Cantar 16mg Tablet is a medicine used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure. Lowering blood pressure helps to prevent future heart attacks and stroke. This medicine is also effective in preserving kidney function in patients with diabetes.

Cantar 16mg Tablet helps reduce high blood pressure, thus lowering the chances of any future heart attack and stroke. It may also be used to improve the symptoms of chronic (long-standing) heart failure. It helps to preserve kidney function, especially in patients with diabetes. This medicine may be used alone or in combination with other medicines. It is taken by mouth (orally), with or without food, preferably at the same time each day. Side effects are few and uncommon with this medicine. However, dizziness may occur due to low blood pressure, particularly after the first dose.

Uses of Cantar Tablet

Hypertension (high blood pressure)
Heart failure
Prevention of heart attack and stroke

Benefits of Cantar Tablet

In Hypertension (high blood pressure)

Cantar 16mg Tablet lowers blood pressure by relaxing blood vessels and making it easier for your heart to pump blood around your body. It must be taken regularly as prescribed to be effective. You do not usually feel any direct benefit from taking this medicine, but it works in the long term to keep you well.

In Heart failure

Heart failure means your heart is weak and cannot pump enough blood to your lungs and the rest of your body. The most common symptoms are breathlessness, tiredness, and swelling in your legs, ankles, abdomen, and other parts of your body. Cantar 16mg Tablet lowers your blood pressure, making it easier for your heart to pump blood around your body, and is, therefore, an effective treatment for heart failure.

This medicine will help relieve your symptoms, making you feel better and more energetic. You should make appropriate lifestyle changes (such as eating healthily and keeping active) to help this medicine be effective. Take it regularly and keep taking it even if you feel better.

In Prevention of heart attack and stroke

Cantar 16mg Tablet lowers your blood pressure and makes it easier for your heart to pump blood around your body. If your blood pressure is controlled you are less at risk of having a heart attack or stroke. Keep taking this medicine regularly.

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Side effects of Cantar 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 Cantar

Dizziness
Back pain
Upper respiratory tract infection
Sore throat
Nasal congestion (stuffy nose)

How to use Cantar 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. Cantar 16mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Cantar 16mg Tablet.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Cantar 16mg 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

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Cantar 16mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

Cantar 16mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Cantar 16mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Cantar 16mg Tablet is recommended.
However, talk to your doctor if you have any underlying kidney disease. Regular monitoring of blood pressure, kidney function test, and potassium levels may be advised.

Liver

CAUTION

Cantar 16mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Cantar 16mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Cantar 16mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.

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Quick tips

It can make you feel dizzy for the first few days. Rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down for a long time.
Your doctor may get regular tests done to monitor the level of urea, creatinine, and potassium in your blood.
Avoid taking anti-inflammatory medicines such as ibuprofen along with this medicine without consulting your doctor.
Do not take Cantar 16mg Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Do not stop taking it suddenly without talking to your doctor.

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FAQs

Which class does Cantar 16mg Tablet belong to?

Cantar 16mg Tablet belongs to a class of medicines called angiotensin II receptor antagonists (AIIRAs). Angiotensin II is a naturally occurring substance in the body. It tightens the blood vessels, which in turn increases the blood pressure. Cantar 16mg Tablet blocks this effect so that the blood vessels relax, which helps lower your blood pressure.

How should I take Cantar 16mg Tablet?

You should take Cantar 16mg Tablet exactly as directed by your doctor. It is for oral use and is usually taken once a day. You should take it with plenty of water, with or without food. It is recommended that you take this medicine at the same time every day.

How long does Cantar 16mg Tablet take to start working?

Cantar 16mg Tablet may take about 2 weeks to show a visible reduction in blood pressure. However, the medicine may take a little longer, about 4 weeks to show full benefits.

What is the most important information I should know about Cantar 16mg Tablet?

It is important for you to know that this medicine can cause harm or death to your unborn baby. Therefore, if you are planning a pregnancy or have become pregnant, consult your doctor right away. The doctor may switch you to a different medicine to treat your high blood pressure.

Is Cantar 16mg Tablet better than telmisartan?

Both Cantar 16mg Tablet and telmisartan are blood pressure-lowering medicines. Cantar 16mg Tablet is a relatively new medicine. It has been found to be as effective as telmisartan in lowering blood pressure. It can be safely used in patients as it has fewer side effects.

Can I stop Cantar 16mg Tablet on my own?

No, do not stop taking Cantar 16mg Tablet without speaking to your doctor, even if you are feeling well or your blood pressure is controlled. Stopping it suddenly may increase your blood pressure which may increase your risk of stroke.

What are the symptoms of overdose of Cantar 16mg Tablet?

Taking more than the recommended dose of Cantar 16mg Tablet may decrease your blood pressure due to which you may feel dizzy or may even faint. Consult your doctor immediately or seek emergency medical aid in a nearby hospital.

Who should not take Cantar 16mg Tablet?

You should not take Cantar 16mg Tablet if you are allergic to it or if you are pregnant. Avoid its use if you have diabetes, impaired kidney function or if you are being treated with a blood pressure-lowering medicine containing aliskiren.

What if I forget to take a dose of Cantar 16mg Tablet?

If you forget to take a dose of Cantar 16mg Tablet, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next scheduled dose. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one as this may increase the chances of developing side effects.

What other lifestyle changes should I make while taking Cantar 16mg Tablet?

Lifestyle changes play a major role in keeping you healthy if you are taking Cantar 16mg Tablet. Avoid taking excess salt in your diet and find ways to reduce or manage stress in your life. Practice yoga or meditation or take up a hobby. Ensure that you have a sound sleep every night as this also helps to reduce stress levels and helps to keep your blood pressure normal. Stop smoking and alcohol consumption as this helps in lowering your blood pressure and preventing heart problems. Exercise regularly and take a balanced diet that includes whole grains, fresh fruits, vegetables and fat-free products. Consult your doctor if you need any further guidance to get the maximum benefit of Cantar 16mg Tablet and to keep yourself healthy.

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