Plendil
Plendil Products are primarily used for
Hypertension (high blood pressure), Angina
About Plendil Products
Uses of Plendil Products
Felodipine is used in the treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure) and Angina (heart-related chest pain).
Plendil Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Plendil are Dizziness, Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk), Headache, Nausea, Palpitations, Constipation, Peripheral edema, Weakness, Dyspepsia, Paresthesia (tingling or pricking sensation), Upper respiratory tract infection, Cough, Runny nose, Sneezing, Rash.
How Plendil Products work
Felodipine is a calcium channel blocker. In high blood pressure, it normalizes the blood pressure by relaxing the blood vessels to reduce the pressure on them, thereby improving the blood flow in the body. The enhanced blood flow in the body further relaxes the heart muscles by reducing the workload on the heart. It also improves the oxygen flow in the body, thereby preventing any heart-related chest pain.
Patient Concerns about Plendil Products
Frequently asked questions about Plendil Products
Frequently asked questions about Felodipine
Q. Is Plendil 2.5mg Tablet ER the same as amlodipine?
Plendil 2.5mg Tablet ER and amlodipine belong to the same class of medicines called calcium channel blockers, both of these medicines are used for the treatment of hypertension and angina however they differ in the duration of action, dosage, etc.
Q. How does Plendil 2.5mg Tablet ER work?
Plendil 2.5mg Tablet ER works by relaxing the blood vessels, thereby lowering blood pressure, improving blood supply to the heart and reducing the strain on the heart.
Q. Is Plendil 2.5mg Tablet ER safe?
Plendil 2.5mg Tablet ER is generally safe to use. However, you should take it in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. It may cause some side effects that are temporary and usually resolve on their own. Consult your doctor if the symptoms persist for long. Your doctor will suggest ways to cope up with them.
Q. Should I take Plendil 2.5mg Tablet ER in the morning or at night?
Plendil 2.5mg Tablet ER can be taken anytime in the morning or evening, once daily. It is advised to take it at the same time each day so that you remember to take it and the levels of medicine are maintained.
Q. How long do I need to take Plendil 2.5mg Tablet ER?
You should keep on taking Plendil 2.5mg Tablet ER as long as your doctor has recommended you to take it. The doctor will suggest the duration of treatment according to the condition you are being treated for and response of the medicine. You may need to take it lifelong. Do not stop taking it, as this may lead to increased blood pressure and you may fall at risk of stroke and heart attack.
Q. What changes can I make to control my blood pressure better?
Avoid eating grapefruit (chakotra) or drinking grapefruit juice while taking Plendil 2.5mg Tablet ER. Take a low sodium and low fat diet, and adhere to the lifestyle changes as advised by your doctor.
Q. I have developed ankle edema and swelling over my feet after using Plendil 2.5mg Tablet ER. What should I do?
Plendil 2.5mg Tablet ER can cause ankle or foot swelling. Raise your legs while you are sitting down. Talk to your doctor if it does not go away.
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