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Plendil tablet 10 mg 30’s
- Does this requires a prescription ? Yes
- Generic Name: Felodipine
- Manufactured by : Barrett Hodgson Pakistan (Pvt) Ltd
- Drug Strength : 10 mg
- Drug Form : Tablet
- Pack Size : 30s
- Product SKU : pg_18532_25626
Plendil tablet contains Felodipine | belongs to Calcium antagonist
Alternate brands of Plendil tablet 10 mg 30’s
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How it works
Plendil tablet 10 mg 30’s works by relaxing the blood vessels and reducing the heart rate. This allows the blood to flow smoothly and decreases the blood pressure.
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Plendil tablet 10 mg 30’s
- Bloating severe
- Rapid weight gain severe
- Tingling of hands or feet severe
- Chills severe
- Fever severe
- Sneezing severe
- Difficulty in breathing severe
- Runny Nose severe
- Sore throat severe
- Cough severe
- Inflammation of gum
Uses of Plendil tablet 10 mg 30’s
What is it prescribed for?
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Hypertension
Plendil tablet 10 mg 30’s is used to reduce high blood pressure caused by genetic and environmental factors.
Concerns
Frequently asked questions
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Onset of action
The effect of this medicine can be observed within 2 to 5 hours.
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Duration of Effect
The effect of this medicine lasts for an average duration of 24 hours.
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Safe with Alchohol?
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
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Is it habit forming?
No habit forming tendency has been reported.
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Usage in pregnancy?
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
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Usage while breast-feeding?
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
When not to use?
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Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to Plendil tablet 10 mg 30’s or any other calcium-channel blockers.
Warnings
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Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
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Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
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Hypotension
This medicine should be used with caution due to a risk of hypotension and syncope. This risk is especially higher in patients suffering from cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases. Appropriate dose adjustments and close monitoring of blood pressure are necessary for such patients.
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Impaired liver function
This medicine should be used with caution in patients suffering from liver diseases due to the increased risk of severe side effects. Appropriate dose adjustments and close monitoring of liver function are recommended for such patients.
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Pediatric use
The safety and efficacy of Plendil tablet 10 mg 30’s have not been established in children.
Dosage
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Missed Dose
The missed dose should be taken as soon as possible. It is advisable to skip the missed dose if it is already time for your next scheduled dose. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one.
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Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.
Interactions
Interaction with Medicines- Atenolol moderate
- Clozapine moderate
- Itraconazole severe
- Ketoconazole severe
- Aspirin moderate
- Rifampicin severe
- Dolasetron severe
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severe
Plendil tablet 10 mg 30’s is not recommended for use in patients suffering from a cardiogenic shock due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition.
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severe
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with a known history of liver diseases due to the increased risk of severe side-effects. Appropropriate dose adjustments should be done based on the clinical condition of the patient.
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Consumption of grapefruit juice is not recommended during treatment with this medicine due to the increased risk of severe side effects. These side effects may include dizziness, headache, swelling of hands and feet, fainting, etc.
General Instructions
Take Plendil tablet 10 mg 30’s with or without food. Do not crush or chew the tablet, swallow it whole. Do not take in larger or smaller amounts than advised. Inform the doctor immediately if you experience any undesirable side effects. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.
Other details
- Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor
- To be taken as instructed by doctor
- Does not cause sleepiness
References
- practo.com - Felodipine [Internet]. Available from: https://www.practo.com/medicine-info/felodipine-699-api [cited 24 SEPTEMBER 2019]. 4 Sep 2017
- medlineplus.gov - Felodipine [Internet]. Available from: https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a692016.html [cited 24 SEPTEMBER 2019]. 11 September 2019
- drugbank.ca - Felodipine [Internet]. Available from: https://www.drugbank.ca/drugs/DB01023 [cited 24 SEPTEMBER 2019]. September 23, 2019
- dailymed.nlm.nih.gov - FELODIPINE [Internet]. Available from: https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=0f854e5d-35a8-9c1f-63e7-c727ec573de9 [cited 24 SEPTEMBER 2019]. August 25, 2016
what are the adverse effects of Plendil tablet 10 mg 30’s?
Ankle oedema, dizziness, fatigue, headache, flushing, palpitations, rash, mild gingival enlargement, vomiting. Aggravation of angina.
What happens if I miss a dose of Plendil tablet 10 mg 30’s?
Adults: Hypertension: Initially 5 mg once daily, maintenance 5-10 mg once daily; max 20 mg daily.
Angina: Initially 5 mg once daily, maintenance 10 mg once daily; max 10 mg once daily.
Children: Not recommended.
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