Nifedipine (5mg)
Calcigard 5 Capsule may be prescribed alone or along with other medicines. The dose and how often you need it will be decided by your doctor so that you get the right amount to treat your condition. Your doctor may adjust the dose depending on how you respond to this medicine and your blood pressure levels. You can take it at any time of the day, with or without food, but it is best to take it at the same time each day. Take this medicine as soon as you have taken it out of the packet. It is sensitive to light and may not work properly if it is left out of the pack for too long.Keep taking it for as long as advised by your doctor. Even if you feel well, do not stop this medicine on your own because high blood pressure often has no symptoms. If you stop taking it, your condition may get worse. Keeping active with regular exercise, reducing your weight, and eating a healthy diet will also help control your blood pressure. Follow your doctor’s advice while taking this medicine.The most common side effects include fatigue, edema (swelling), dizziness, unusual heartbeat (palpitations), flushing, constipation, and headache. Consult your doctor if any of these bother you, or do not go away.Before taking it, let your doctor know if you have any heart, liver, or kidney problems. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor for advice before taking this medicine. You also need to tell your doctor what other medicines you are taking, especially those used to treat high blood pressure or heart conditions. Avoid excessive alcohol intake while taking this medicine as it can significantly decrease your blood pressure and make you feel dizzy or light-headed. You should have your blood pressure checked regularly to make sure that this medicine is working properly.
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about themCommon side effects of Calcigard
10 capsules
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Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Calcigard 5 Capsule may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Calcigard 5 Capsule is a calcium channel blocker. In high blood pressure, it normalizes the blood pressure by relaxing the blood vessels to reduce the pressure on them, thereby improving the blood flow in the body. The enhanced blood flow in the body further relaxes the heart muscles by reducing the workload on the heart. It also improves the oxygen flow to the heart, thereby, preventing any heart-related chest pain.
Related Warnings
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Calcigard 5 Capsule. Please consult your doctor.
Calcigard 5 Capsule may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Calcigard 5 Capsule is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Calcigard 5 Capsule may cause dizziness or weakness due to low blood pressure. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Calcigard 5 Capsule may make you feel dizzy, faint, extremely tired or have visual disturbances. This may affect your ability to drive.
Calcigard 5 Capsule is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Calcigard 5 Capsule is recommended.
However, talk to your doctor if you have any underlying kidney disease.
Calcigard 5 Capsule should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Calcigard 5 Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
No, Calcigard 5 Capsule is not a diuretic medication. However, some evidence indicates that Calcigard 5 Capsule has a partial diuretic property which may result in increased sodium loss through urine. It is a medication which relaxes the blood vessels by directly acting on them. This helps to decrease the blood pressure of the individual. As a result, blood flows more easily and lowers blood pressure, which helps to reduce the strain or pressure on your heart.
No, Calcigard 5 Capsule is not bad for kidneys. In few research studies, taking Calcigard 5 Capsule in recommended doses has in fact been shown to be beneficial for the kidneys. It is not advised to use this medicine without consulting the doctor. It should be used exactly as prescribed.
Yes,Calcigard 5 Capsule can cause liver damage in some cases, but this is very rare. However, some people may develop a rise in liver enzymes after taking Calcigard 5 Capsule. Let your doctor know if you notice any such changes in your recent lab tests. Do not start this medication without consulting your doctor and do inform him if you have any history of liver disease or liver damage. This is because, in case of liver damage, dose adjustment may be required.
No, Calcigard 5 Capsule does not cause any change in blood sugar levels. It has been observed that Calcigard 5 Capsule has no effect on the release of insulin or change in blood sugar levels. However, before starting the medicine, inform the doctor if you are diabetic. This is done because the medicine for blood pressure is suggested accordingly when a patient is diabetic.
It is advised that you should consult your doctor before taking this medicine if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant or breastfeeding. It should be used only if prescribed by the doctor in case of pregnancy. Studies have shown significant risks to the developing baby and it is given only if the benefits are clearly more than the risks involved.
Yes. Calcigard 5 Capsule can cause palpitations as a side effect. However, this is usually not bothersome and resolves as you continue with the treatment. If the symptom persists for long, consult the doctor who will suggest the ways to prevent it.
Yes, making small changes to your diet can help your medicine work better. You must take a low sodium and low-fat diet, and adhere to the lifestyle changes as advised by your doctor. You should also avoid eating grapefruit (chakotra) or drinking grapefruit juice while taking Calcigard 5 Capsule.
No, do not stop taking it on your own as it may worsen your condition. You should take Calcigard 5 Capsule in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Consult your doctor for any query or dose modification.
