Cilacar C 6.25 Tablet


Product Info

Prescription required Yes
Marketer J B Chemicals and Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Active Ingredient Cilnidipine (10mg) + Chlorthalidone (6.25mg)
Storage Store below 30°C
Habit FormingNo
Therapeutic ClassCARDIAC
User Rating4.2
User Reviews575

FAQ

Question
What if you forget to take Cilacar C Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Cilacar C 6.25, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Answer

Cilacar C 6.25 Tablet Reviews

Cilacar C 6.25 is a combination of medicines used in the treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure). It also helps to reduce the risk of stroke and heart attack.

Cilacar C 6.25 should be taken with food preferably in the morning to avoid frequent urination at night. 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.

Glucose intolerance, ankle swelling, headache, tiredness, and decreased potassium level are some common side effects of this medicine. Consult your doctor If any of these bother you, or get worse, or do not go away.  Drink plenty of fluids while taking medicine to overcome muscle weakness, dry mouth, and extreme thirst. Dizziness or headache may occur due to low blood pressure, hence rise slowly from sitting position or avoid driving.

Before taking it, let your doctor know if you have any 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. You should have your blood pressure, kidney function, level of electrolytes, and blood sugar level checked regularly to make sure that this medicine is working properly.

How Cilacar C 6.25 Tablet Works

Cilacar C 6.25 is a combination of two medicines:.

How to Use Cilacar C 6.25 Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Cilacar C 6.25 is to be taken with food.

Benefits of Cilacar C 6.25 Tablet

  • In Hypertension (high blood pressure): Cilacar C 6.25 relaxes the blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily around your body. It also eliminates excess water from the body and increases urine output. This lowers your blood pressure and reduces your risk of having a stroke, a heart attack, or kidney problems in the future. You do not usually feel any direct benefit from taking this medicine, but it works in the long term to keep you well. You should take it regularly as prescribed for this medicine to be most effective, even if you feel better.

Uses of Cilacar C 6.25 Tablet

  • Hypertension (high blood pressure)

Cilacar C 6.25 Tablet Side Effects

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Safety Tips

Pregnancy  CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Cilacar C 6.25 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.
Driving  UNSAFE
Cilacar C 6.25 may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Breast feeding  CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Cilacar C 6.25 during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Kidney  CAUTION
Cilacar C 6.25 should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Cilacar C 6.25 may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Use of Cilacar C 6.25 is not recommended in these patients.
Alcohol  UNSAFE
Cilacar C 6.25 may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Liver  CAUTION
Cilacar C 6.25 should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Cilacar C 6.25 may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Use of Cilacar C 6.25 is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.

Quick Tips

  • It may cause you to feel lightheaded or weak especially when you stand up (orthostatic hypotension).  Rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
  • Cilacar C 6.25 helps in the treatment of high blood pressure.
  • It may cause dehydration. Drink plenty of fluids and Inform your doctor if you develop extreme thirst, muscle weakness or very dry mouth.
  • It also lowers your risk of stroke and heart attack.
  • It may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Don't drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
  • Take it in the morning with breakfast to avoid getting up at night to urinate.
  • Your doctor may regularly monitor your blood pressure, kidney function and the levels of salts such as potassium in your blood while you are taking this medicine.

References

  1. Chlorthalidone. Auckland, New Zealand: AFT Pharmaceuticals Ltd.; 1969 [revised Nov. 2018].
  2. PubChem. Cilnidipine.

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