Tarka is a drug used to treat high blood pressure in adults -- but it is not a cure for high blood pressure. This eMedTV segment covers how Tarka works, how and when to take it, potential side effects, and available strengths.
Headaches, constipation, and a cough are a few common Tarka side effects. This eMedTV Web page also discusses the drug's serious side effects (such as difficulty breathing or swallowing and yellowing of the skin) and rare side effects (such as gout).
This portion of the eMedTV archives describes how Tarka can cause a chronic, dry cough in some people. In previous clinical studies, up to 4.6 percent of people taking Tarka for high blood pressure reported a Tarka cough.
This eMedTV page lists things you can do if you're taking Tarka and weight gain occurs, such as getting regular exercise and eating a heart-healthy diet. This page also explains how rapid weight gain can signify heart failure in some people on Tarka.
Impotence and a decreased sex drive are two sexual side effects reported rarely with Tarka. As this eMedTV Web page explains, you should contact your healthcare provider if, during treatment with Tarka, sexual side effects do occur.
For people taking Tarka, depression does not appear to be a common or rare side effect. This eMedTV article explores Tarka and depression, highlighting some of the common symptoms of depression, such as fatigue and difficulty concentrating.
As this eMedTV article explains, the prescription drug Tarka is licensed to control high blood pressure in adults. There are no universally approved off-label Tarka uses. This page also describes the effects of Tarka and how the drug works.
As this eMedTV resource explains, the recommended Tarka dosage for people with high blood pressure will vary from Tarka 2 mg/180 mg to Tarka 4 mg/240 mg once a day. This page also lists tips for taking your Tarka dose.
This portion of the eMedTV archives describes how Tarka drug interactions can alter the levels of some drugs in the blood and contribute to kidney damage. Among the drugs that can potentially interact with Tarka are diuretics, NSAIDs, and lithium.
Among the Tarka precautions and warnings discussed in this section of the eMedTV library are an increased risk of infections in some people taking Tarka and the safety of taking the drug if you're pregnant or have liver or kidney disease.
Problems with Tarka and pregnancy can potentially occur during any trimester. This eMedTV page covers complications seen with some fetuses or newborns exposed to Tarka during pregnancy, such as developmental problems with the lungs or loss of life.
While it is uncommon, a person can overdose on Tarka. This portion of the eMedTV archives describes some Tarka overdose symptoms (such as dizziness, an irregular heartbeat, and seizures) and treatment options (including fluids through an IV).
This section of the eMedTV library discusses why it's impossible to know how soon a generic version of Tarka could become available, and also warns against buying any drug currently sold as "generic Tarka."
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