Calchek-L 2.5 Tablet
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Introduction of Calchek-L Tablet
Calchek-L 2.5 Tablet is used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure). This is a combination of two medicines that controls blood pressure when a single medication is not effective. It helps to lower high blood pressure and thus reduces the chances of future heart attack and stroke.
Calchek-L 2.5 Tablet is a combination of two antihypertensive medicines
Calchek-L 2.5 Tablet is a combination of two antihypertensive medicines
Uses of Calchek-L Tablet
Benefits of Calchek-L Tablet
In Hypertension (high blood pressure)
Calchek-L 2.5 Tablet relaxes the blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily around your body. 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.
Side effects of Calchek-L Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if youβre worried about them
Common side effects of Calchek-L
- Ankle swelling
- Headache
- Tiredness
- Palpitations
- Increased potassium level in blood
- Sleepiness
- Cough
- Taste change
- Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk)
- Decreased blood pressure
- Upset stomach
How to use Calchek-L 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. Calchek-L 2.5 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Calchek-L 2.5 Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Calchek-L 2.5 Tablet 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.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Calchek-L 2.5 Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Calchek-L 2.5 Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Calchek-L 2.5 Tablet may cause side effects such as dizziness, headaches, nausea or tiredness, all of which could affect your ability to concentrate and drive.
Calchek-L 2.5 Tablet may cause side effects such as dizziness, headaches, nausea or tiredness, all of which could affect your ability to concentrate and drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Calchek-L 2.5 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Calchek-L 2.5 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Regular monitoring of blood pressure is recommended for better dose adjustment.
Regular monitoring of blood pressure is recommended for better dose adjustment.
Liver
CAUTION
Calchek-L 2.5 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Calchek-L 2.5 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Inform your doctor if you develop any signs and symptoms of jaundice while taking this medicine.
Inform your doctor if you develop any signs and symptoms of jaundice while taking this medicine.
What if you forget to take Calchek-L Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Calchek-L 2.5 Tablet, 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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Quick tips
Calchek-L Tablet
- You have been prescribed Calchek-L 2.5 Tablet for the treatment of high blood pressure.
- Lowering blood pressure reduces chance of future heart attack & strokes.
- It may cause dizziness. Get up slowly when rising from a sitting or lying position.
- Do not take Calchek-L 2.5 Tablet if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy.
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