Cetanil 10 MG Tablet

Cetanil tablet is known to be channel blocker of calcium. It aids in treating high blood pressure. This medication 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.The drug 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 the doctor about the medication that they are currently under.

• Hypertension

• Allergy

• Heart Diseases

• Dizziness

• Hypotension

• Swelling Of Face, Lips, Eyelids, Tongue, Hands And Feet

• Fast Heartbeat

• Muscle Pain

• How long is the duration of effect?

  The duration of action of this medicine 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?

  Pregnant women must consult doctor before using this medication.

• Is it habit forming?

  No habit forming tendencies were reported.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

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

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Cetanil 10 MG Tablet , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• Zilneu 10 MG Tablet

  Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Cilnidipine 10 MG Tablet

  Cipla Ltd

• Cilren 10 MG Tablet

  Rpg Life Sciences Ltd

• Cilny 10 MG Tablet

  Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Esam 2.5 MG Tablet

  Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• 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.

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 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 Cetanil 10 MG 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.

• Ques : What is Cetanil 10 MG Tablet?

  Ans : Cetanil has Cilnidipine as an active element present in it. This medicine performs its action by obstructing the activity of calcium channels in the blood vessels to decrease blood pressure.

• Ques : What are the uses of Cetanil 10 MG Tablet?

  Ans : Cetanil is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions such as Hypertension.

• Ques : What are the Side Effects of Cetanil 10 MG Tablet?

  Ans : SIde effects include Dizziness, Hypotension, Swelling of face, lips, eyelids, tongue, hands and feet, Fast heartbeat, Muscle pain, Shaking of hands or feet, Skin rash, Decrease in libido, Increased urination frequency, Stomach pain, and Diarrhea.

• Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal Cetanil 10 MG Tablet?

  Ans : Cetanil should be kept in a cool dry place and in its original pack. Make sure this medication remains unreachable to children and pets.