Cardexa 10mg/25mg/40mg Tablet ER
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Introduction of Cardexa Tablet ER
Cardexa 10mg/25mg/40mg Tablet ER is a combination of medicines used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure) when a single medication is not effective. It helps to lower high blood pressure thus reduces chances of future heart attack and stroke.
Cardexa 10mg/25mg/40mg Tablet ER is a combination of antihypertensive medicines.
Cardexa 10mg/25mg/40mg Tablet ER is a combination of antihypertensive medicines.
Uses of Cardexa Tablet ER
Benefits of Cardexa Tablet ER
In Hypertension (high blood pressure)
Cardexa 10mg/25mg/40mg Tablet ER 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 Cardexa Tablet ER
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 you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Cardexa
- Nausea
- Taste change
- Constipation
- Diarrhea
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Weakness
- Ankle swelling
- Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk)
- Edema (swelling)
- Increased potassium level in blood
- Slow heart rate
- Numbness of extremity
- Cold extremities
- Decreased blood pressure
How to use Cardexa Tablet ER
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. Cardexa 10mg/25mg/40mg Tablet ER is to be taken with food.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Cardexa 10mg/25mg/40mg Tablet ER.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Cardexa 10mg/25mg/40mg Tablet ER 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
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Cardexa 10mg/25mg/40mg Tablet ER during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Cardexa 10mg/25mg/40mg Tablet ER may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Cardexa 10mg/25mg/40mg Tablet ER in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Cardexa 10mg/25mg/40mg Tablet ER should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Cardexa 10mg/25mg/40mg Tablet ER may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Cardexa 10mg/25mg/40mg Tablet ER is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
Use of Cardexa 10mg/25mg/40mg Tablet ER is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
What if you forget to take Cardexa Tablet ER?
If you miss a dose of Cardexa 10mg/25mg/40mg Tablet ER, 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
Cardexa Tablet ER
- Cardexa 10mg/25mg/40mg Tablet ER is a combination of three medicines that help lower your blood pressure.
- Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent stroke and heart attack.
- Take it at the same time every day to help you remember to take it.
- A sudden drop in your blood pressure may occur, especially when you first start taking this medicine. To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
- 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.
- It may cause the level of potassium in blood to go up. Avoid taking potassium supplements and potassium-rich foods such as banana and broccoli.
- Do not stop taking Cardexa 10mg/25mg/40mg Tablet ER suddenly without talking to your doctor.
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