Cilnidipine

Dosage Forms Available

• Cilnidipine is available for use via the oral route (tablet and an extended-release (long-acting) capsule).

Age and Dose Restrictions

• This medicine is meant for adults and children above 18 years of age.

Contraindications

• Cilnidipine is contraindicated in patients with known allergies to cilnidipine, severe heart issues, bronchial asthma or related bronchospastic conditions, and sick sinus syndrome.

Other Medications To Avoid With This Medicine

• It is advised against utilising any antiarrhythmic agents (e.g., quinidine), antiepileptic medications (such as phenytoin), antituberculosis treatments (like rifampicin), antibiotics (including erythromycin), other antihypertensive tablets (such as amlodipine), and antipsychotic medications with this medication. Before initiating any prescription or over-the-counter medications, consultation with a doctor is imperative.

Overdose and Missed Dose

• Overdose of Cilnidipine can cause confusion, dizziness, headache, fatigue, and sedation. Inform your doctor and follow the advice accordingly.
• If you forget to take this medicine, take it as soon as you remember. But avoid repeating the dose.

Management of Side Effects

• Most side effects are temporary and generally harmless and resolve when discontinuing this medicine. However, if you experience any severe side effects or worsening of any of the symptoms, please consult your doctor.

Use In Driving And Operating Machinery

• This medicine can affect your ability to drive or operate heavy machinery.

Use in Pregnancy and Lactation

• Cilnidipine is not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Cautions in other conditions

• Cilnidipine may interact with medical conditions, including cardiogenic shock, unstable angina, hypotension, and in patients with severe aortic stenosis. It is essential to inform your doctor about any pre-existing health conditions before starting this medication to prevent potential complications.

Special Dietary & Lifestyle Recommendation

• Avoid alcohol when you are taking Cilnidipine.
• Cilnidipine can be taken with or without meals.
• People diagnosed with hypertension and coronary artery disease are encouraged to adopt lifestyle adjustments, incorporating dietary modifications such as adhering to a low-sodium, low-carbohydrate, and low-fat diet. Additionally, engaging in exercise, such as brisk walking for a minimum of thirty minutes daily, five days a week is advisable to manage blood pressure effectively.
• Individuals with hypertension face a persistent risk of heart attacks and strokes. Therefore, it is crucial to establish a routine for blood pressure monitoring, either through the use of a digital blood pressure monitoring device at home or through regular visits to the doctor.
• Thorough education regarding the identification of signs and symptoms linked with heart attacks and strokes is imperative. This understanding can facilitate prompt interventions, reducing complications and fostering a swifter and more comprehensive recovery.