10's is recommended not to take if you are pregnant, as it may cause fetal harm. Consult your doctor before taking Tuscan-8 Tablet 10's if you are breastfeeding. Tuscan-8 Tablet 10's is not recommended for children below six years as efficacy and safety have not been established. Tuscan-8 Tablet 10's may cause dizziness, so drive with caution. Avoid consuming alcohol as it might cause increased dizziness.
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Alcohol
Caution
Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Tuscan-8 Tablet 10's as it may cause increased dizziness.
Pregnancy
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Tuscan-8 Tablet 10's belongs to pregnancy category D. Tuscan-8 Tablet 10's is not recommended for use in pregnancy, as Tuscan-8 Tablet 10's can cause harm to the developing fetus.
Breast Feeding
Caution
It is unknown if Tuscan-8 Tablet 10's passes into breastmilk. Inform your doctor if you are breastfeeding; your doctor will decide whether Tuscan-8 Tablet 10's can be taken by breastfeeding mothers or not.
Driving
Caution
Tuscan-8 Tablet 10's may cause dizziness, do not drive or operate heavy machinery if you feel dizzy.
Liver
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If you have had a liver impairment/disorder history, inform your doctor before receiving the Tuscan-8 Tablet 10's. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.
Kidney
Consult your doctor
If you have had a kidney impairment/disorder history, inform your doctor before receiving the Tuscan-8 Tablet 10's. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.
Children
Caution
Tuscan-8 Tablet 10's is not recommended for children below six years as efficacy and safety have not been established.
Heart
Tuscan-8 Tablet 10's is generally safe for heart patients if prescribed, but should be used under medical supervision.
Geriatrics
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Limited information available about the use of Tuscan-8 Tablet 10's in geriatric patients. Please consult your physician.
Tuscan-8 Tablet 10's is used to treat Hypertension (high blood pressure)and heart failure, and prevention of heart attack.
Tuscan-8 Tablet 10's contains Candesartan which works by blocking the action of a hormone called angiotensin II thereby preventing blood vessels from narrowing, in turn lowering the blood pressure and improving the overall blood flow.
It is recommended not to stop taking Tuscan-8 Tablet 10's without consulting your doctor on your own as it may lead to a rise in blood pressure. Continue taking Tuscan-8 Tablet 10's for as long as your doctor prescribes it. Do not hesitate to speak with your doctor if you experience difficulty taking Tuscan-8 Tablet 10's.
High blood pressure increases the workload on the arteries and heart. If untreated, it could damage the heart, brain, and kidney's blood vessels, resulting in a stroke, heart failure or kidney failure. Hypertension increases the risk of heart attacks. Therefore, anti-hypertensives such as Tuscan-8 Tablet 10's are used to lower the blood pressure to normal; this reduces the risk of developing these disorders.
Avoid taking diuretics with Tuscan-8 Tablet 10's unless prescribed by the doctor.
Talk to your doctor before taking potassium supplements, potassium-sparing diuretics or salt substitutes along with Tuscan-8 Tablet 10's as it might cause an increase in serum potassium and serum creatinine levels.
Quit smoking & alcohol, do regular exercise and eat proper food; making these important lifestyle changes can help your heart's health.
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