Calcigard 5 Capsule (Nifedipine 5mg)

CALCIGARD 5MG CAPSULE belongs to a group of medications called Calcium channel blockers primarily used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Hypertension (High blood pressure) is a condition in which the force exerted by the blood against the artery walls becomes so high that it causes health problems, such as heart disease. It is also used to reduce strokes and chest pain (angina) caused by the arteries’ blockage. In addition to this, CALCIGARD 5MG CAPSULE is also used to treat preterm labour.

CALCIGARD 5MG CAPSULE works by relaxing the blood vessels; this lowers your blood pressure and reduces your risk of having a stroke, a heart attack, other heart problems, or kidney problems in the future. This medicine needs to be taken regularly to be effective and also for the best results.

You can take CALCIGARD 5MG CAPSULE with food or without food. It should be swallowed whole with a glass of water. Do not chew, bite, or break it. Your doctor will advise you how often you take your tablets based on your medical condition. You may experience low blood pressure, headache, slow heartbeat, dizziness, and rash in some cases. Most of these side effects of CALCIGARD 5MG CAPSULE do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

Try not to stop taking this medicine of your own. Let your doctor know if you have any liver or heart problems, are pregnant or breastfeeding. You should monitor your blood pressure regularly to be sure that the CALCIGARD 5MG CAPSULE is working efficiently. And also, a healthy diet, regular exercise is necessary to keep blood pressure under control. Do not eat grapefruit or drink grapefruit juice while you’re taking nifedipine. It can make side effects worse. Even a small reduction in sodium in your diet helps improve your heart’s health and reduce blood pressure.

Uses of Calcigard 5 Capsule

Hypertension (high blood pressure)

CALCIGARD 5MG CAPSULE works by relaxing the blood vessels; this lowers your blood pressure and reduces your risk of having a stroke, a heart attack, heart-related chest pain (angina) other heart problems, or kidney problems in the future. This medicine needs to be taken regularly to be effective and also for the best results.

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CALCIGARD 5MG CAPSULE should be taken with food to allow the absorption to be slower and the risk of orthostatic hypotension to be reduced or as directed by your physician. Swallow the whole tablet with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew, or break it.

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Most of the side effects of CALCIGARD 5MG CAPSULE do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor. The most common side effects of CALCIGARD 5MG CAPSULE are low blood pressure, headache, slow heartbeat, dizziness, rash. In some people, some of these events may continue after you stop taking CALCIGARD 5MG CAPSULE. Very rarely, it can cause peripheral oedema (swelling of your lower legs or hands), angioedema (swelling in the deep layers of the skin), flushing (reddening of your neck, upper chest, or face). It is not necessary for everyone to experience the above side effects. In case of any discomfort, speak with your doctor.