Description
Composition Macitentan (10mg)
Substitutes OPSUMIT 10mg
Primary Use Pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH)
cautionPotentially unsafe with Pregnancy
Medicine Overview of Opsutan Tablet
Uses of Opsutan Tablet
Opsutan 10mg Tablet is used in the treatment of pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH).
Opsutan Tablet side effects
Common
Respiratory tract infection, Anemia (low number of red blood cells).
How to use Opsutan 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. Opsutan 10mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Opsutan Tablet works
Opsutan 10mg Tablet is an endothelin receptor antagonist. It works by suppressing the action of endothelin, a natural substance that tightens the blood vessels and prevents normal blood flow in patients who have pulmonary hypertension.
In Depth Information on Opsutan Tablet
Expert advice for Opsutan Tablet
- Your doctor has prescribed Opsutan to treat the high pressure in the blood vessels (the pulmonary arteries) that carry blood from the heart to the lungs.
- Can help improve your quality of life and exercise ability.
- Notify your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
- It is necessary to get routine blood tests done to check for anemia and to assess the functioning of your liver.
Opsutan Tablet related warnings
Special precautions for Opsutan Tablet
Alcohol
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CAUTION
Opsutan 10mg Tablet is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Human and animal studies have shown significant adverse effects on the foetus. Please consult your doctor.
Lactation
CAUTION
Opsutan 10mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during lactation. Limited human data suggest that the drug could represent a significant risk to the baby.
Driving
Do not drive unless you are feeling well. As Opsutan 10mg Tablet can induce hypotension (decrease of your blood pressure) which can make you feel dizzy and this can affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
SAFE
Opsutan 10mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Opsutan 10mg Tablet is recommended.
Liver
CAUTION
Opsutan 10mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Opsutan 10mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Use of Opsutan 10mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with moderate and severe liver disease.
What if you miss a dose of Opsutan Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Opsutan 10mg 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.
