Cilacar 20 Tablet (Cilnidipine 20mg)

Cilacar T 20/40 Tablet 10’s belongs to the class of anti-hypertensives primarily taken for the treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure) and heart-related chest pain (angina). It comprises of Cilnidipine (calcium channel blocker) and Telmisartan (angiotensin receptor blocker). Hypertension is a lifelong or chronic condition in which the force exerted by the blood against the artery walls becomes so high that it leads to heart diseases. Angina is chest pain caused by reduced blood flow to the heart.

Cilacar T 20/40 Tablet 10’s is composed of Cilnidipine and Telmisartan, prescribed to treat hypertension. Cilnidipine blocks the activities of the calcium channels present in the blood vessels of the heart. As a result, the blood vessels widen, and supply to the heart increases, lowering the elevated blood pressure and the workload placed on the heart. Telmisartan works by blocking the action of certain substances that are responsible for tightening the blood vessels. It allows the blood to flow more smoothly and makes the heart more efficient at pumping blood throughout the body. Thus, it reduces the chance of having any heart attack or stroke in the future.

You can take Cilacar T 20/40 Tablet 10’s 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. Common side effects of Cilacar T 20/40 Tablet 10’s include sore back, diarrhoea, congested feeling, spinning sensation, soreness in the sinus. Most of these side effects of Cilacar T 20/40 Tablet 10’s do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

Don’t stop taking $ name without your doctor advice. Sudden Stopping Cilacar T 20/40 Tablet 10’s may cause changes in your heart rhythm and blood pressure, cause chest pain, or a heart attack. Your doctor will lower your dose gradually over a period of time to help prevent these symptoms.  It is advised to drink plenty of fluids while taking this medicine to overcome dry mouth and extreme thirst. Patients suffering from kidney problems may be required to undergo regular blood creatinine, and potassium levels test as Cilacar T 20/40 Tablet 10’s affects electrolytes level in our body can be monitored.

Hypertension (high blood pressure)

Cilacar T 20/40 Tablet 10’s is composed of Cilnidipine and Telmisartan, prescribed to treat hypertension. Cilnidipine blocks the activities of the calcium channels present in the blood vessels of the heart. As a result, the blood vessels widen, and supply to the heart increases, lowering the elevated blood pressure and the workload placed on the heart. Due to its calcium channel blocking nature it may be also prescribed for relieving the heart’s workload caused due to the heart attack or stroke. Telmisartan works by blocking the action of certain substances that are responsible for tightening the blood vessels. It allows the blood to flow more smoothly and makes the heart more efficient at pumping blood throughout the body. Thus, it reduces the chance of having any heart attack or stroke in the future. Additionally, it has a protective effect on the kidney, and in the condition of diabetes.

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Cilacar T 20/40 Tablet 10’s should be taken daily one with food to allow its slow absorption and to reduce risk of sudden lowering of blood pressure. 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 Cilacar T 20/40 Tablet 10’s do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. Most of the common side effect of Cilacar T 20/40 Tablet 10’s are sore back, diarrhoea, congested feeling, spinning sensation, soreness in the sinus. It is not necessary for everyone to experience the above side effects. However, if these side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.