Cilacar-M 10/50 Tablet
About Cilacar-M 10/50 Tablet
Cilacar tablet is known to be channel blocker of calcium and is composed of Cilnidipine and Metoprolol. It aids in treating high blood pressure. The 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. This medication should be consumed once or even twice daily depending on the dosage and intensity of the condition.
In case of any severe reaction or side effect to this medication, 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 this medication, 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.
What are the uses of Cilacar-M 10/50 Tablet
What are the contraindications of Cilacar-M 10/50 Tablet ?
Heart Diseases
What are the side effects of Cilacar-M 10/50 Tablet ?
Fast Heartbeat
Muscle Pain
Shaking Of Hands Or Feet
Decrease In Libido
Increased Urination Frequency
Key highlights of Cilacar-M 10/50 Tablet
How long is the duration of effect?
The duration of effect for this medication is not clinically known.
What is the onset of action?
The time for which the maximum effect of this medication occurs is not clinically known.
Are there any pregnancy warnings?
Pregnant women must consult doctor before using this medication.
Is it habit forming?
No habit forming tendencies were reported for this medication.
Are there any breast-feeding warnings?
This medicine is not suggested for use if you are breastfeeding. Consult your doctor before consuming it.
What are the dosage instructions?
Are there any missed dose instructions?
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for the next scheduled dose, then the missed dose can be skipped.
Are there any overdose instructions?
Contact your doctor immediately if an overdose is suspected.
How does this medication work?
This medication is a calcium channel blocker and is composed of Cilnidipine and Metoprolol. Cilnidipine 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. Metoprolol blocks beta receptors sites in the heart, blood vessels, and lungs. This results in inhibition of epinephrine resulting in relaxed blood vessels.
What are the interactions of Cilacar-M 10/50 Tablet ?
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 Alcohol
Alcohol
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.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
Medicine
This medication interacts with Carbamazepine, Primaquine, Cimetidine and others.Interaction with Food
Grapefruit juice
Consumption of grapefruit juice is not recommended as it increases the concentration of Cilacar-M 10/50 Tablet. Symptoms like dizziness, headache, swelling of hands and feet should be reported to the doctor on priority.Interaction with Disease
Disease
This medication interacts with Hypotension or cardiogenic shock and Congestive heart failure.
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