Uses / Indications:
High blood pressure (hypertension)
Chronic stable angina (chest pain caused by a lack of blood flow to the heart)
May be favored in individuals with hypertension and diabetes, renal pathology, or tachycardia.
Pregnancy interaction:
It is not certain how safe Ciladuo 5mg Tablet is during pregnancy.
There are only a few human research, and animal studies haven't demonstrated any severe danger, but it's best to be careful.
When the advantages outweigh the hazards, a doctor should only give it to a pregnant woman.
Labetalol, nifedipine, or methyldopa are the best options for pregnant women.
If used, it is best to keep a close eye on the mother's blood pressure and the baby's growth.
Expert advice:
Take Ciladuo 5mg Tablet every day at the same time, preferably in the morning.
Don't suddenly stop taking the drug.
Check your heart rate and blood pressure often.
Don't drink too much alcohol and limit foods that are heavy in salt.
If your feet or ankles are swelling, you feel dizzy all the time, or your heart is racing, tell your doctor.
Take your medicine and live a healthy life by eating less salt, exercising, and keeping your weight in check.
Side Effects:
A lot of the time:
Pain in the head
Feeling dizzy or lightheaded
Swelling of the feet and ankles (peripheral edema)
Flushing
Tiredness
Very serious (rare):
Very low blood pressure (severe hypotension)
Palpitations and an irregular pulse
Gingival hyperplasia, or gum overgrowth
Allergic response (rash, itching, trouble breathing)
How to use:
You can take it with or without food and a glass of water.
The usual starting dose is 5 mg once a day, although this may be changed based on how your blood pressure responds.
Do not crumble or chew; just swallow.
If you forget a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it's close to the next dose, skip it.
How it works:
Cilnidipine is a CCB, which stands for calcium channel blocker.
It stops L-type calcium channels in blood arteries, which makes them relax and decreases blood pressure.
It also stops N-type calcium channels in sympathetic nerves, which lowers the production of norepinephrine, slows the heart rate, and stops reflex tachycardia.
This dual action helps it work for high blood pressure with fast heart rate, kidney illness, or diabetes.
Faq for medicine:
What is Ciladuo 5mg Tablet used for?
It is used to treat excessive blood pressure (hypertension) and, in rare cases, chronic stable angina.
Q2: How quickly does Ciladuo 5mg Tablet start to work?
It takes a few hours for blood pressure to start to go down, but it may take 1 to 2 weeks for the entire effect to happen.
Q3: Is it okay to quit taking Ciladuo 5mg Tablet all at once?
No, stopping suddenly could induce rebound hypertension. Talk to your doctor first.
Q4: Is it okay to drink alcohol while taking Ciladuo 5mg Tablet?
Don't drink alcohol, because it can make dizziness and low blood pressure worse.
Q5: Is it safe for older people to use Ciladuo 5mg Tablet?
Yes, although the dose (5mg) is usually started low to keep the BP from dropping too much.
Medicine interaction:
Other antihypertensives (beta-blockers, ACE inhibitors, ARBs, diuretics): They reduce blood pressure even more.
Drinking alcohol can raise your risk of having low blood pressure and feeling dizzy.
CYP3A4 inhibitors (ketoconazole, erythromycin, ritonavir) raise the levels of cilnidipine.
CYP3A4 inducers (rifampicin, carbamazepine, phenytoin): make it less effective.
Grapefruit juice: May raise medication levels, which might cause blood pressure to drop too low.
