Macitentan is an endothelin receptor antagonist that is used in the therapy of pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH).
Uses
Macitentan is generally used in treatment of the treatment of pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH).
Side effects
Anemia (low number of red blood cells)
Bronchitis (inflammation of the airways)
Edema (swelling)
Headache
Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages)
How to use
Consume this medicine in the dosage and duration as per your doctors advise. While taking Macitentan, swallow it completely without crushing, breaking or chewing it.
How it works
Macitentan is an endothelin receptor blocker. It blocks the action of endothelin (a natural substance) that causes blood vessels to narrow (constrict). This narrowing increases the pressure in the blood vessels of the lungs. Macitentan helps relax these blood vessels and increases the supply of blood to the lungs.
Expert Advice
Your doctor has prescribed Macitentan to treat high pressure in the blood vessels that carry blood from the heart to the lungs (the pulmonary arteries).It helps improve your quality of life, exercise ability, and delay disease progression.Notify your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive or breastfeeding.Your doctor may ask you to get routine blood tests done to check for anaemia and to assess the functioning of your liver.Don't drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how Macitentan affects you.Inform your doctor if you notice weight gain, swelling of your arms and legs, or difficulty breathing.Inform your doctor if you notice yellowing of skin/eye, dark urine, or stomach pain.
Product Details
SKU: PC-64163 Product Description: Macitent Tablet 10 mg is manufactured by Msn Laboratories Packing: Strip Condition: New Sold by: Pulse Pharmacy India Pvt. Ltd.