Novatec 5mg Tablet 10 ‘S

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Novatec 5mg Tablet 10 ‘S is prescribed to patients with high blood pressure (normal blood pressure for adult’s is usually 120/80 mmHg) and to patients with kidney diseases because of diabetes,who are suffering from hypertension.Novatec 5mg Tablet 10 ‘S is also prescribed to patients with history of heart diseases and stroke as Novatec 5mg Tablet 10 ‘S is very efficient in decreasing risk of future heart illnesses.Hypertension left untreated can cause severe damage to the brain, heart, kidney,blood vessels and other body organs.High blood pressure is caused by narrowing of the arteries (blood vessels that take blood to the organs) thus Novatec 5mg Tablet 10 ‘S helps prevent the decrease in diameter of the vessels keeping them healthy and working efficiently.

One to two tablets per day are commonly prescribed to patients to be taken either with or without food.Novatec 5mg Tablet 10 ‘S is to be taken regularly, preferably at the same time each day to help the patient remember their daily dose.The patient ought to discuss with their physician before ceasing intake of the medicine even if the patient is no longer suffering from common symptoms of the hypertension as ceasing the intake of the medicine has reported in cases of rebound hypertension (the re-emergence of high blood pressure),therefore, physicians taper of the Novatec 5mg Tablet 10 ‘S’s dosage before completely stopping it.

Novatec 5mg Tablet 10 ‘S might show mild side effects such as dry cough,dizziness and skin rash which resolve on their own in a few days’ time.Novatec 5mg Tablet 10 ‘S is not safe to be prescribed to pregnant or lactating mothers nor to individuals under the age of 6 years.While undergoing treatment with Novatec 5mg Tablet 10 ‘S,the physician may ask the patient to get certain lab work done periodically to monitor the effects of the drug on the patient’s body and monitor the patient’s blood pressure,kidney and liver functions along with potassium levels regularly.Accordingly the physician may change the dosage of the drug prescribed.

Indications

Novatec 5mg Tablet 10 ‘S can be used to treat:

• High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
• Congestive Heart Failure (A type of heart disease)
• Myocardial Infarction (A type of heart disease)
• Diabetic Nephropathy 

How Does Novatec 5mg Tablet 10 ‘S Work

This drug belongs to a group of drugs known as Angiotensin Converting Enzyme Inhibitors. Angiotensin is a natural hormone found in the body that works by narrowing the blood vessels in the human body.Novatec 5mg Tablet 10 ‘S works by inhibiting the formation of angiotensin II and thereby preventing the narrowing of blood vessels and aiding the free and proper flow of blood to the organs and through the blood vessels.

How To Use Novatec 5mg Tablet 10 ‘S 

Novatec 5mg Tablet 10 ‘S is prescribed to be taken 1-2 times daily;orally (by mouth) either with or without food.Novatec 5mg Tablet 10 ‘S’s dosage may differ for each patient as the treatment regime for each patient depends upon their weight,stage of illness,each patient’s response to Novatec 5mg Tablet 10 ‘S and any pre-existing medical condition a patient might have.Novatec 5mg Tablet 10 ‘S is not prescribed to pregnant or lactating mothers nor to women who are planning to start a family.

It is advised to not stop treatment abruptly without consulting a doctor as the risk of heart failure and stroke is significantly increased without the drug.It is normal to experience the changes of the drug on your body after a minimum of 2 weeks in cases of treatment for high blood pressure.For heart disease,the changes in the body and blood pressure brought about by Novatec 5mg Tablet 10 ‘S may take weeks or maybe months to experience.During the course of the treatment,the doctor may alter the dosage (either increase or decrease) after a grace period of a few weeks depending on the patient’s response to treatment and any adverse effects felt by the patient.

The first dose is preferably taken an hour before bedtime as it may cause dizziness,if Novatec 5mg Tablet 10 ‘S doesn’t cause dizziness for the patient then it is better to ingest a tablet an hour before breakfast each morning.It is advised that the drug is taken at the same time each day,an alarm can be placed to remind patients to take Novatec 5mg Tablet 10 ‘S at the proper time each day.If patient misses a dose of Novatec 5mg Tablet 10 ‘S,they should take it immediately but if the time for the next dose of the drug is near then its beneficial for patients to skip the missed dose and take the tablets as per schedule,doubling of doses has proven to cause severe side effects.

Dosage

Adult Dosage

Novatec 5mg Tablet 10 ‘S is prescribed to be taken 1-2 times daily.After a few weeks,the doctor may alter the dosage depending upon the patient’s response to treatment and any adverse effects felt by the patient.

Child Dosage 

Novatec 5mg Tablet 10 ‘S is not prescribed to patients under the age of 6 years.For patients over the age of 6 years,the dosage is dependent upon the patient’s weight,age and the illness being treated.

Elderly Dosage

For patients over the age of 75 years, the drug’s dosage may be lower than usual.If after a few weeks the patient’s blood pressure levels do not decrease the physician may increase the patient’s dosage.

Pregnancy Use And Lactation

This drug is not to be taken or prescribed to expecting and lactating mothers as it may have fatal consequences for the unborn child.If you are taking the drug and become pregnant,inform your doctor immediately.Small amounts of this drug can be transferred to the child through breast milk and therefore cause low blood pressure in the child thus Novatec 5mg Tablet 10 ‘S isn’t recommended to lactating mothers.If you are planning to conceive and are taking Novatec 5mg Tablet 10 ‘S as treatment, then refer to the doctor.The physician is likely to change your medicine and dosage.

Contraindications

Please tell your doctor if you have a history of any of the following before using Novatec 5mg Tablet 10 ‘S:

• Allergic reaction to Novatec 5mg Tablet 10 ‘S or any other drug or ingredient
• Pregnancy
• Patients undergoing dialysis treatment
• Severe heart impairment/disease
• Severe liver impairment/disease
• Severe kidney impairment/disease
• Low blood pressure
• Low salt diet 
• Severe diarrhea 
• Severe vomiting

Precautions

Please tell your doctor about any of the following conditions before using Novatec 5mg Tablet 10 ‘S

• Mild to moderate hepatic (liver) impairment
• Biliary obstruction (blockage of bile ducts)
• Aortic or mitral stenosis (heart valve narrowing)
• Renal impairment (kidney damage) and kidney transplantation
• Aortic or mitral stenosis (heart valve narrowing) or obstructive hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (abnormal thickening of heart muscle)
• Diabetes
• Hypotension
• Cough
• Surgery/General anesthesia

Please monitor serum potassium in the elderly and in renal impairment (kidney damage) before taking the Novatec 5mg Tablet 10 ‘S.

Interactions With Other Medications

Please tell your doctor about the use of the following before using Novatec 5mg Tablet 10 ‘S:

• Aliskerin 
• Other antihypertensives 
• Antihistamines
• NSAIDs (Aspirin, Ibuprofen,Naproxen)
• Antidepressants
• Anesthesia 
• Muscle relaxants 
• Immunosuppressants 
• Diuretics 
• K+ supplements
• K+ -sparing diuretics (Spironolactone,Amiloride)
• Anti-Diabetic drugs
• Lithium  (Prescribed for bipolar and/or depression)

Adverse Effects

Common Adverse Effects

Like most medicines,Novatec 5mg Tablet 10 ‘S has certain side effects which include:

• Dry Cough (Tends to disappear once patient stops taking Novatec 5mg Tablet 10 ‘S)
• Skin Rash
• Dizziness
• Hyperkalemia (excessive amounts of protein in the body)
• Change in taste

These effects tend to be mild and resolve in a few days of taking Novatec 5mg Tablet 10 ‘S.

Rare Adverse Effects

If any of the following adverse effects are seen or felt,the patient is advised to immediately contact their doctor.

• Change in color of urine/Infrequent urination
• Chest pain
• Heart palpitations
• Weight gain
• Swelling of hands and feet/ankle
• Difficulty in breathing
• Swelling of the chest 
• Difficulty with vision (eye pain)

How To Cope With Some Of The Adverse Effects

• Feeling dizzy (lightheaded) or weak -If the medication makes you feel dizzy or weak, stop what you’re doing and sit or lie down until you feel better and do not rise too fast or immediately from a sitting or lying down position to a standing posture. Do not drive or use tools or machinery in case of any of these effects.
• Skin Rash– can be eased by applying soothing and healing lotions or creams such as calamine lotion/cream.Apply a cold compress to the rash helps reduce itchiness and redness caused by rash.
• Dry Cough – Can be eased by adding honey to warm drinks and having oral lozenges,to provide soothing relief to an irritated throat.Ginger tea has been known to decrease inflammation of an irritated throat thus,providing relief.
• Change in taste – this tends to go away as soon as the patient stops taking the medicine but while treatment;salt water with baking soda (half a teaspoon of salt and baking soda in water) rinses and chewing on sugar free gum can help dissipate the change in taste.

 Key Facts About Novatec 5mg Tablet 10 ‘S

• Novatec 5mg Tablet 10 ‘S works by preventing the narrowing of blood vessels thereby allowing easy flow of blood to various body organs and through the blood vessels.
• Novatec 5mg Tablet 10 ‘S is not safe to be given to pregnant or lactating mothers.
• 1-2 tablets per day of Novatec 5mg Tablet 10 ‘S are prescribed,dosage may change after two weeks.
• Dry cough,skin rash and dizziness are common adverse effects of Novatec 5mg Tablet 10 ‘S
• Serum potassium levels along with kidney and liver function tests are done periodically while treatment with Novatec 5mg Tablet 10 ‘S
• Novatec 5mg Tablet 10 ‘S is primarily used for the treatment of high blood pressure.

FAQ

#1.CAN LIFESTYLE CHANGES HELP ME WITH MY CONDITION?

Yes. You can adopt certain healthy lifestyle changes in order to help with high blood pressure.These include quitting smoking, avoiding alcohol, eating a wholesome diet consisting of fresh vegetables and fruits with the cut down of salt, and incorporating physical activity in your daily routine.

#2.WHAT IF I TAKE TOO MUCH OF Novatec 5mg Tablet 10 ‘S?

In case of too much consumption by accident, kindly contact your doctor or nearby hospital straight away. The amount of medication that can result in severe side effects varies from person to person. An overdose results in slowing down of heart rate and difficulty breathing accompanied by dizziness and fainting spells.

#3.IS IT SAFE TO HAVE Novatec 5mg Tablet 10 ‘S BEFORE UNDERGOING ANY SURGICAL PROCEDURE?

If the surgical procedure involves general anesthesia, the surgeon may ask the patient to stop their intake of the drug for 24 hours as general anesthesia also tends to lower blood pressure levels in a few patients.

#4.HOW IS Novatec 5mg Tablet 10 ‘S SUPPOSED TO BE TAKEN?

Novatec 5mg Tablet 10 ‘S is to be ingested orally one to two times daily or as per doctor’s prescription.Novatec 5mg Tablet 10 ‘S is to be taken either with or without food,preferably with water to ease the tablet’s passage to the patient’s throat.

#5.HOW DOES Novatec 5mg Tablet 10 ‘S WORK?

This drug belongs to a group of drugs known as Angiotensin Converting Enzyme Inhibitors. Angiotensin is a natural hormone found in the body that works by narrowing the blood vessels in the human body.Novatec 5mg Tablet 10 ‘S works by inhibiting the formation of angiotensin II and thereby preventing the narrowing of blood vessels and aiding the free and proper flow of blood to the organs and through the blood vessels.

#6.CAN I TAKE Novatec 5mg Tablet 10 ‘S DURING MY PREGNANCY?

No.Novatec 5mg Tablet 10 ‘S has been known to cause harm to the fetus and cause complications during pregnancy. Hence, it is advised to consult your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant or may think you are pregnant.Small amounts of this drug can be transferred to the child through breast milk and therefore cause low blood pressure in the child thus Novatec 5mg Tablet 10 ‘S isn’t recommended to lactating mothers.If you are planning to conceive and are taking Novatec 5mg Tablet 10 ‘S as treatment, then refer to the doctor.The physician is likely to change your medicine and dosage.

#7.HOW TO STORE Novatec 5mg Tablet 10 ‘S?

Novatec 5mg Tablet 10 ‘S is to be kept away from the reach of children,in a cool dry place away from direct sunlight and humidity as that tends to ruin certain drugs.

#8.DOES Novatec 5mg Tablet 10 ‘S CAUSE ADDICTION?

No.This drug has shown no evidence to prove addiction of any kind in any patient.

#9.WHAT LAB TESTS WILL BE PRESCRIBED WHILE TREATMENT WITH Novatec 5mg Tablet 10 ‘S AND HOW OFTEN?

Kidney and liver function tests along with blood tests to keep a check on serum potassium levels are advised to be done periodically.It is also advised that patients learn to monitor their own blood pressure levels daily from the comfort of their homes and inform their doctor of any changes seen.

#10.CAN I CONSUME ALCOHOL WITH Novatec 5mg Tablet 10 ‘S?

Alcohol is also known to lower your blood pressure which if taken with the medication may lead to extreme dizziness. It is best to avoid the intake of alcohol during the course of your treatment.

#11.HOW LONG WILL I HAVE TO CONTINUE TAKING THE MEDICATION?

It is a long-term treatment and you might have to continue taking the medication even for the rest of your life.

#12.WHAT IF I FORGET TO TAKE THE Novatec 5mg Tablet 10 ‘S?

It is advised that the drug is taken at the same time each day,an alarm can be placed to remind patients to take Novatec 5mg Tablet 10 ‘S at the proper time and at least an hour before having any meal.If patient misses a dose of Novatec 5mg Tablet 10 ‘S,they should take it immediately but if the time for the next dose of the drug is near then its beneficial for patients to skip the missed dose and take the tablets as per schedule,doubling of doses has proven to cause severe side effects.

#13.IS Novatec 5mg Tablet 10 ‘S SAFE TO GIVE TO ELDERLY PATIENTS?

Yes.This drug can be easily and safely prescribed to patients above 18 years of age.For eldery patients the dosage of the drug may be lower than normal due to decreased kidney function,Novatec 5mg Tablet 10 ‘S may not be effectively removed from the body and so,in such cases the doctor may prescribe an altered dose of the Novatec 5mg Tablet 10 ‘S.

#14.CAN Novatec 5mg Tablet 10 ‘S INTERFERE WITH FERTILITY?

There is not evidence to support the above statement.If a patient does become pregnant it is imperative that they inform their doctor immediately as Novatec 5mg Tablet 10 ‘S can have fatal effects on the developing fetus.

#15.WHAT ARE COMMON SIDE EFFECTS CAUSED BY Novatec 5mg Tablet 10 ‘S?

• Dry Cough (Tends to disappear once patient stops taking Novatec 5mg Tablet 10 ‘S)
• Skin Rash
• Dizziness
• Hyperkalemia (excessive amounts of protein in the body)
• Change in taste

#16.CAN I DRIVE AFTER TAKING THIS MEDICATION?

This medication is known to make you dizzy hence, if that happens kindly avoid driving or operating any heavy machinery.