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Macitent Tablet 10's

Macitent Tablet 10's

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Composition

MACITENTAN-10MG

Consume Type

ORAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Apr-24

for this medicine

About Macitent Tablet 10's

Macitent Tablet 10's belongs to the class of 'anti-hypertensive drugs', primarily used to treat high blood pressure in the lungs' arteries (pulmonary arterial hypertension). Hypertension is a medical condition in which the blood exerts high pressure (force exerted by circulating blood) against the walls of blood vessels. This condition makes the heart work harder in pumping blood to the whole body. Pulmonary hypertension affects arteries in the lungs and the right side of the heart.

Macitent Tablet 10's contains 'macitentan', which works by inhibiting the action of Endothelin, a natural substance that constricts blood vessels and raises blood pressure. Macitent Tablet 10's widens the constricted pulmonary arteries (blood vessels that carry blood from the heart to the lungs) and increases blood supply, thus lowering blood pressure.

Take Macitent Tablet 10's as prescribed by your doctor. Your dose and duration of Macitent Tablet 10's will be advised by your doctor, depending upon your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience headaches, inflammation of the airways, and oedema. Most of these side effects of Macitent Tablet 10's do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist, please consult your doctor.

Please inform your doctor if you are using any prescription, or non-prescription drugs, including vitamins and herbal products. Before starting Macitent Tablet 10's, let your doctor know if you have allergic reactions to Macitent Tablet 10's or other medicines. Inform your doctor if you have low blood pressure, lung, heart, kidney, liver problems, and anaemia (lack of blood cells). It is advised to consult a doctor if you are a pregnant or breastfeeding mother. Do not stop taking Macitent Tablet 10's without consulting your doctor since it may worsen your condition and increase the risk of future heart problems. Do not consume alcohol with Macitent Tablet 10's as it may increase the risk of low blood pressure.

Uses of Macitent Tablet 10's

Pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH) in adults.

Medicinal Benefits

Macitent Tablet 10's is an anti-hypertensive medicine that treats high blood pressure in the lungs' arteries (pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH)). It contains 'Macitentan,' which works by inhibiting the action of Endothelin, a natural substance that constricts blood vessels and raises blood pressure. In people with PAH, the pulmonary arteries get narrower making the heart work harder to pump blood through them. Macitent Tablet 10's widens these constricted arteries and makes it easier for the heart to pump blood, thus lowering the blood pressure.

Directions for Use

Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Macitent Tablet 10's

  • Anaemia (low number of red blood cells) or reduced haemoglobin
  • Headache
  • Bronchitis (inflammation of the airways)
  • Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages)
  • Oedema (swelling), especially of the ankles and feet

Drug Warnings

Please inform your doctor beforehand if you are allergic to Macitent Tablet 10's or other medicines. Brief your medical history if you have heart failure, liver or kidney diseases, lung conditions (pulmonary fibrosis), anaemia, oedema (fluid retention) and hypotension (low blood pressure) before starting Macitent Tablet 10's. Macitent Tablet 10's is contraindicated during pregnancy since it harms the foetus. Please get a pregnancy test done before starting Macitent Tablet 10's. You should get a negative pregnancy test for sure before using Macitent Tablet 10's. Also, please use reliable forms of birth control if you are undergoing treatment with Macitent Tablet 10's to avoid pregnancy. Consult your doctor before using Macitent Tablet 10's if you are a breastfeeding mother. Complete the course strictly as the doctor advises, even if you feel better, to avoid the recurrence of the disease. Do not drive or operate machinery since Macitent Tablet 10's may cause side effects like dizziness and weakness, affecting your ability to concentrate and drive. Avoid consumption of alcohol with Macitent Tablet 10's as it may increase the risk of low blood pressure. Macitent Tablet 10's is not recommended in patients younger than 18 years of age.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: Macitent Tablet 10's may interact with antibiotics (e.g. rifampicin, clarithromycin), a medicine used to treat seizures (e.g. phenytoin), a medicine used to treat depression and epilepsy (e.g. carbamazepine), medications used to treat HIV infections (e.g. ritonavir, saquinavir), anti-fungal medicines (e.g. fluconazole, itraconazole), a drug used to control the heartbeat (e.g. amiodarone), a medicine used to prevent organ rejection after transplant (e.g. cyclosporine), medications used to treat high blood pressure or specific heart problems (e.g. diltiazem, verapamil).

Drug-Food Interactions: Alcohol may increase the side effects of Macitent Tablet 10's. Hence, it is advised to limit the intake of alcohol while using Macitent Tablet 10's.

Drug-Disease Interactions: People with heart failure, liver or kidney diseases, lung conditions (pulmonary fibrosis), anaemia, oedema (fluid retention), low blood pressure, and severe dehydration should consult the doctor before taking Macitent Tablet 10's.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • RIFAMPICIN
  • CLARITHROMYCIN
  • PHENYTOIN
  • CARBAMAZEPINE
  • RITONAVIR
  • SAQUINAVIR
  • FLUCONAZOLE
  • ITRACONAZOLE
  • CYCLOSPORINE
  • DILTIAZEM
  • VERAPAMIL

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Maintain a diet that includes vegetables, fruits, whole grains, legumes, omega-3-rich foods, and lean protein sources.
  • Keep your weight under control with a BMI of 19.5-24.9.
  • Avoid chronic stress as it can raise your blood pressure. Try to enjoy and spent time with your loved ones to cope with stress and practice mindfulness techniques.
  • Try to include heart-healthy omega-3-fatty acids containing food drinks in your daily diet. You can also use low-fat cooking oil like olive oil, soybean oil, canola oil and coconut oil to lower your elevated blood pressure.
  • Be mindful of salt; consume no more than 2,300 mg each day.
  • Limit or avoid alcohol consumption.
  • Quitting smoking is the best strategy to lower the risk of heart disease.

Special Advise

  • Keep a check on your daily blood pressure, and if you notice any fluctuations, please consult a doctor.
  • Your doctor may ask you to undergo a blood test whether you have anaemia (a reduced number of red blood cells).
  • If you have diabetes, using Macitent Tablet 10's may affect your blood sugar levels. Inform your doctor so that you may adjust your diabetes medication accordingly.
  • Your dietician may prescribe you a suitable exercise program and diet to manage your blood pressure.
  • Your doctor may also suggest liver function tests.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension: It is referred to as high blood pressure in the blood vessels (the pulmonary arteries) that carry blood from the heart to the lungs. It's a serious condition that can harm the heart's right side. The walls of the pulmonary arteries thicken and stiffen, making it difficult for blood to flow through. Because of the reduced blood flow, the right side of the heart has a harder time pumping blood through the arteries which may lead to heart failure. The common symptoms of pulmonary hypertension are shortness of breath, dizziness, palpitations, and chest pressure. It can affect people of all ages, but it is more common in people who already have a heart or lung problem.

Country of origin

INDIA

Manufacturer/Marketer address

MSN Laboratories Pvt.Ltd., MSN House, Plot No: C-24, Industrial Estate, Sanathnagar, Hyderabad - 18 Telangana, INDIA
Other Info - MAC0348

FAQs

Macitent Tablet 10's consists of Macitentan. It is an anti-hypertensive medicine that lowers blood pressure by widening the pulmonary arteries and making the heart pump blood efficiently.
No, it is a prescribed drug given by a physician for treating specific medical conditions. Taking it on your own can cause unwanted side effects.
Even if you feel good, do not stop using the $ name. It should be used as prescribed by your doctor to prevent the recurrence of symptoms and worsening of the disease.
Macitent Tablet 10's should be used with caution in cases of any allergic reactions, heart failure, liver, kidney diseases, lung conditions (pulmonary fibrosis), anaemia, oedema (fluid retention), and hypotension (low blood pressure).
Shortness of breath, weariness (tiredness), feeling faint or dizzy, chest discomfort (angina), a rapid heartbeat (palpitations), and swelling (oedema) in the legs, ankles, feet, or tummy are all common symptoms of pulmonary hypertension (abdomen).
Although pulmonary hypertension cannot be cured, there are treatments that can help you control your symptoms and manage your condition. It may be possible to prevent irreversible damage to your pulmonary arteries (which are the blood vessels that supply your lungs) if the cause is detected and treated early.

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Alcohol

Caution

It is advised to limit alcohol intake since alcohol consumption with Macitent Tablet 10's may increase the risk of low blood pressure and cause adverse effects, such as dizziness, fainting, light-headedness or headache.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

Macitent Tablet 10's is not recommended in pregnancy. It can affect and harm the developing baby. You are advised to get a pregnancy test done before starting Macitent Tablet 10's. You should get a negative pregnancy test for sure before using Macitent Tablet 10's. Also, please use reliable forms of birth control if you are undergoing treatment with Macitent Tablet 10's to avoid pregnancy.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Consult your doctor, and there is no substantial research yet on the use of Macitent Tablet 10's in breastfeeding/nursing mothers.

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Driving

Unsafe

Macitent Tablet 10's can cause side effects such as headaches and hypotension, and the symptoms of your condition can also make you less fit to drive.

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Liver

Caution

Let your doctor know before taking Macitent Tablet 10's if you have any history of liver diseases or very high levels of liver enzymes in your blood. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing Macitent Tablet 10's.

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Kidney

Caution

If you have kidney problems, talk to your doctor before using Macitent Tablet 10's. Macitentan may lead to more blood pressure reduction and a decrease in haemoglobin in patients with kidney problems. Please consult the doctor, and your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing Macitent Tablet 10's.

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Children

Unsafe

Safety and effectiveness of Macitent Tablet 10's have not been established in patients below 18 years of age.

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