Cilnidipine Tablet: Quick Summary
Uses, benefits, side effects, dosage & important warnings
Drug Name
Cilnidipine Tablet
Generic Name
Cilnidipine
Drug Class
Calcium Channel Blocker (CCB)
Uses
Treatment of high blood pressure (hypertension)
Benefits
Helps relax blood vessels and lower elevated blood pressure
Side Effects
Headache, dizziness, flushing, ankle swelling, fatigue and palpitations may occur
Common Strengths
5 mg and 10 mg
Dosage
Dose is individualized according to blood pressure and response to treatment
How to Take
Usually taken once daily, with or without food, as prescribed
How It Works
Blocks calcium channels in blood vessels, helping relax the arteries and reduce blood pressure
Monitoring
Blood pressure, dizziness, ankle swelling and response to treatment may require monitoring
Important
Do not stop or change the dose without medical advice
📉 Low Blood Pressure Warning:
Cilnidipine can lower blood pressure. Dizziness or light-headedness may occur, especially when treatment is started or the dose is changed.
Cilnidipine can lower blood pressure. Dizziness or light-headedness may occur, especially when treatment is started or the dose is changed.
🦶 Ankle Swelling:
Swelling of the ankles or feet can occur with calcium channel blockers. Contact your healthcare professional if swelling is severe, persistent or troublesome.
Swelling of the ankles or feet can occur with calcium channel blockers. Contact your healthcare professional if swelling is severe, persistent or troublesome.
❤️ Heart & Blood Pressure Warning:
Cilnidipine is used for controlling hypertension and should be taken regularly as prescribed. It should not be used to treat sudden, severe increases in blood pressure without medical supervision.
Cilnidipine is used for controlling hypertension and should be taken regularly as prescribed. It should not be used to treat sudden, severe increases in blood pressure without medical supervision.
🤰 Pregnancy & Breastfeeding:
If you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding, consult your doctor before taking cilnidipine.
If you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding, consult your doctor before taking cilnidipine.