Cilacar 5mg Tablet – Pack of 15 for Effective Treatment

Cilacar 5mg Tablet 15's

Uses:

• Hypertension (high blood pressure) and its associated vascular disease.
• Angina (chest pain due to reduced blood flow to the heart).

Therapeutic Effects:

• Cilacar 5mg Tablet 15's is a calcium channel blocker.
• It blocks the L-type and N-type calcium channels in vascular smooth muscle and sympathetic nerve terminals, respectively, inhibiting calcium entry into the cells.
• It dilates the blood vessels and arteries, resulting in a considerable reduction in blood pressure.

Dosage and Administration:

• Take the medication before a meal at the same time every day.
• Avoid chewing, breaking, or crushing the tablet.
• The dosage is determined by the physician based on the medical condition.

Safety Advice:

• Do not take if allergic to cilacar 5mg Tablet 15's or any of its ingredients.
• Inform your doctor if you have any heart conditions, severe liver or kidney problems.
• Avoid consuming grapefruit or its juice during treatment.
• Notify your doctor immediately if you are taking other medicines such as Cyclosporine, Antifungal, and Macrolides antibiotics.
• Pregnancy and breastfeeding: consult your doctor for more information.
• Discuss dosage management if you have liver or kidney problems.

Side Effects:

• Serious: low blood pressure, heart failure, poor heart functioning.
• Common: tiredness, swelling of face, tongue, eyelids, hands, and feet, sleepiness, flushing, hypotension, headache, nausea, dizziness, palpitations, stomach pain, edema (swelling in the body’s tissue).

FAQs:

• Q1. Can cilacar 5mg Tablet 15's be taken at night?
  • Yes, cilacar 5mg Tablet 15's can be taken at any time of the day. However, it is best to take it simultaneously each day to maintain consistent levels in the body.
• Q2. Can cilacar 5mg Tablet 15's cause headaches?
  • Yes, cilacar 5mg Tablet 15's can cause headaches. If the headaches are severe or persistent, consult with your doctor.
• Q3. Can cilacar 5mg Tablet 15's be taken with other medications?
  • Cilacar 5mg Tablet 15's may interact with other medications, so informing your doctor about your current medications is important.
• Q4. What do I do if I experience serious side effects while taking cilacar 5mg Tablet 15's?
  • If you are experiencing any serious side effects while taking cilacar 5mg Tablet 15's, you should immediately stop and seek medical attention.
• Q5. Do we need contraception during the treatment with cilacar 5mg Tablet 15's?
  • Using effective contraception while taking cilacar 5mg Tablet 15's is mandatory if you are sexually active and do not wish to become pregnant. Discussing your contraceptive options with your doctor to determine the best method for you while taking cilacar 5mg Tablet 15's is recommended.

Fact Box:

• Molecule name: Cilnidipine.
• Therapeutic class: Anti-hypertensive.
• Pharmacological class: Calcium channel blocker.
• Indication:
  • Angina (chest pain due to reduced blood flow to the heart).
  • Hypertension (high blood pressure) and its associated vascular disease.

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