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Actim Tablet 2.5mg

Actim Tablet 2.5mg

by Sami Pharmaceuticals

Actim tablet is used to treat hypertension.

Rs. 30.34

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Price of Actim Tablet 2.5mg

The price of Actim Tablet 2.5mg in Pakistan is Rs. 30.34

Actim Tablet Uses

Actim tablet is used for the treatment of hypertension. In this condition, blood flow is met with resistance, due to which heart has to exert great force to pump blood around the body. The pressure then negatively impacts the blood vessels, damaging them as a result. It also promotes clot formation, causing dangers like stroke and heart attack. Actim tablet helps in abating the symptoms of high blood pressure, when used in conjunction with other drugs.

Actim tablet is composed of Bisoprolol, which is a cardioselective beta-blocker. It works by the altering the functioning of heart and the blood vessels. As it facilitates the flow of blood in the body, it is used to treat different heart conditions.

How to use Actim Tablet 2.5mg?

  • Actim needs to be swallowed whole, with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the tablet.
  • Sudden discontinuation also increases the risk of diseases and conditions like rebound tachycardia, heart attack, and arrhythmias.
  • Thus, keep taking the medicine at the same time, every day.
  • If you want to discontinue Actim tablet, you need to tell your healthcare provider about it.

Actim Side Effects

Here are the various Actim tablet side effects:

  • Fatigue
  • Asthenia
  • Orthostatic hypotension
  • Pancreatitis
  • Constipation
  • Flatulence
  • Dry mouth
  • Diarrhea
  • Hemolytic anemia
  • Leukopenia/neutropenia
  • Thrombocytopenia
  • Diabetes mellitus
  • Inappropriate antidiuretic hormone secretion
  • Gout
  • Urticaria
  • Alopecia
  • Photosensitivity
  • Erythema
  • Flushing
  • Diaphoresis
  • Cutaneous pseudolymphoma
  • Toxic epidermal necrolysis
  • Stevens-Johnson syndrome
  • Pruritus
  • Visual loss
  • Diplopia
  • Blurred vision
  • Tinnitus
  • Photophobia
  • Taste disturbances
  • Olfactory disturbance
  • Impotence.
  • Elevated erythrocyte sedimentation rate
  • Arthralgia
  • Arthritis
  • Myalgia
  • Fever
  • Vasculitis
  • Eosinophilia
  • Leukocytosis
  • Paresthesia
  • Vertigo
  • Rash
  • Photosensitivity

Drug Interactions

Some drugs that can interaction with Actim tablet include:

  • Potassium-sparing diuretics like spironolactone, triamterene, and eplerenone
  • Antidiabetic medicines like metformin, pioglitazone, and others
  • Insulins
  • NSAIDs like ibuprofen, naproxen, indomethacin and others
  • Vasodilators like nitroglycerin
  • Lithium
  • Corticosteroids like prednisolone
  • Amphotericin B
  • Statins like atrovastain, lovastatin, rosuvastatin and others
  • Calcium channel blockers like verapamil

In order to prevent drug interactions, it is very important that you give your healthcare provider your complete and thorough medical history, including any ailments that you have, whether they be mental or physical, and any drugs you are taking for their management. Doctors then are able to prescribe medicines accordingly, successfully preventing any drug interactions.

Storage Conditions

  • Keep Actim tablet out of reach and sight of children
  • Store the medicine at room temperature
  • Do not use the medicine after the expiration date has passed
  • Protect the tablets from direct heat and sunlight.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the price of Actim Tablet 2.5mg in Pakistan?

The Actim Tablet 2.5mg price in Pakistan is Rs. 30.34

What is Actim Tablet 2.5mg used for?

Actim Tablet 2.5mg is used in the following conditions:
  • Hypertension

What is Actim Tablet 2.5mg composed of?

Actim Tablet 2.5mg is composed of:
  • Bisoprolol Fumarate

Do you need a prescription to buy Actim Tablet 2.5mg?

To buy Actim Tablet 2.5mg you must have a prescription signed by your doctor.

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