Mavik is a drug that can be used to treat high blood pressure. This eMedTV Web page lists other Mavik uses (such as lowering the risk of developing congestive heart failure symptoms after a heart attack), as well as possible side effects of the drug.
Among the Mavik side effects listed on this eMedTV Web page are common side effects like diarrhea and a cough; rare side effects like gout and anxiety; and side effects you should report to your doctor right away, such as unexplained skin rash.
One common side effect of Mavik is a dry, chronic cough. This eMedTV page provides information on what causes this cough and what to do if it occurs, as well as statistics on how many people experience a Mavik cough while taking the medicine.
With the use of Mavik, sexual side effects like impotence or a decreased sex drive may occur in some people. This eMedTV page discusses the likelihood of developing sexual side effects while on Mavik and advises talking to your doctor if they occur.
This eMedTV Web page lists things you can do if you're taking Mavik and weight gain occurs (such as exercising and limiting alcohol intake), and also warns that rapid weight gain can signify congestive heart failure in some people taking this drug.
Among the symptoms of depression are restlessness, irritability, and feelings of hopelessness and pessimism. This eMedTV page explains that while depression and Mavik don't appear to be linked, it's still important to know possible depression symptoms.
What is Mavik used for? As this eMedTV article explains, Mavik is used for controlling high blood pressure and improving survival and/or decreasing the risks of developing congestive heart failure in people who have recently suffered a heart attack.
This eMedTV page lists the starting Mavik dose for high blood pressure (1 mg or 2 mg once daily), Mavik dosages for congestive heart failure or left ventricular dysfunction following a heart attack or stroke, and some general tips on Mavik dosing.
Lithium, diuretics, and NSAIDs are among the drugs that can potentially interact with Mavik. As this eMedTV page explains, Mavik drug interactions can alter the levels of some drugs in your blood and contribute to kidney damage, among other things.
A few of the Mavik precautions and warnings covered on this eMedTV page are potential drug interactions, the safety of taking Mavik while pregnant or nursing, and the risk of side effects like a cough or liver failure in some people taking the drug.
Mavik can cause complications, including death, to a fetus. This eMedTV page advises talking to your doctor if you're on Mavik and pregnancy occurs. Your doctor may still recommend taking Mavik if its benefits outweigh the possible risk to your fetus.
Kidney failure and extremely low blood pressure are among the signs of a Mavik overdose. This eMedTV page stresses the importance of seeking medical attention right away if a Mavik overdose occurs, and lists treatment options like fluids through an IV.
This page on the eMedTV Web site provides an overview of generic Mavik, which is available in three strengths (1 mg, 2 mg, and 4 mg) and is made by several companies (including Sandoz Pharmaceuticals and Teva Pharmaceuticals).
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