- Overview
- Uses
- Benefits
- Side Effect
- How to use
- How It works
- What if you forget to take?
- Safety Advice
- FAQ
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Last Updated On: Jun 18, 2023
Cardil 5mg
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Product Overview
Composition: Amlodipine Besilate 5mg
It is the drug of choice in the treatment of hypertension. Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Amlodipine belongs to a class of drugs known as calcium channel blockers. It works by relaxing blood vessels so blood can flow more easily.
Uses
For Hypertension ( High Blood Pressure)
Side Effect
Common side effects:
- Dizziness
- Lightheadedness
- Swelling ankles/feet, or flushing may occur.
How to use
Take this medication by mouth with or without food as directed by your doctor, usually once daily.
How It works
Amlodipine belongs to a class of drugs known as calcium channel blockers. It works by relaxing blood vessels so blood can flow more easily.Amlodipine is also used to prevent certain types of chest pain (angina). It may help to increase your ability to exercise and decrease the frequency of angina attacks.
Safety Advice for Cardil 5mg
Allergies
Before taking amlodipine, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or to other dihydropyridine calcium channel blockers (such as nisoldipine, nifedipine) or if you have any other allergies.
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