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Ramistar-AM 2.5 Tablet

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Product introduction

Ramistar-AM 2.5 Tablet is used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure). This is a combination of two medicines that controls blood pressure when a single medication is not effective. It helps to lower high blood pressure and thus reduces the chances of future heart attack and stroke.

You can take Ramistar-AM 2.5 Tablet at any time of day, with or without food, but it is best to take it at the same time each day. Keep taking it for as long as advised by your doctor. Even if you feel well, do not stop this medicine on your own because high blood pressure often has no symptoms. If you stop taking it, your condition may get worse. Keeping active with regular exercise, reducing your weight and eating a healthy diet will also help control your blood pressure. Follow your doctor’s advice while taking this medicine.

It may cause side effects like taste change, ankle swelling, chest pain, headache, cough, and stomach upset. It may also cause dizziness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. This might raise the level of potassium in the blood, hence avoid potassium rich food or supplements. You may be asked for regular monitoring of blood pressure, kidney function, and electrolytes level while on the treatment.

Before taking it, let your doctor know if you have any liver or kidney problems. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor for advice before taking this medicine. You also need to tell your doctor what other medicines you are taking especially those used to treat high blood pressure or heart conditions.


Uses of Ramistar-AM Tablet

Benefits of Ramistar-AM Tablet

In Hypertension (high blood pressure)

Ramistar-AM 2.5 Tablet relaxes the blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily around your body. This lowers your blood pressure and reduces your risk of having a stroke, a heart attack, or kidney problems in the future. You do not usually feel any direct benefit from taking this medicine, but it works in the long term to keep you well. You should take it regularly as prescribed for this medicine to be most effective, even if you feel better.

Side effects of Ramistar-AM Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Ramistar-AM

  • Palpitations
  • Dizziness
  • Edema (swelling)
  • Gastroenteritis
  • Breathlessness
  • Chest pain

How to use Ramistar-AM Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Ramistar-AM 2.5 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Ramistar-AM Tablet works

Ramistar-AM 2.5 Tablet is a combination of two medicines:.

Safety advice

Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Ramistar-AM 2.5 Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Ramistar-AM 2.5 Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Ramistar-AM 2.5 Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Ramistar-AM 2.5 Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Ramistar-AM 2.5 Tablet may cause side effects such as dizziness, headaches, nausea or tiredness, all of which could affect your ability to concentrate and drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Ramistar-AM 2.5 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Ramistar-AM 2.5 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Regular monitoring of blood pressure is recommended for dose adjustment.
Liver
CAUTION
Ramistar-AM 2.5 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Ramistar-AM 2.5 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Inform your doctor if you develop any signs and symptoms of jaundice while taking this medicine.

What if you forget to take Ramistar-AM Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Ramistar-AM 2.5 Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

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Quick tips

  • You have been prescribed Ramistar-AM 2.5 Tablet for the treatment of high blood pressure.
  • Lowering blood pressure reduces chance of future heart attack & strokes.
  • It may cause dizziness. Get up slowly when rising from a sitting or lying position.
  • Do not take Ramistar-AM 2.5 Tablet if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy.

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No
Therapeutic Class
CARDIAC

Patient concerns

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I have 110-170 blood pressure,sugar fasting100,cholostrol normal ,but now l have very high headache with pain only one side(left)
Dr. Pushkar Mani
Physician
whatever medicine u taking for BP stop that and take ramistar H once daily
My BP is 140/100 help me what to do? The BP was 140/90 before 15 days yesterday it was the above mentioned Help me to bring down to the normal
Dr. Pushkar Mani
Physician
Take ramistar 10 mg once daily
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