CADUET 5MG/10MG TAB

Overview

CADUET 5MG/10MG TAB is a Schedule H drug.

CADUET 5MG/10MG TAB is composed of: ATORVASTATIN (10.0 MG), AMLODIPINE (5.0 MG)

Atorvastatin (Lipitor) is a member of the drug class known as statins. It is used for lowering cholesterol. Atorvastatin is a competitive inhibitor of hydroxymethylglutaryl-coenzyme A (HMG-CoA) reductase.Atorvastatin acts primarily in the liver.  Decreased hepatic cholesterol levels increases hepatic uptake of cholesterol and reduces plasma cholesterol levels.Atorvastatin is used to treat high cholesterol, and to lower the risk of stroke, heart attack, or other heart complications in people with type 2 diabetes, coronary heart disease, or other risk factors.
Amlodipine is an Calcium channel blocker that dilates blood vessels and improves blood flow.
Amlodipine is used to treat chest pain.

Usage

ATORVASTATIN is generally used to treat: High Cholesterol, Heart Attack, Coronary Artery Disease, Diabetes Type 2

AMLODIPINE is generally used to treat: Hypertension, Coronary Artery Disease
AMLODIPINE can address symptoms like: Chest Pain

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 6yrs

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Dangerous – Studies indicate Human-Fetal Risk

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe

How Do I Take It?

CADUET 5MG/10MG TAB is generally taken Before Food.

Precautions for CADUET 5MG/10MG TAB and its Constituents


Caution should be exercised in patients with history of Crohn’s disease, bruising, heart, liver or kidney disease, gastrointestinal disease, blood clotting problems, systemic lupus erythematosus, elderly, during pregnancy, alcohol-dependent patients, and breastfeeding. It may cause dizziness or drowsiness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.
Caution should be exercised in patients with history of heart failure or liver disease.
It may causes drowsiness Dont drive while taking this medication.

Symptoms of Overdosage

AMLODIPINE over-dosage can result in: Dizziness, Fainting, Rapid Heart Rate (pulse)

Common Side-Effects

ATORVASTATIN : Polyarthralgia, Urinary Tract Infection, Insomnia, Myalgia, Skin Rash, Hives, Nausea, Loose Motion, Body Muscle Cramps Or Spasms (painful), Cough, Difficulty Swallowing, Dizziness, Rapid Heart Rate (pulse), Fever, Wheezing, Tightness
AMLODIPINE : Edema, Palpitation, Dizziness, Headache, Abdominal Pain, Ankles Swelling, Feet Swelling

Serious Side-Effects

ATORVASTATIN : Eyes Yellow Eyes, Dark Colored (brown) Urine, Abdomen Pain, Nausea, Vomit
AMLODIPINE : Rhinitis, Insomnia, Myalgia, Tinnitus, Vomiting, Dry Mouth, Syncope, Dizziness, Wheezing, Difficulty Breathing

Rare Side-Effects

ATORVASTATIN : Skin Rash, Hives, Body Itching, Face Swelling
AMLODIPINE : Dysuria, Chronic Cough, Xerophthalmia, Black (tar) Colored Stools, Gums Bleeding, Chills, Confusion, Cough, Fever

Food Interactions


Avoid drinking alcohol. It can raise triglyceride levels and may increase your risk of liver damage.Grapefruit and grapefruit juice may interact with atorvastatin and lead to potentially dangerous effects.  
Using amlodipine with multivitamin containing minerals decrease the effects of amlodipine.

Disease Interactions

AMLODIPINE can interfere with: Coronary Artery Disease, Hypotension, Acute Liver Failure

Technical Classification

ATORVASTATIN is categorized as: STATINS / ANTIHYPERLIPIDEMIC AGENTS / METABOLIC AGENTS
AMLODIPINE is categorized as: CALCIUM CHANNEL BLOCKING AGENTS / CARDIOVASCULAR AGENTS

Available Alternatives for CADUET 5MG/10MG TAB

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

A2 5MG/10MG TABINR 37.52 for 10 TABLETSATORVASTATIN 10.0 MG, AMLODIPINE 5.0 MG
A2F 5MG/10MG TABINR 79.56 for 10 TABLETSATORVASTATIN 10.0 MG, AMLODIPINE 5.0 MG
AMDEPIN DUO 5MG/10MG TABINR 41.33 for 10 TABLETSATORVASTATIN 10.0 MG, AMLODIPINE 5.0 MG
AMDITOR 5MG/10MG TABINR 85.9 for 10 TABLETSATORVASTATIN 10.0 MG, AMLODIPINE 5.0 MG
AMLOCHOL 5MG/10MG TABINR 49.53 for 10 TABLETSATORVASTATIN 10.0 MG, AMLODIPINE 5.0 MG
AMTOR 10MG TABINR 54.95 for 10 TABLETSATORVASTATIN 10 MG, AMLODIPINE 5 MG
AMTOR 5MG/10MG TABINR 54.95 for 10 TABLETSATORVASTATIN 10.0 MG, AMLODIPINE 5.0 MG
ASOMEX CV 5MG/10MG TABINR 80.56 for 10 TABLETSATORVASTATIN 10.0 MG, AMLODIPINE 5.0 MG
ATODIPIN 5MG/10MG TABINR 69.31 for 10 TABLETSATORVASTATIN 10.0 MG, AMLODIPINE 5.0 MG
CADUET 5MG/10MG TABINR 588 for 10 TABLETSATORVASTATIN 10.0 MG, AMLODIPINE 5.0 MG
CARDIPILL TABINR 72 for 10 TABLETSATORVASTATIN 10 MG, AMLODIPINE 5 MG
CORDUO 5MG/10MG TABINR 75.38 for 10 TABLETSATORVASTATIN 10.0 MG, AMLODIPINE 5.0 MG
CTOR AM 5MG/10MG TABINR 78.96 for 10 TABLETSATORVASTATIN 10.0 MG, AMLODIPINE 5.0 MG
LIPITAS 5MG/10MG TABINR 70 for 10 TABLETSATORVASTATIN 10.0 MG, AMLODIPINE 5.0 MG
NUMLOTOR 5MG/10MG TABINR 98.9 for 10 TABLETSATORVASTATIN 10.0 MG, AMLODIPINE 5.0 MG
STAMCOR 5MG/10MG TABINR 69.3 for 10 TABLETSATORVASTATIN 10.0 MG, AMLODIPINE 5.0 MG
STARCAD TABINR 80 for 10 TABLETSATORVASTATIN 10 MG, AMLODIPINE 5 MG
STATOR -AM TABINR 53.54 for 10 TABLETSATORVASTATIN 10 MG, AMLODIPINE 5 MG
ZIVAST AM 5MG/10MG TABINR 47 for 10 TABLETSATORVASTATIN 10.0 MG, AMLODIPINE 5.0 MG

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

A2 5MG/5MG TABINR 38.5 for 10 TABLETSATORVASTATIN 5.0 MG, AMLODIPINE 5.0 MG
AMLOCHOL 2.5MG/10MG TABINR 39.5 for 10 TABLETSATORVASTATIN 10.0 MG, AMLODIPINE 2.5 MG
ASOMEX CV 2.5MG/10MG TABINR 58.41 for 10 TABLETSATORVASTATIN 10.0 MG, AMLODIPINE 2.5 MG
ESLOVA 2.5MG/10MG TABINR 50.01 for 10 TABLETSATORVASTATIN 10.0 MG, AMLODIPINE 2.5 MG
MODLIP-AM TABINR 95 for 10 TABLETSATORVASTATIN 10.0 MG, AMLODIPINE 2.5 MG
NUMLOTOR 2.5MG/10MG TABINR 82.4 for 10 TABLETSATORVASTATIN 10.0 MG, AMLODIPINE 2.5 MG
STARCAD 12.5MG TABINR 60 for 10 TABLETSAMLODIPINE 12.5 MG, ATORVASTATIN
TRI CARDACE 5MG/10MG/5MG KITINR 149.87 for 10 KITATORVASTATIN 10.0 MG, AMLODIPINE 5.0 MG, RAMIPRIL 5.0 MG
TRI CARDACE FORTE KITINR 152.76 for 10 KITATORVASTATIN 20.0 MG, RAMIPRIL 5.0 MG, AMLODIPINE 5.0 MG