Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Do not take Tarka if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant unless specifically instructed by your healthcare provider.
Trandolapril, one of the ingredients in Tarka, can cause serious harm or even death to an unborn baby, especially during the second and third trimesters of pregnancy.
If you become pregnant while taking Tarka, stop taking the medication and contact your healthcare provider immediately for medical advice.
It is not known whether the ingredients in Tarka pass into breast milk. Talk to your healthcare provider before breastfeeding while taking this medication.
Drowsiness and alcohol
Tarka may cause dizziness, drowsiness, or tiredness in some people.
Do not drive, operate machinery, or perform activities requiring alertness until you know how Tarka affects you.
Avoid alcohol while taking Tarka, as alcohol can increase dizziness, drowsiness, and the risk of side effects.
Liver problems
In rare cases, Tarka may cause liver problems.
Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience symptoms that may indicate liver injury, including:
- Dark urine
- Yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice)
- Unusual tiredness
- Loss of appetite
- Nausea or vomiting
- Stomach pain or discomfort
- Pale or light-coloured stools
Your healthcare provider may perform blood tests to monitor liver function if needed.
Heart-related risks
Tarka may affect heart function in some people.
It may cause or worsen certain heart problems, including:
- Slow heartbeat (bradycardia)
- Worsening heart failure
- Fluid buildup in the lungs (pulmonary edema)
Tarka may not be appropriate for people with certain serious heart conditions, including severe heart failure, certain heart rhythm problems, or other significant heart abnormalities.
Tell your healthcare provider if you have a history of heart disease, heart failure, irregular heartbeat, or other heart conditions before starting Tarka.
Grapefruit interactions
Avoid grapefruit and grapefruit juice while taking Tarka.
Grapefruit can interfere with how verapamil is broken down in the body, which may increase the amount of medication in your bloodstream and raise the risk of side effects.
Other important reminders
Tell your healthcare provider about all prescription medications, over-the-counter products, vitamins, and supplements you take before starting Tarka.
Do not stop taking Tarka suddenly without medical advice, as your blood pressure may increase and your condition may worsen.
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