Pihcare 100 mg Tablet belongs to the anti-hypertensive medicines called beta-blocking agents used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure) and angina (chest pain). Pihcare 100 mg Tablet is also used to control high blood pressure in pregnancy and during anaesthesia. Pihcare 100 mg Tablet works by blocking the receptors in the cardiovascular system, this helps decrease the blood pressure in the blood vessels. Pihcare 100 mg Tablet helps the heartbeat slower with less force and relaxes, and widens the blood vessels, this makes it easier for the heart to pump blood to all parts of the body. Thereby, helps in lowering the blood pressure to normal.

FAQs

How does Pihcare 100 mg Tablet work?

Pihcare 100 mg Tablet works by blocking the receptors in the cardiovascular system; this helps in decreasing the blood pressure in the blood vessels. Pihcare 100 mg Tablet helps the heart to beat slower with less force, relaxes, and widens the blood vessels, this makes it easier for the heart to pump blood to all parts of the body. Thereby, helps in lowering the blood pressure to normal.

Can I stop taking Pihcare 100 mg Tablet on my own?

Please do not stop taking Pihcare 100 mg Tablet without consulting your doctor as it may lead to a rise in blood pressure. Continue taking Pihcare 100 mg Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it to you. Do not be reluctant to speak with your doctor if you experience any difficulty while taking Pihcare 100 mg Tablet .

Does Pihcare 100 mg Tablet cause postural hypotension?

Postural hypotension could be a side-effect of Pihcare 100 mg Tablet . Postural hypotension is a sudden lowering in blood pressure leading to dizziness on standing. If you experience this, do not try to stand up suddenly or start walking, instead lie down and get up slowly only when you feel better.

Is Pihcare 100 mg Tablet used to treat high blood pressure during pregnancy?

Pihcare 100 mg Tablet is used to treat gestational hypertension (high blood pressure during pregnancy) when the blood pressure needs to be lowered rapidly.

Does Pihcare 100 mg Tablet cause affect sexual life of an individual?

Pihcare 100 mg Tablet may cause erectile dysfunction (impotence), ejaculation problems and difficulty obtaining or maintaining an erection. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding these.

I am diabetic, can I take Pihcare 100 mg Tablet ?

Inform your doctor if you have type-1 or type-2 diabetes mellitus. If you are diabetic, you should monitor your blood glucose levels regularly because Pihcare 100 mg Tablet might mask the symptoms of hypoglycemia (low blood glucose levels).

Can I undergo cataract surgery while taking Pihcare 100 mg Tablet ?

Pihcare 100 mg Tablet might affect pupils during cataract surgery and might mask the effects of sudden blood loss, so inform the surgeon ahead of time that you are taking Pihcare 100 mg Tablet if you are due to have cataract surgery. This will help the doctor to manage the complications in advance, which could occur during the surgery.

Is it safe to take Pihcare 100 mg Tablet with multivitamins?

Multivitamins and minerals may lower the effect of Pihcare 100 mg Tablet when taken together. If your doctor has prescribed multivitamins and minerals, maintain a minimum gap of 2 hours between both.