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Calchek L 5mg Tablet 10’S
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Introduction About CALCHEK L 5MG TABLET
CALCHEK L 5MG TABLET is a combination of Amlodipine and Lisinopril which belongs to the group of medicines called Antihypertensive agents. It is used to manage hypertension (high blood pressure) and certain type of angina (chest pain) called as Prinzmetal or variant angina. It can also be used to manage heart failure and reduce the chances of hospitalization among the heart patients.
It also protects the function of kidneys particularly in patients who have both hypertension and type II diabetes mellitus.
Before taking CALCHEK L 5MG TABLET inform your doctor if you have any liver or kidney problems. You must also inform your doctor if you have any other heart problems apart from hypertension, angina and heart failure (such as cardiogenic shock or narrowing of heart valves).
Talk to your doctor if you are on a low salt diet or have diabetes or are severely dehydrated due to any recent sickness (such as vomiting or diarrhea) before taking CALCHEK L 5MG TABLET as a precaution.
CALCHEK L 5MG TABLET is not recommended for use in patients with severe hypotension (low blood pressure). It is also not suitable for use in women who are pregnant or breastfeeding due to increased risk of side effects.
The most common side effects of taking CALCHEK L 5MG TABLET are dizziness, swelling of ankles or other body parts, headache, sleepiness, tiredness, racing heartbeat, indigestion, constipation and muscle cramps. Contact your doctor if any of these side effects trouble you.
Uses Of CALCHEK L 5MG TABLET
It is used to:
- Manage hypertension and angina
- Prevent heart failure
- Protects kidney functions in patients with hypertension and diabetes
How CALCHEK L 5MG TABLET Works
CALCHEK L 5MG TABLET is a vasodilator. It relaxes the blood vessels supplying the heart and other organs (such as kidneys). This improves blood flow and oxygen supply to the heart muscles which reduces strain on the heart.
It also allows blood to flow more smoothly across the blood vessels with less pressure. It can improve blood supply to the kidneys which helps in improving kidney functions among diabetic patients. As a result, it reduces blood pressure and improves the functions of the heart and the kidneys.
How to use CALCHEK L 5MG TABLET
Take CALCHEK L 5MG TABLET as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicines with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. CALCHEK L 5MG TABLET can be taken with or without food.
Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of therapy for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition.
Continue to take CALCHEK L 5MG TABLET for the stipulated duration instructed by your doctor to achieve better results.
Side Effects Of CALCHEK L 5MG TABLET
Common
- edema (swelling of the ankles or other body parts)
- headache, dizziness, sleepiness
- palpitations (fast heartbeat)
- flushing (redness and warmth of the skin)
- stomach pain, nausea, diarrhea, constipation, indigestion
- changes in bowel habit
- tiredness, weakness
- blurred vision, double vision
- muscle pains
- dry cough, sinus inflammation
Uncommon
- anxiety, depression
- insomnia (sleeplessness)
- changes in taste
- tingling sensation in limbs, loss of pain sensation
- ringing in the ears
- increased sweating
- increased urination at night
- inability to obtain an erection, enlargement of the breasts in men
- joint pain, back pain
- increased potassium levels in blood
Rare
- confusion
- red, swollen tongue
- loosening or separation of a nail from its bed
- skin rash, itching, redness
- red, itchy, swollen or watery eyes
- low RBC, WBC and platelet counts
Stop taking CALCHEK L 5MG TABLET and contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects:
- signs of allergic reactions (such as skin rash, swelling of the face, lips, mouth or throat which can lead to difficulty in breathing or swallowing)
- severe skin reactions (such as skin rash with itching and redness, blistering and peeling of skin, skin swelling and inflammation of mucous membrane)
- chest pain, shortness of breath (signs of heart attack)
- signs of stroke (such as weakness or numbness down on one side of the body, confusion, slurred speech, difficulty in concentrating)
- signs of kidney failure (decreased urine, cloudy or blood in urine with low back pain, nausea or vomiting, fluid retention in legs, ankles or feet)
- inflammation of pancreas (causing severe stomach pain that radiates to the back side of the body)
- sever stomach pain due to obstruction of the gut or inflammation of pancreas
- dizziness, fainting or lightheadedness, excessive sweating following an exercise or after regular activities (signs of low RBC count in blood)
- signs of liver problems (such as fever, muscle pain, rashes, itching, stomach pain, diarrhea, discoloration of eyes, skin and urine)
- increased infections, fever, bleeding or bruising
How To Manage Side Effects
Nausea and vomiting:
Take CALCHEK L 5MG TABLET with or just after a meal or a snack. Stick to simple meals. Avoid eating rich or spicy food. Consult your doctor if your nausea worsens.
Dizziness:
Try to rest and relax. Get enough sleep. Avoid driving or operating any tools or machines completely while you are feeling dizzy. Do not consume excessive alcohol, as it could aggravate your dizziness. Consult your doctor if your dizziness worsens.
Headache:
Rest and relax. Keep yourself hydrated by drinking plenty of fluids such as water or electrolytes. Applying a pain-relieving balm on your forehead can be beneficial. Do not consume excessive alcohol, as it could aggravate your headache. Consult your doctor if your headache worsens.
Constipation:
Eat plenty of fibre rich foods such as fresh fruits, vegetables and cereals. Drink plenty of fluids. Exercise more regularly. Consult your doctor if this side effect bothers you.
Warning & Precautions
Pregnancy
CALCHEK L 5MG TABLET is not recommended for use in pregnant women as it may cause serious harm to the growing fetus. Therefore, inform your doctor before taking this medicine if you are pregnant, think you may be pregnant or planning to have a baby. If you accidentally become pregnant while undergoing therapy with CALCHEK L 5MG TABLET, inform your doctor immediately.
Breastfeeding
CALCHEK L 5MG TABLET is not recommended for use in breast-feeding women. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it.
Driving and Using Machines
Do not drive or operate any heavy tools or machines if you feel dizzy after taking CALCHEK L 5MG TABLET.
Alcohol
Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking CALCHEK L 5MG TABLET as it may severely decrease your blood pressure and make you feel dizzier or faint.
Kidney
CALCHEK L 5MG TABLET is not recommended for use in patients with severe kidney impairment (including dialysis or narrowing or renal arteries). It should be used with caution in patients with other kidney problems (including kidney transplantation). Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it.
Liver
CALCHEK L 5MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with liver problems. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it.
Allergy
Do not take CALCHEK L 5MG TABLET if you are allergic to Amlodipine, Lisinopril or to any other calcium antagonists (such as nifedipine, diltiazem) or ACE inhibitors (such as captopril, enalapril).
Heart Disease
CALCHEK L 5MG TABLET is not recommended for use in patients with severe heart problems such as heart failure, aortic stenosis (narrowing of arteries) or cardiogenic shock (inability of heart to pump blood). It should be used with caution in patients having a history of recent heart attack or heart failure. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it.
Others
CALCHEK L 5MG TABLET is not recommended for use if you:
- have severe low blood pressure (hypotension)
- have diabetes with impaired kidney functions
Before taking CALCHEK L 5MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you have:
- severe uncontrollable increase in blood pressure (hypertensive crisis)
- have problems in the blood vessels supplying the brain
- are on a salt-restricted diet
- are severely dehydrated due to any recent sickness such as vomiting or diarrhea
- have low WBC, RBC and platelet count in the blood
- have diabetes
- have any autoimmune disease that affects the skin or collagen (Ex. lupus erythematosus, rheumatoid arthritis or scleroderma)
- are scheduled for any upcoming surgery
- are scheduled for LDL apheresis (a procedure to remove cholesterol from the blood)
- have any desensitization management (used to reduce the effect of an allergy to bee or wasp stings)
- have high blood potassium levels
- previously had stroke or mini stroke
Use in Paediatrics:
CALCHEK L 5MG TABLET can be used in children and adolescents (aged between 6-18 years) if prescribed by a physician. It is not recommended for use in children aged below 6 years. Therefore, consult your doctor before consumption.
Use in Geriatrics:
CALCHEK L 5MG TABLET should be used with caution in elderly patients. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it.
Interactions
A. Drug-Drug interactions:
Before taking CALCHEK L 5MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicines such as:
- racecadotril (a medicine used to manage diarrhea)
- medicines that supplement potassium to the body (Ex. spironolactone, triamterene or amiloride)
- trimethoprim containing antibiotics (used for infections)
- medicines used to manage organ transplant rejection (Ex. ciclosporin, temsirolimus, sirolimus, everolimus)
- heparin (used to manage blood clots)
- medicines used for heart conditions such as hypertension, chest pain, irregular heartbeats or heart failure (Ex. atenolol, propranolol, furosemide, bumetanide, nitroglycerin, valsartan, aliskiren, procainamide, sacubitril/valsartan)
- lithium (a medicine used in some types of mental illness)
- tricyclic antidepressants (used to manage depression) Ex. amitriptyline
- antipsychotics (used to manage serious mental illnesses) Ex. clozapine, risperidone
- anesthetics (used to manage pain during surgery) Ex. propofol, thiopental, proparacaine, lignocaine
- medicines used to relieve pain (Ex. morphine, aspirin, ibuprofen, celecoxib, valdecoxib)
- thrombolytics (used to dissolve blood clots) Ex. reteplase, tenecteplase
- gold therapy (used to manage rheumatic conditions)
- medicines used to suppress cough (such as dextromethorphan, guaiphenesin, pseudoephedrine)
- anti-diabetic medicines and insulin (used to lower the blood glucose level) Ex. vildagliptin, metformin
- other medicines used to manage high blood pressure or angina (Ex. diltiazem, verapamil)
- ketoconazole, itraconazole (used to manage fungal infections)
- ritonavir, indinavir, nelfinavir (used in management of HIV infections)
- rifampicin, erythromycin, clarithromycin (used to manage bacterial infections)
- dantrolene (a medicine used to manage muscle spasms)
- medicines used to control elevated cholesterol levels (Ex. simvastatin)
- St. John’s wort (an herbal medicine used to manage depression)
B. Drug – Food interaction:
Avoid drinking grapefruit juice while taking CALCHEK L 5MG TABLET, as it could reduce your blood pressure to an abnormal level.
Overdosage:
If you or anyone else accidentally took more CALCHEK L 5MG TABLET, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. Symptoms of overdosage might include dizziness, fainting, light-headedness, weakness, shock, cool or clampy skin, fast heartbeat, anxiety, cough and shortness of breath.
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