CILNY 10 TABLET

Uses and Benefits of CILNY 10 TABLET (CILNIDIPINE 10MG)

Cilnidipine 10mg is mainly used to treat high blood pressure in adults.

WHAT THIS MEDICINE IS USED FOR

• Treating high blood pressure (hypertension)
• Often used alone or along with other blood pressure medicines
• Helps reduce the risk of complications from long-term high blood pressure, such as heart attack and stroke

HOW IT WORKS

• Belongs to a class of medicines called calcium channel blockers
• Blocks calcium entry into blood vessel muscle cells
• This relaxes and widens blood vessels, lowering blood pressure
• Also helps reduce the workload on the heart

WHAT IT IS NOT USED FOR

• Not used for treating sudden chest pain or heart attack emergencies
• Not a painkiller or fever medicine
• Not used to treat infections
• Not a substitute for lifestyle changes like diet, exercise, and salt reduction
• Should not be used to self-treat blood pressure without a doctor's diagnosis

Side Effects of CILNY 10 TABLET (CILNIDIPINE 10MG)

COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

• Headache
• Dizziness
• Flushing (redness/warmth of face)
• Swelling of ankles or feet
• Fatigue or tiredness

LESS COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

• Palpitations (fast or irregular heartbeat)
• Nausea
• Constipation
• Muscle cramps
• Increased urination

SERIOUS SIDE EFFECTS — STOP AND SEE A DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY

• Severe dizziness or fainting
• Signs of allergic reaction such as rash, itching, swelling of face or throat, difficulty breathing
• Very slow or irregular heartbeat
• Chest pain
• Severe swelling of legs or sudden weight gain
• Yellowing of skin or eyes (signs of liver problems)

This is not a complete list. Report any unusual or persistent symptom to your doctor or pharmacist.

How to Use CILNY 10 TABLET (CILNIDIPINE 10MG)

HOW TO TAKE IT

• Take exactly as prescribed by your doctor
• Usually taken once a day, at the same time each day
• Can be taken with or without food, but try to be consistent
• Swallow the tablet whole with water; do not crush or chew unless advised
• Do not stop taking suddenly without consulting your doctor, even if you feel fine
• Continue taking it regularly to control blood pressure effectively

IF YOU MISS A DOSE

• Take it as soon as you remember
• If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose
• Do not take two doses together to make up for a missed one
• Try to maintain a regular schedule to avoid missing doses

STORAGE

• Store at room temperature, away from direct heat and sunlight
• Keep in a dry place, away from moisture
• Keep out of reach of children and pets
• Do not use after the expiry date printed on the pack

Safety Information and Precautions for CILNY 10 TABLET (CILNIDIPINE 10MG)

This medicine is available only with a doctor's prescription in India.

DO NOT TAKE THIS MEDICINE IF YOU

• Are allergic to cilnidipine or any other calcium channel blocker
• Have severe low blood pressure
• Have unstable heart conditions like cardiogenic shock
• Are pregnant or breastfeeding, unless specifically advised by your doctor

TELL YOUR DOCTOR BEFORE STARTING IF YOU

• Have liver or kidney disease
• Have a history of heart failure or heart rhythm problems
• Are taking other blood pressure lowering medicines
• Are planning surgery or have a scheduled procedure
• Are elderly, as dose adjustments may be needed

MEDICINES THAT CAN INTERACT

• Other antihypertensive drugs (may increase blood pressure-lowering effect)
• Beta-blockers
• Certain antifungal or antibiotic medicines
• Grapefruit juice, which can increase drug levels in blood
• Medicines for HIV or hepatitis (protease inhibitors)

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Can I take this medicine with food?

Yes, it can be taken with or without food, but try to take it the same way every day.

Will this medicine cure my blood pressure permanently?

No, it controls blood pressure but does not cure it; it needs to be taken regularly as advised.

Can I stop taking it once my blood pressure is normal?

• No, do not stop without consulting your doctor, as blood pressure may rise again.
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