Rancil 5 Tablet (Cilnidipine 5mg)

Medical Description

Rancil Tablet is a blood pressure-lowering medicine. It contains cilnidipine as an active ingredient. It is used for the treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure). It works by suppressing the contraction of blood vessels and thereby reducing blood pressure. The dose and duration of this medicine are decided by your doctor after assessing your condition. You should take this medicine at a fixed time for optimal results. High blood pressure is a critical health condition, if not treated, can affect other organs such as the brain, kidneys and blood vessels. Taking this medicine regularly as prescribed by your doctor along with other lifestyle modifications can help you control your blood pressure better. A few of these modifications include eating a low fat and salt diet, maintaining a healthy weight, regular exercise, limiting alcohol consumption and avoid smoking.

Uses of Rancil 5 MG

For the treatment of high blood pressure.

Contraindications of Rancil 5 MG

If you are allergic to cilnidipine or any ingredients of this medicine.

Side effects of Rancil 5 MG

Dizziness
Flushing
Headache
Low blood pressure
Swelling

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if
You have any heart-related problems such as low blood pressure, heart failure, etc.
You experience chest pain after taking this medicine.
You are pregnant or breastfeeding.

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Mode of Action of Rancil 5 MG

How Does It Work?
Rancil Tablet works by inhibiting certain receptors on your blood vessels responsible for the constriction of blood vessels. This relaxes and widens the blood vessels and reduces blood pressure.

Directions for Use of Rancil 5 MG

This medicine should be taken as directed by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. You should try to consume this medicine at a fixed time for effective blood pressure control.

Interactions of Rancil 5 MG

Interactions with other medicines
Certain medicines affects the way Rancil Tablet works or Rancil itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
Especially if you are taking other medicines for lowering high blood pressure, medicines for brain-related disorders, and medicine for the treatment of uneven heart rhythm.
Inform your doctor about any other medicines, herbal preparations and supplements you are currently taking or might take to avoid any interaction with this combination of medicine.

Storage and disposal of Rancil 5 MG

Store this medicine in a cool and dry place, protected from direct sunlight, moisture and heat.
Keep it away from children and pets.
Do not use expired or damaged medicines. Discard any unused medicine properly.

Dosage of Rancil 5 MG

Overdose
An overdose should be immediately reported to your treating doctor or nearby hospital. Always carry the package of the tablet along with you for easy assessment of the severity of an overdose.
Missed a Dose
You should never miss a dose of this medicine and take the missed dose as soon as possible. Never take two doses to compensate for the missed dose.