Cilnidipine+chlorthalidone
About Cilnidipine+chlorthalidone
Cilnidipine+chlorthalidone belongs to the class of medications called ‘antihypertensives’ used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure). Hypertension is a lifelong condition in which there is a persistent rise in blood pressure. The rise in blood pressure occurs when the force exerted by the blood against the blood vessel (arteries wall) increases. The higher this blood pressure, the harder the heart has to pump. As a result, it leads to heart diseases, irregular heartbeat, and other complications.
Cilnidipine+chlorthalidone is a combination of two medicines: Cilnidipine and Chlorthalidone. Cilnidipine blocks the calcium channels present in the blood vessels of the heart. This effect widens the blood vessels lowering the pressure exerted by the blood on the walls of blood vessels. It decreases the workload on the heart. It also reduces the risk of heart attack or stroke. Chlorthalidone is a diuretic or water pill. It acts by getting rid of excess water and salts in the body by increasing urination, thereby reducing blood pressure. It helps to reduce edema (fluid buildup) and swelling associated with hypertension.
You should take this medicine as prescribed by your doctor. The common side-effects of Cilnidipine+chlorthalidone are low blood pressure (feeling light-headed), dizziness, headache, palpitations (racing or pounding heart), increased frequency of urination, lethargy (lack of energy), peripheral edema (swelling of legs/hands), flushing (skin reddening), rash, impotence (erectile dysfunction), and gingival hyperplasia (gum overgrowth). Inform your doctor if any of these side-effects persist or get worsen.
Do not take Cilnidipine+chlorthalidone if you are allergic to Chlorthalidone, Cilnidipine, or any other ingredients present in it. Do not take Cilnidipine+chlorthalidone if you are unable to urinate or allergic to sulfa drugs. Before taking Cilnidipine+chlorthalidone, inform your doctor if you have kidney disease, heart failure, diabetes, gout (a type of arthritis), high cholesterol, aortic stenosis (narrowing of the aortic valve), cardiogenic shock (sudden stopping of blood flow to the heart), or if you are on a low-salt diet. Also, inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Uses of Cilnidipine+chlorthalidone
Medicinal Benefits
Cilnidipine+chlorthalidone is a combination of two medicines: Cilnidipine and Chlorthalidone. Cilnidipine blocks the calcium channels present in the blood vessels of the heart. This effect widens the blood vessels lowering the pressure exerted by the blood on the walls of blood vessels. It decreases the workload on the heart. Chlorthalidone is a diuretic or water pill. It acts by getting rid of excess water and salts in the body by increasing urination, thereby reducing blood pressure. It helps to reduce edema (fluid buildup) and swelling associated with hypertension. Together, Cilnidipine+chlorthalidone can effectively reduce the blood pressure and the complications associated with this condition such as heart attack.
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Side Effects of Cilnidipine+chlorthalidone
- Low blood pressure (feeling light-headed)
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Palpitations (racing or pounding heart)
- Increased frequency of urination
- Lethargy (lack of energy)
- Peripheral oedema (swelling of legs/hands)
- Flushing (skin reddening)
- Rash
- Impotence (erectile dysfunction)
- Gingival hyperplasia (gum overgrowth)
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Hypertension: It is a chronic condition when blood pressure is too high. This condition can lead to hardened arteries (blood vessels), decreasing the blood and oxygen flow to the heart. Blood pressure is the measurement of the force that our heart uses to pump blood to all parts of the body. Raised blood pressure can cause chest pain (angina) and heart attack (when blood supply to the heart is blocked). Additionally, high blood pressure also causes brain damage (stroke) and kidney failure. High blood pressure can be diagnosed with the help of a blood pressure monitor or sphygmomanometer. Systolic pressure is the pressure when the heart pumps blood out. On the other hand, diastolic pressure is the pressure when your heart is at the resting stage between heartbeats. If your blood pressure is 140/90 mm of Hg, it means the systolic pressure is 140 mm of Hg and, diastolic pressure is 90 mm of Hg. Ideal blood pressure should be between 90/60 mm of Hg and 120/80 mm of Hg.
FAQs
Cilnidipine+chlorthalidone is a combination of two medicines: Cilnidipine and Chlorthalidone. CIlnidipine blocks the calcium channels in the heart, widens the blood vessels, and lowers blood pressure. On the other hand, Chlorthalidone reduces blood pressure by expelling excess water and salts from the body through urine.
Cilnidipine+chlorthalidone may cause impotence (erectile dysfunction) as the blood flow to the penis decreases. If you experience erectile dysfunction during the use of Cilnidipine+chlorthalidone, inform your doctor immediately.
You are recommended to take this medicine for a duration as intended by your doctor. High blood pressure is a life-long condition, and you should not abruptly discontinue the medicine without discussing it with your doctor.
Cilnidipine+chlorthalidone may affect your blood sugar levels. It is recommended to discuss with your doctor before taking Cilnidipine+chlorthalidone to know the possible risks of this medicine.
Cilnidipine+chlorthalidone may affect cholesterol levels in the blood as this medicine may cause an increase in low-density lipoprotein (LDL) levels.
