Cilnikem 20 Tablet (Cilnidipine 20mg)

INTRODUCTION

CILNIKEM 20MG contains a medicine called cilnidipine which belongs to the group of medicines called calcium channel blockers. It is indicated for the management of hypertension. Hypertension (high blood pressure), is a medical condition in which the blood vessels have persistently raised pressure. It can increase the risk of heart, brain, kidney and other diseases.

Cilnidipine lowers your blood pressure by preventing the entry of calcium into the cardiac cells. Generally, calcium ions enter the heart muscle cells during each heartbeat and helps in cardiac contractility. By blocking calcium entry, cilnidipine allows blood vessels to relax and dilate, thereby reducing blood pressure. Along with the therapy, your doctor would also recommend you avoid smoking or alcohol consumption, a well-balanced diet with reduced salt intake, weight management and to have an undisturbed sleep.

The most common side effects of taking this medicine are dizziness, flushing, palpitations and headache. If any of these symptoms bother you, consult your doctor. This medicine is contraindicated in patients with other severe heart diseases like hypotension, heart failure or angina. Consult your doctor before taking. Avoid concomitant use of CILNIKEM 20MG with other antihypertensive drugs without consulting your doctor. Regularly monitor your blood pressure levels as a precaution to avoid unwanted side effects. Before taking this medicine inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

USES OF CILNIKEM 20MG

Management of Hypertension

HOW CILNIKEM 20MG WORKS

Cilnidipine prevents the entry of calcium ions into the cardiac cells by inhibiting the L-type calcium channels of blood vessels. Blocking calcium influx, suppresses the contraction of blood vessels and dilates them, thereby reducing blood pressure.

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DIRECTIONS FOR USE

Take this medicine as directed by your physician. Swallow the medicine as a whole with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dose for you depending upon your condition. Continue to take this medicine, as long as your doctor tells you to do so, to obtain better results.

SIDE EFFECTS OF CILNIKEM 20MG

COMMON
Dizziness
Flushing
Headache
Tachycardia
Palpitations
Nausea
GI disturbances
Increased micturition (feeling of passing urine) frequency
Lethargy

HOW TO MANAGE SIDE EFFECTS

Feeling sick (nausea):

Try taking this medicine with, or just after meal and stick to simple meals. Avoid eating rich or spicy food.

Headache:

Rest and drink plenty of fluids. Do not drink too much alcohol. Ask your doctor to recommend a painkiller.

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