EFONTA 20mg Tablet 15's
Key Information
Generic Name
Generic Name Efonidipine 20 mg
Manufacturer
Ajanta Pharma Ltd
Variant
15 Tablet(s) in a Strip
Country of Origin
India
Detailed Information
Introduction
EFONTA 20MG TABLET contains Efonidipine which belongs to the group of medicines called Antihypertensives. EFONTA 20MG TABLET is used to manage hypertension (high blood pressure) which occurs when force exerted by the circulating blood against the blood vessel wall is high. [GBNKEYOWRD] is also used to manage high blood pressure that occurs due to kidney diseases in affected individuals. The medicine is also indicated for use to manage angina (chest pain) that occurs when blood flow to the heart is low. EFONTA 20MG TABLET is not recommended for use in patients allergic to Efonidipine. Before taking EFONTA 20MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you have heart disease (such as heart attack, heart failure liver), kidney disease (such as renal impairment), and/or liver disease. EFONTA 20MG TABLET is not recommended for use during pregnancy and in breast-feeding women. EFONTA 20MG TABLET is also not recommended for use in children and adolescents (aged below 18 years) and is advised to be used with caution in elderly patients (aged 75 years/above) after consulting the doctor. The most common
Uses
OF EFONTA 20MG TABLETManages, hypertension high blood pressure caused by kidney disease angina (chest pain)
How It Works
EFONTA 20MG TABLET helps in the management of high blood pressure by acting on certain receptors which leads to relaxation of the blood vessels, aiding in easy flow of the blood and decreased heart rate. In angina it works by improving blood supply to the heart muscle which then receives more oxygen and as a result chest pain is prevented. It also reduces the pressure on kidneys, thus managing the damage that is normally associated with high blood pressure.
Directions for Use
Take EFONTA 20MG TABLET as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of EFONTA 20MG TABLET for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition.
Side Effects
taking EFONTA 20MG TABLET are hot flushes, palpitations, facial flushing, and/or headache. Consult your doctor if any of these symptoms worsens. USES OF EFONTA 20MG TABLETManages, hypertension high blood pressure caused by kidney disease angina (chest pain) HOW EFONTA 20MG TABLET WORKSEFONTA 20MG TABLET helps in the management of high blood pressure by acting on certain receptors which leads to relaxation of the blood vessels, aiding in easy flow of the blood and decreased heart rate. In angina it works by improving blood supply to the heart muscle which then receives more oxygen and as a result chest pain is prevented. It also reduces the pressure on kidneys, thus managing the damage that is normally associated with high blood pressure. DIRECTIONS FOR USETake EFONTA 20MG TABLET as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of EFONTA 20MG TABLET for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition. SIDE EFFECTS OF EFONTA 20MG TABLETCOMMON hot flushes palpitations flushing of the face headache UNCOMMON rash itching chest pain decreased blood pressure sluggishness and light-headedness nausea stomach discomfort, abdominal pain general discomfort RARE sweating drowsiness, numbness tinnitus (ringing sensation in ears) vomiting constipation frequent urination slow or fast heart rate
Warnings & Precautions
& PRECAUTIONSPREGNANCYEFONTA 20MG TABLET is not recommended for use in pregnant women. Consult your doctor before taking it. BREASTFEEDINGEFONTA 20MG TABLET is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women since its unknown whether the medicine may pass through breastmilk. Consult your doctor before taking the medicine. DRIVING AND USING MACHINESDo not drive or operate any machines if you feel dizzy after taking EFONTA 20MG TABLET. KIDNEYEFONTA 20MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients having kidney disease such as renal impairment. Consult your doctor before taking the medicine. LIVEREFONTA 20MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients having liver disease. Consult your doctor before taking it. ALLERGYDo not take EFONTA 20MG TABLET if you are allergic to Efonidipine, and/or any other ingredients of this medicine. HEART DISEASEEFONTA 20MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients having heart disease such as heart attack, heart failure. Consult your doctor before taking the medicine. OTHERSBefore taking EFONTA 20MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you: have/had hypertensive crisis (severe increase in blood pressure) Use in Pediatrics: EFONTA 20MG TABLET is not recommended for use in children and adolescents (aged below 18 years). Consult your doctor before taking the medicine. Use in Geriatrics: EFONTA 20MG TABLET should be used with caution in elderly patients (aged 65 years/above). Consult your doctor before taking the medicine.
Drug Interactions
SA. Drug – Drug Interactions: Before taking EFONTA 20MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicine: other antihypertensive drugs (Ex. ramipril) (used to manage high blood pressure) cimetidine (used to manage stomach ulcers) tacrolimus (used to suppress immune system after organ transplantation) B. Drug – Food Interactions: Avoid drinking grapefruit juice while taking EFONTA 20MG TABLET because it may lead to increased level of this medicine in the blood, which in turn enhances its blood pressure lowering effect. Overdosage: If you or anyone else accidentally take too much of EFONTA 20MG TABLET, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. Symptoms of overdose are flushing, dizziness, and/or fainting. SYNOPSIS Drug : Efonidipine Pharmacological Category : Calcium Channel Blockers Therapeutic Indication : High blood pressure Dosage Forms : Tablet MORE INFORMATION Keep EFONTA 20MG TABLET out of reach of children Store at room temperature
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Last Updated
10 Dec 2022