FELODIPINE

Overview

Felodipine is used to treat high blood pressure. It acts by relaxing the blood vessels.

Usage

FELODIPINE is generally used to treat: Hypertension

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: Ask your doctor

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

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

How Do I Take It?

FELODIPINE is generally taken Before Food.
Route of Administration: Oral

Precautions

Caution should be exercised in the patients with history of kidney or liver impairment, heart failure, sick sinus syndrome.
It may cause dizziness and dizziness. Don’t drive while taking this medication.
Monitor blood pressure level regularly.

Symptoms of Overdosage

FELODIPINE over-dosage can result in: Dizziness, Slow Heart Rate (pulse), Difficulty Breathing

Common Side-Effects

FELODIPINE : Headache, Fever, Weight Gain

Serious Side-Effects

FELODIPINE : Sore Throat, Heartburn, Constipation

Rare Side-Effects

FELODIPINE : Diarrhoea, Hoarse Voice, Gums Bleeding, Gums Redness

Food Interactions

Grape fruit or Grape fruit juice may interact with felodipine leads to dangerous effects and dont increase and increase the amount of  grape fruit products in your diet without asking doctor.
Grape fruit juice is associated with increased plasma concentrations of calcium channel blockers.

Disease Interactions

FELODIPINE can interfere with: Hypotension, Coronary Artery Disease, Congestive Heart Disease, Myocardial Infarction, Acute Liver Failure

Technical Classification

FELODIPINE is categorized as: CALCIUM CHANNEL BLOCKING AGENTS / CARDIOVASCULAR AGENTS

Storage Conditions

Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)

Available Alternatives

Common Drugs with FELODIPINE as Ingredient

FELOGARD 5MG TAB	FELODIPINE 5.0 MG
PLENDIL 5MG TAB	FELODIPINE 5.0 MG