Use:
This medication is used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure) and angina pectoris (pain in the heart). It works by blocking a calcium channel, which lowers blood pressure and reduces the heart’s workload. This helps to prevent heart attack and stroke.
Indication:
This medicine can be prescribed on its own or in combination with other medications. The dose is determined by the purpose of the treatment and the severity of the condition. It can be taken at any time of the day with or without food. It is best to take it at the same time every day. Keep taking it for as long as your doctor recommends. Even if you are feeling fine, do not stop taking it on your own as high blood pressure often does not have any symptoms. Stopping it may make your condition worse. Regular exercise, weight loss, and a healthy diet will help keep your blood pressure in check. Follow your doctor’s instructions while taking it.
Side Effects:
Common side effects include tiredness, swollen feet or ankles, insomnia, dizziness, sweating, and headaches. Talk to your doctor if any of these symptoms bother you, worsen, or persist.
Safety Advice:
It is important to inform your doctor if you have liver or kidney problems before taking it. Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding should also talk to their doctor before taking this medication. You should also tell your doctor if you are taking any other medicines, particularly those used to treat hypertension or heart conditions. Your doctor should check your blood pressure on a regular basis to make sure this medicine is working correctly.
