Prescription Required

Cardipin Retard 20mg Tablet

by Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Nifedipine (20mg)

₹12₹10

17% off
Cardipin Retard 20mg Tablet

Introduction to Cardipin Retard 20mg Tablet

Cardipin Retard 20mg Tablet is a medication for high blood pressure and to prevent chest pain (angina). High blood pressure, relaxes blood vessels, reducing pressure and improving blood flow. This eases the heart's workload and enhances oxygen to prevent chest pain.

Safety Advice for Cardipin Retard 20mg Tablet

  • Moderate risk
  • High risk
  • Safe
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Be careful with alcohol while taking this medication. Consult your doctor before mixing.

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Usually safe to use during pregnancy. Consult the doctor before using it.

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Usually safe to use during breastfeeding. Consult the doctor before using it.

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Use this drug carefully if you have kidney disease. You may need to adjust the dosage, so talk to your physician.

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Use this drug carefully if you have liver disease. You may need to adjust the dosage, so talk to your physician.

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It hampers attention and makes you feel sleepy and dizzy. Avoid driving if these symptoms appear.

How Cardipin Retard 20mg Tablet works

This medication is a type of drug that helps with high blood pressure. It works by making blood vessels relax, which lowers the pressure inside them and improves blood flow throughout the body. By doing this, it eases the workload on the heart and helps the heart muscles relax. Additionally, it enhances the delivery of oxygen to the heart, preventing chest pain related to heart issues.

How To Use Cardipin Retard 20mg Tablet

  • Follow your doctor's advice on the dose and duration.
  • Ingest the tablet whole; avoid chewing, crushing, or breaking.
  • You can be taken with or without food.
  • For consistency, prefer taking it at a fixed time.
  • Strictly adhere to the prescribed dose and treatment duration.
  • Consult your doctor for any concerns.

Special Precautions About Cardipin Retard 20mg Tablet

  • Caution in patients with hypotension or severe heart failure.
  • Monitor for peripheral edema.
  • Avoid abrupt discontinuation.
  • Risk of reflex tachycardia.
  • Potential drug interactions; consult healthcare provider.
  • Regular blood pressure monitoring.
  • Notify the healthcare provider of any adverse reactions.

Benefits Of Cardipin Retard 20mg Tablet

  • It regulates blood pressure.
  • Reduces angina chest pain.
  • Induces blood vessel relaxation.
  • Enhances blood flow to tissues.

Side Effects Of Cardipin Retard 20mg Tablet

  • Fatigue
  • Headache
  • Dizziness
  • Peripheral edema
  • Flushing

Similar Medicine Of Cardipin Retard 20mg Tablet

What If I Missed A Dose Of Cardipin Retard 20mg Tablet

If you forget a dose of the drug, take it promptly. But if your next dose is approaching, skip the missed one and return to your usual schedule. 

Health And Lifestyle

Maintain a healthy diet low in sodium and saturated fats. Engage in regular physical activity. Monitor blood pressure regularly. Avoid smoking and limit alcohol intake. Manage stress effectively

Drug Interaction

  • Beta-blockers - Antihypertensive
  • Cimetidine - Histamine H2 receptor antagonist

Drug Food Interaction

  • Grapefruit juice
  • High-fat meals

Disease Explanation

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Hypertension is a condition characterized by elevated blood pressure levels persistently higher than normal.

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Rakshita Garg

M.Pharma

Content Updated on

Tuesday, 23 July, 2024

Prescription Required

Cardipin Retard 20mg Tablet

by Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Nifedipine (20mg)

₹12₹10

17% off
Cardipin Retard 20mg Tablet

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