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Macikad 10mg Tablet
Salt Composition: MACITENTAN
- Manufacturer: LUPIN LTD
- Pack Size: 10 TABLET(s) IN A STRIP
- Dosage Form: TABLET
- Strength: 10MG
- Prescription Required
- Storage: Protect from moisture Store Macikad 10mg Tablet at 25ËC Keep children away from the sight and reach of this medication.
₹1946.00₹2291.72
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Product Introduction
Macikad 10mg Tablet contains the active ingredient macitentan, an endothelin receptor antagonist. It is indicated for long-term treatment of pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH), which is high blood pressure in the arteries within the lungs, in adults. The medicine may be used as monotherapy or in combination with other agents for PAH.
Safety and effectiveness have not been established in children; therefore, it is not recommended for paediatric use. Inform your doctor if you have an allergy to macitentan, or if you have liver or lung disorder. Discuss with your doctor if you are planning pregnancy, suspect you may be pregnant, or are breastfeeding. The medicine may cause infertility in males. Provide your complete medical history to your doctor before commencing treatment.
Uses
Macikad tablet Uses: Treatment of pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH)
How it works
Macikad 10 mg Tablet widens the arteries of the lung and makes the arteries pump the blood by the heart, which passes through it. It lowers the blood pressure, relieves the symptoms, and involves the improvising of pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH).
Side Effects
Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all medicines cause side effects, not everyone gets them. Common Anaemia Headache Bronchitis (inflammation of the airways) Nasopharyngitis (throat and nasal passages inflammation) Oedema (swelling of the ankles and feet) Pharyngitis (inflammation of the throat) Urinary tract infection (bladder infection) Hypotension (low blood pressure) Nasal congestion (blocked nose) Flushing (redness of the skin)
References
- Janssen Pharmaceutica NV., Electronics Medicines Compendium (EMC), [Revised on Jan 2023], [Accessed on 18 Oct 2023], https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.5223.pdf
- Actelion Pharmaceuticals US, Inc., Food and Drug administration, [Revised on Oct 2018], [Accessed on Oct 18 2023], https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2019/204410s017lbl.pdf
- KD Tripathi, Essentials of Medical Pharmacology, Nitric oxide and vasoactive peptide signal molecules, 8th edition, 2019, 546-547.
Safety Advice
Pregnancy: Unsafe Macikad 10mg Tablet is not recommended for pregnant women as it may cause harm to the fetus. Notify your healthcare professional if you are pregnant or planning to have a baby think you may be pregnant.
Lungs: Consult Your Doctor Inform your physician about any underlying lung disorders before taking Macikad 10mg Tablet, as this medication should be used cautiously in lung disease patients.
Breastfeeding: Consult Your Doctor It is unknown whether Macikad 10mg Tablet is excreted in breast milk, and it is not recommended for breastfeeding. Consult your doctor for more information.
Disclaimer
The information provided on this page is intended for general informational purposes only and should not be considered as medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before starting, stopping, or changing any medication. Self-medication can be harmful. Med For Rare does not endorse self-diagnosis or self-treatment.