Calcigard 5mg Capsule 10'S
Key Information
Generic Name
Generic Name Nifedipine 5 mg
Manufacturer
Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Variant
10 Capsule(s) in a Strip
Country of Origin
India
Detailed Information
Introduction
INTRODUCTION ABOUT CALCIGARD 5MG CAPSULECALCIGARD 5MG CAPSULE contains Nifedipine, which belongs to the group of medicines called Antihypertensive drugs. It is used in the management of high blood pressure (hypertension) and angina. Hypertension is a condition in which the force of the blood against the blood vessel walls is too high and is characterised by headache, irregular heartbeat, vision changes, a feeling of overtiredness, nausea, vomiting, confusion, anxiety, and chest pain. Angina is a type of chest pain caused by reduced blood flow to the heart and characterised by a squeezing type of pain, pressure, heaviness, and tightness in the chest. CALCIGARD 5MG CAPSULE is not recommended for use in patients with liver and heart disease and should be used with caution with patients having kidney dialysis, improper liver function, or poor cardiac reserve. It should be used with caution in pregnant women, and it is not recommended in a breast-feeding woman; consult your doctor for advice. CALCIGARD 5MG CAPSULE is not recommended for use by children and adolescents below 18 years of age. The most common
Uses
OF CALCIGARD 5MG CAPSULE Manage high blood pressure (hypertension) and angina (chest pain)
How It Works
CALCIGARD 5MG CAPSULE reduces blood pressure by relaxing and expanding the blood vessels for easy blood flow and thereby lowers the blood pressure, which reduces the strain on the heart. It also works by relaxing and expanding the blood vessels supplying the heart, which allows more blood and oxygen to reach the heart and decreases the strain on it. This reduces the severity and frequency of angina attacks.
Directions for Use
Take CALCIGARD 5MG CAPSULE as advised by your physician. Swallow this medicine, do not crush, or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending on your age, body weight and disease condition.
Side Effects
taking CALCIGARD 5MG CAPSULE are headache, flushing, a general feeling of being unwell, constipation, and swelling, particularly of the ankles and legs. Consult your doctor if the symptom worsens. USES OF CALCIGARD 5MG CAPSULE Manage high blood pressure (hypertension) and angina (chest pain) HOW CALCIGARD 5MG CAPSULE WORKSCALCIGARD 5MG CAPSULE reduces blood pressure by relaxing and expanding the blood vessels for easy blood flow and thereby lowers the blood pressure, which reduces the strain on the heart. It also works by relaxing and expanding the blood vessels supplying the heart, which allows more blood and oxygen to reach the heart and decreases the strain on it. This reduces the severity and frequency of angina attacks. DIRECTIONS FOR USETake CALCIGARD 5MG CAPSULE as advised by your physician. Swallow this medicine, do not crush, or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending on your age, body weight and disease condition. SIDE EFFECTS OF CALCIGARD 5MG CAPSULECOMMON headache flushing general feeling of being unwell constipation swelling, especially of legs and ankle UNCOMMON stomach pain unspecific pain chills low blood pressure when standing up showing symptoms of fainting, dizziness, lightheadedness, occasional palpitations, blurred vision, confusion fainting irregular heartbeat dry mouth indigestion wind (flatulence) feeling sick (nausea) muscle cramps joint swelling sleep disorders anxiety or nervousness reddening of the skin nose bleeds nasal congestion feeling of spinning (vertigo) migraine (one side headache) dizziness trembling (involuntary shaky movements) increased urge to urinate painful or difficult urination erection dysfunction (impotence) blurred vision RARE pins and needles feeling gum inflammation, with swollen, tender or bleeding gums Stop taking CALCIGARD 5MG CAPSULE and contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects: generalised allergic reaction including very rarely life-threatening shock (Ex. difficulty in breathing, drop of blood pressure, fast pulse, swelling including airway other allergic reactions like swelling of the skin (sometimes severe which includes swelling of the larynx) fast heartbeat (tachycardia) shortness of breath or difficulty breathing mild to moderate allergic reactions itching, a rash or hives
Warnings & Precautions
. Talk to your doctor if the symptom worsens. Headache: Apply a hot or cold-water bag to your head. Try to take a rest in a quiet, dark environment. Drink tea or coffee. Massage with mild pressure on the scalp or head. Dry mouth: A dry mouth can be managed by chewing sugar-free gum or sucking on sugar-free hard candies to stimulate the flow of saliva. Drink water at regular intervals. Do not use mouthwashes that contain alcohol because they can be drying. WARNING & PRECAUTIONSPREGNANCYCALCIGARD 5MG CAPSULE should be used with caution during pregnancy but only after special consideration done by your doctor. Consult your doctor before taking CALCIGARD 5MG CAPSULE. BREASTFEEDINGCALCIGARD 5MG CAPSULE is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women. Consult your doctor for advice before taking [GBNKWYWORD]. DRIVING AND USING MACHINESDo not drive or operate any machines if you feel dizzy or sleepy, extremely tired, faint, or have visual disturbances after taking CALCIGARD 5MG CAPSULE. Consult your doctor before taking CALCIGARD 5MG CAPSULE. ALCOHOLAvoid consuming alcohol as it may cause dizziness, fainting, extreme tiredness, or visual disturbances. KIDNEYCALCIGARD 5MG CAPSULE should be taken with caution in patients undergoing kidney dialysis. Consult your doctor before taking CALCIGARD 5MG CAPSULE. LIVERCALCIGARD 5MG CAPSULE is not recommended for use in patients with liver disease and should be used with caution when the liver is not working properly. Consult your doctor before taking CALCIGARD 5MG CAPSULE. ALLERGYCALCIGARD 5MG CAPSULE is not recommended for use if you are allergic to Nifedipine. HEART DISEASECALCIGARD 5MG CAPSULE is not recommended for use in patients who had a heart attack, unstable angina, sudden angina attack, aortic stenosis (narrowing of the aortic valve) and collapsed because of heart problems (cardiogenic shock). CALCIGARD 5MG CAPSULE should be taken with caution in patients having poor cardiac reserve (the heart cannot cope with increased strain). Consult with your doctor. OTHERSCALCIGARD 5MG CAPSULE is not recommended for use if you have: inflammation of the bowel or intestines, such as Crohn’s disease obstruction or narrowing of intestines obstruction in the oesophagus (the tube connecting the throat to the stomach) Kock pouch (a surgically constructed intestinal reservoir with an opening through the abdominal wall) in your gut malignant hypertension (continuous rise in blood pressure despite management) Before taking CALCIGARD 5MG CAPSULE, inform your doctor if you have: low blood pressure diabetic Use in pediatrics: CALCIGARD 5MG CAPSULE is not recommended for use in children and adolescents below 18 years of age. Consult your doctor before taking CALCIGARD 5MG CAPSULE.
Drug Interactions
SA. Drug-Drug interactions: rifampicin (an antibiotic used to manage bacterial infections like tuberculosis) cimetidine (a medicine used to manage stomach ulcers) digoxin, diltiazem, quinidine, or beta-blockers like esmolol, and metoprolol (medicines used to manage heart conditions) quinupristin/dalfopristin (a combination antibiotic used to manage certain skin infections) phenytoin, carbamazepine or valproic acid (medicines used to manage epilepsy) cisapride (a medicine used to manage heartburn) magnesium sulphate injections during pregnancy (may cause a severe fall in blood pressure) erythromycin (a medicine used to manage or manage many infections) ketoconazole, itraconazole or fluconazole (medicines used to fungal infections) indinavir, nelfinavir, ritonavir, saquinavir or amprenavir (medicines used to manage hiv) fluoxetine or nefazodone (medicines used to manage depression) tacrolimus (a medicine used to manage the rejection of transplanted organs) phenobarbital (a medicine usually used to manage insomnia or anxiety) B. Drug - Food interaction: Do not drink grapefruit juice or eat grapefruit while taking CALCIGARD 5MG CAPSULE. Overdosage: If you or anyone else accidentally take too much of CALCIGARD 5MG CAPSULE, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. The most common symptoms of overdose are low blood pressure, heartbeats may be increased or slowed down, increased blood sugar level, increased acidity in the blood, swelling in the lungs, low blood oxygen levels and disturbances in consciousness leading to unconsciousness. SYNOPSIS Drug : Nifedipine Pharmacological Category : Calcium Channel Blockers Therapeutic Indication : High Blood Pressure, Angina Dosage Forms : Tablet, Capsule MORE INFORMATION Keep CALCIGARD 5MG CAPSULE out of reach from children Store at room temperature
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Last Updated
12 Nov 2022