Cilacar 5 Tablet

Cilacar 5 Tablet is known to be channel blocker of calcium. It aids in treating high blood pressure. Cilacar 5 Tablet stops the calcium activity on the blood vessels and the heart. As a result there is an increase in the supply of blood to the heart. This in turn helps lower blood pressure as well as slows down the heart rate.

Moreover, Cilacar 5 Tablet effectively helps to reduce strain on the heart in case of a heart attack. The drug is meant to be taken orally and its dosage may vary from 5 mg to 10 mg. In case of some individuals a dosage as high as 20 mg may also be prescribed. Cilacar 5 Tablet should be consumed once or even twice daily depending on the dosage and intensity of the condition.

Although the consumption of Cilacar 5 Tablet tablets may not lead to any side effects in some patients, other can suffer from side effects like-

• Fatigue
• Eye Pain
• Headache
• Pain in the chest area
• Nausea and dizziness
• flushing of the face, neck and even ears
• Edema

In case of any severe reaction or side effect to Cilacar 5 Tablet it is best that one should consult their doctor as soon as possible. This drug should not be taken unless it is prescribed by a doctor. Before taking Cilacar 5 Tablet, one should inform their doctor about the medication that they are currently under.

Detailed information on allergies, other health issues and conditions should also be thoroughly discussed. Certain factors that should be kept in mind by patients who are taking this drug regularly include-

• Do not consume grapefruit juice when on Cilacar 5 Tablet
• Driving should be avoided as dizziness is one of the side effects of the medicine.
• Do not stop taking Cilacar 5 Tablet suddenly. It may result in worsening of hypertension

• Hypertension

• heart attack

• Stroke

• Allergy

• Fatigue

• Sleepiness

• Flushing

• Headache

• Nausea

• Dizziness

• Palpitations

• Edema (Swelling)

• Abdominal Pain

• How long is the duration of effect?

  The duration of action of this medication is not clinically established.

• What is the onset of action?

  There are no established clinical studies regarding the onset of action of this medicine. However, it is reported to have a delayed onset in the range of 7-8 hours.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  This medicine is not recommended for use if you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy in near future.

• Is it habit forming?

  No habit forming tendencies were reported.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  This medication is not recommended for use if you are breastfeeding.

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  Caution is advised in consuming alcohol while taking this medicine.Kindly consult your doctor.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  This medicine might cause side effects that could affect the consciousness of the patient. Thus driving must be avoided while taking this medicine.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  It is found that this medicine is probably safe to be used in patients with kidney disease. Available limited data suggests that adjustment of dose might not be needed. Kindly consult your doctor before taking it.

• Does this affect liver function?

  Limited information is available regarding its use in patient with liver disease. Kindly consult your doctor before taking it.

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Cilacar 5 Tablet , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• Cilnipar 5 MG Tablet

  Wockhardt Ltd

• Rancil 5 MG Tablet

  Ranbaxy Laboratories Ltd

• Torcilin 5 MG Tablet

  Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Cilogard 5 MG Tablet

  Cipla Ltd

• S Amlosafe 1.25 MG Tablet

  Aristo Pharmaceuticals Pvt.Ltd

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  Take the missed dose as soon as you remember.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Contact your doctor immediately if an overdose is suspected.

This medication is a calcium channel blocker. It works by inhibiting the entry of calcium into the cardiac and vascular smooth muscles and prevents the contraction of the muscles and thereby reduces the blood pressure.

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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• Interaction with Lab Test

  Urinary vanillylmandelic acid

  Report the use of this medicine if you have been asked to undergo this test for the presence of adrenal gland tumor. Use of this medicine is likely to give false value that might be higher than normal.

• Interaction with Medicine

  This medication reacts with carbamazepine, primaquine and cimetidine.

• Interaction with Disease

  This medication interacts with hypotension or cardiogenic shock and congestive heart failure.

• Ques : What is Cilacar 5 tablet?

  Ans : This tablet is a medicine belonging to the calcium channel blocker group. It relaxes the blood vessels and works by blocking the activity of calcium channels in the blood vessels to reduce blood pressure.

• Ques : What are the uses of Cilacar 5 Tablet?

  Ans : This medication is used for the treatment of hypertension.

• Ques : What are the Side Effects of Cilacar 5 tablet?

  Ans : Possible side-effects that may occur are headache, palpitations and impotence.

• Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal Cilacar 5 tablet?

  Ans : This medicine should be stored at room temperature, away from heat and direct light. Keep it away from the reach of children and pets.

• Ques : What are the contraindications to Cilacar 5 Tablet?

  Ans : This tablet should not be used if you have the following conditions such as Acute myocardial infarction, Cardiac ischemia, Preexisting heart conditions, Unstable angina, etc.

• Ques : Is Cilacar 5 Tablet safe to use when pregnant?

  Ans : This medication is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary.

• Ques : Will Cilacar 5 Tablet be more effective if taken in more than the recommended dose?

  Ans : No, taking higher than the recommended dose can lead to increased chances of side effects.