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Indications & Uses
Cardicil 5 is indicated for:
Pharmacology
Cilnidipine is a dihydropyridine calcium-channel blocker. It binds to the dihydropyridine binding sites of the L-type voltage dependent calcium channel and blocks Ca2+ from entering the vascular smooth muscle cells through that channel. The smooth muscle relaxes as a result, and this causes vasodilation.
Cilnidipine also blocks Ca2+ entry through N-type voltage dependent calcium channels in the membrane of sympathetic nerve cells. This block on the N-type channel was seen at drug concentrations similar to those that inhibit the L-type channels. So the release of norepinephrine from the sympathetic nerve terminals would be inhibited. Cilnidipine is considered to suppress the reflex rise in heart rate that follows a fall in blood pressure.
Dosage Reference
Reference Information Only
Dosages shown are general references from official sources. Always consult your doctor or pharmacist for personalized dosing.
Adults:
Adults take Cilnidipine 5 to 10 mg once daily after breakfast. The maximum dose is 20 mg once daily.
Pediatric use: the safety of Cilnidipine in children has not been established.
Elderly use: older people may be more susceptible to hypotension, so treatment should start with the lowest possible dose (5 mg).
Side Effects
The most common side effects of Cilnidipine are dizziness, flushing, headache, hypotension, peripheral oedema, palpitations, GI disturbances, increased micturition frequency, lethargy, eye pain and depression.
Cautions & Contraindications
Warnings & Precautions
Cilnidipine should be given with care to two groups of patients. These are patients with serious hepatic dysfunction, and patients who have had serious adverse reactions to calcium antagonists in the past. When the medicine is being stopped, the dose should be reduced gradually and the patient watched closely during that time.
Contraindications
Don't give Cilnidipine to anyone who is known to be sensitive to Cilnidipine or to any of the excipients in the tablet. It is also contraindicated in patients with cardiogenic shock, a recent MI or acute unstable angina, and in those with severe aortic stenosis.
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Cilnidipine should not be given to a pregnant woman, or to a woman who may be pregnant. It's also best to avoid giving Cilnidipine to a nursing mother. If the medicine can't be avoided, the mother should be told to stop breastfeeding.
⚠️ Talk to your doctor before taking any medicine during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.
Storage
Store Cilnidipine below 30°C, and keep it away from light and moisture. Keep it out of the reach of children.
Drug Interactions
Common questions about Cardicil 5 5 mg
What is Cardicil 5 5 mg Tablet?
Cardicil 5 5 mg Tablet is a medicine that contains Cilnidipine. It is made by Radiant Pharmaceuticals Ltd. It belongs to the Calcium-channel blockers group of medicines.
What is Cardicil 5 used for?
Cardicil 5 is used for: Hypertension, Diabetes Mellitus.
What are the side effects of Cardicil 5?
The most common side effects of Cilnidipine are dizziness, flushing, headache, hypotension, peripheral oedema, palpitations, GI disturbances, increased micturition frequency, lethargy, eye pain and depression.
Can I take Cardicil 5 during pregnancy or while breastfeeding?
Cilnidipine should not be given to a pregnant woman, or to a woman who may be pregnant. It's also best to avoid giving Cilnidipine to a nursing mother. Talk to your doctor before taking any medicine during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.
How should I store Cardicil 5?
Store Cilnidipine below 30°C, and keep it away from light and moisture. Keep it out of the reach of children.
Can I take other medicines with Cardicil 5?
Some medicines can interact with Cilnidipine, for example: Erythromycin, Carbamazepine, Rifampicin, Cimetidine, Phenytoin. Tell your doctor or pharmacist about every medicine you take.
Do I need a prescription for Cardicil 5?
Cardicil 5 is a prescription (Rx) medicine. Take it as your doctor advises.