Eritel LN 80 Tablet


Product Info

Prescription required Yes
Marketer Eris Lifesciences Ltd
Active Ingredient Cilnidipine (10mg) + Telmisartan (80mg)
Storage Store below 30°C
Habit FormingNo
Therapeutic ClassCARDIAC
User Rating4.6
User Reviews610

FAQ

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Can I feel dizzy after taking Eritel LN 80?
Yes, the use of Eritel LN 80 can make you feel dizzy. This may occur when you suddenly rise up from a lying or sitting position. To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
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What is the rationale behind this combination medicine?
Eritel LN 80 is a medicine that contains Telmisartan and Cilnidipine. These two medicines are combined to lower the blood pressure more effectively, thereby lowering the chances of having a stroke or heart attack.
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Can I stop taking Eritel LN 80 if I feel well?
No, do not stop the medication without consulting with the doctor. It should be used strictly as advised by your doctor, even if you feel well. Stopping Eritel LN 80 suddenly may lead to serious complications such as heart attack and stroke.
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Can I use Eritel LN 80 in pregnancy?
No, Eritel LN 80 should be avoided in pregnancy. Eritel LN 80 can cause harmful effects on the baby. If you conceive while taking Eritel LN 80, stop using it and contact your doctor immediately. The doctor may suggest other ways to lower blood pressure.
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How would I know if I have high potassium levels?
Your doctor will check your blood potassium levels periodically for high potassium levels. Make sure not to miss any future appointments with the doctor.
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What lifestyle changes should I make while using Eritel LN 80?
Modification in lifestyle changes can help boost your health while taking Eritel LN 80. Stop smoking, as smoking increases your risk of having a heart attack and stroke. If you are overweight or obese, try to lose weight. You should maintain a healthy diet by including fruits and vegetables in your meals. Regular exercise can make your heart strong and reduce your risk of heart attack.
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What if you forget to take Eritel LN Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Eritel LN 80, 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.
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Eritel LN 80 Tablet Reviews

Eritel LN 80 contains two medicines, both of which help to control high blood pressure. It lowers the blood pressure by relaxing the blood vessels and making it easier for your heart to pump blood around your body. This will reduce your risk of having a heart attack or a stroke.

Eritel LN 80 may be taken on an empty stomach or along with food. However, it is better to take it regularly at a fixed time each day, as prescribed by your doctor. The dose will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. It’s important to keep taking this medicine even if you feel well. By lowering your blood pressure, it is reducing your risk of heart attack or stroke so do not stop taking it unless your doctor tells you to. You can help this medication work better by making a few changes to your lifestyle such as keeping active, stopping smoking, and eating a low salt and low-fat diet.

 The most common side effects of this medicine include swelling in your ankles or feet (edema), headache, sleepiness, dizziness, tiredness, taste change, and upset stomach. Since it may cause dizziness, do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you. Talk to your doctor if any of the side effects bother you or will not go away.

Before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have any kidney or liver problems or severe dehydration. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking it. While using this medicine, your blood pressure will need to be checked often and your kidney function may also need to be tested.

How Eritel LN 80 Tablet Works

Eritel LN 80 is a combination of two medicines: Cilnidipine and Telmisartan, which lowers blood pressure effectively. Cilnidipine is a calcium channel blocker (CCB) and Telmisartan is an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB). They work by relaxing the blood vessels and making the heart more efficient at pumping blood throughout the body.

How to Use Eritel LN 80 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. Eritel LN 80 may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Benefits of Eritel LN 80 Tablet

  • In Treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure): Both of the medicines in this combination work to lower blood pressure but in different ways. Together they help to relax blood vessels and make it easier for your heart to pump blood around your body. This lowers blood pressure. If your blood pressure is controlled you are less at risk of having a heart attack, stroke, or kidney problems. The medicine must be taken regularly as prescribed to be effective. You do not usually feel any direct benefit from taking this medicine, but it works in the long term to keep you well.

Uses of Eritel LN 80 Tablet

  • Treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure)

Eritel LN 80 Tablet Side Effects

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Safety Tips

Kidney  CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Eritel LN 80 in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Alcohol  UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Eritel LN 80.
Breast feeding  CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Eritel LN 80 during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Liver  CAUTION
Eritel LN 80 should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Eritel LN 80 may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Use of Eritel LN 80 is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
Pregnancy  CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Eritel LN 80 is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Driving  UNSAFE
Eritel LN 80 may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Quick Tips

  • It may cause you to feel lightheaded or weak especially when you stand up.  Rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down. 
  • Eritel LN 80 may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
  • Avoid consuming alcohol as it may enhance the blood pressure lowering effect of this medicine.
  • Do not take Eritel LN 80 if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
  • Eritel LN 80 is a combination of two medicines that provides better blood pressure control than either medicine alone.
  • It can cause ankle or foot swelling. Raise your legs while you are sitting down and talk to your doctor if it does not go away.

References

  1. Telmisartan and Cilnidipine [Patient Information Sheet]. Ahmedabad, Gujarat: TORRENT PHARMACEUTICALS LTD.; 2015.
  2. PubChem. Cilnidipine.
  3. Telmisartan. Bracknell, Berkshire: Boehringer Ingelheim Limited; 1998 [revised Nov. 2017].

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