Nexovas O Tablet is a combination medicine used for the treatment of high blood pressure (hypertension). It contains Olmesartan Medoxomil (an angiotensin receptor blocker – ARB) and Cilnidipine (a calcium channel blocker – CCB). Together, these medicines work by relaxing blood vessels and improving blood flow, which lowers blood pressure and reduces the strain on the heart. This helps to lower the risk of heart attack, stroke, and kidney problems.
Key Benefits:
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Effectively lowers high blood pressure.
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Provides dual action by blocking harmful effects of angiotensin II and relaxing blood vessels.
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Reduces the risk of cardiovascular events like heart attack and stroke.
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Helps protect kidney health in patients with hypertension.
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Works better than single-drug therapy for many patients.
Possible Side Effects:
Some common side effects may include ankle swelling, dizziness, headache, sleepiness, palpitations, tiredness, upset stomach, taste changes, flushing, or increased potassium levels. Most side effects are mild and temporary, but consult your doctor if they persist or become bothersome.
Safety Advice:
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Alcohol: Consult your doctor before use.
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Pregnancy: Not safe during pregnancy; avoid unless advised in emergency cases.
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Breastfeeding: Safety not established; seek medical advice.
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Driving: May cause dizziness or sleepiness; avoid driving if affected.
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Kidney & Liver: Use with caution in severe kidney or liver disease; dose adjustment may be required.
Usage Instructions:
Take Nexovas O Tablet with food, at the same time each day, exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Swallow whole; do not crush or chew. Continue using the medicine even if you feel well, as hypertension often has no symptoms.
Missed Dose:
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it is close to your next scheduled dose, skip the missed one. Do not double the dose.
Storage: Keep below 25°C, protected from moisture and sunlight.
Nexsart 40 Tablet is an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB) used to manage high blood pressure (hypertension) and heart failure. By relaxing blood vessels, it allows blood to flow more easily, which lowers blood pressure and reduces the workload on the heart. This not only helps control hypertension but also decreases the risk of heart attack, stroke, and kidney complications, especially in patients with diabetes.
Key Benefits:
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Effectively lowers and maintains blood pressure.
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Reduces the risk of cardiovascular problems such as heart attack and stroke.
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Helps in managing heart failure by improving blood flow and easing strain on the heart.
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Offers kidney protection in hypertensive patients with diabetes.
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Suitable for long-term use and generally well tolerated.
Possible Side Effects:
Common side effects may include dizziness, diarrhea, or muscle-related issues. These are usually mild and temporary, but consult your doctor if they persist.
Safety Advice:
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Alcohol: Avoid alcohol, as it may increase drowsiness or low blood pressure.
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Pregnancy: Not safe during pregnancy due to potential risk to the baby.
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Breastfeeding: May not be safe; consult your doctor before use.
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Driving: Can cause dizziness; avoid driving if affected.
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Kidney: Safe for use in kidney disease, but regular monitoring may be required.
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Liver: Use with caution in severe liver disease; dose adjustment may be necessary.
Usage Instructions:
Take Nexsart 40 Tablet once daily, with or without food, preferably at the same time every day. Swallow it whole with water; do not crush or chew. Continue taking it regularly, even if you feel well, as hypertension often has no symptoms.
Missed Dose:
If you miss a dose, skip it and continue with your next scheduled dose. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one.
Storage: Store below 25°C, away from direct heat and moisture.
Nexsart 80 Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs). It is primarily used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and heart failure. By relaxing and widening the blood vessels, it lowers blood pressure, allowing the heart to pump more efficiently. This helps reduce the risk of heart attack, stroke, and kidney damage, especially in patients with diabetes.
Key Benefits:
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Effectively lowers high blood pressure.
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Reduces strain on the heart in patients with heart failure.
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Provides protection against heart attack and stroke.
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Helps preserve kidney function, particularly in diabetic patients.
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Safe and effective for long-term use when taken regularly.
Possible Side Effects:
Most people tolerate this medicine well. However, some may experience:
These usually improve with time. Contact your doctor if they persist or worsen.
Safety Advice:
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Alcohol: Avoid alcohol as it may increase drowsiness or dizziness.
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Pregnancy: Not safe; it can harm the baby. Use only if prescribed in critical cases.
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Breastfeeding: May pass into breast milk. Consult your doctor before use.
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Driving: Avoid driving if you feel dizzy or weak.
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Kidney: Generally safe, but kidney function should be monitored.
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Liver: Use with caution in severe liver problems; dose adjustment may be needed.
How to Use:
Take Nexsart 80 Tablet exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Swallow it whole with water, with or without food. Try to take it at the same time every day for best results. Do not crush or chew the tablet.
Missed Dose:
If you miss a dose, skip it and continue with your next scheduled dose. Do not double the dose.
Storage: Keep in a cool, dry place below 25°C, away from direct heat and moisture.
Uses
- High blood pressure (hypertension)
- Angina (chest pain)
- Prevention of angina attacks, when prescribed
Key Benefits
- Helps lower high blood pressure
- Relaxes and widens blood vessels
- Improves blood flow
- Reduces the workload on the heart
- Helps prevent angina episodes in suitable patients
How Nicardia Retard 10 Works
Nifedipine is a calcium channel blocker. It reduces calcium entry into the muscles of blood-vessel walls, causing the vessels to relax and widen.
This improves blood flow and reduces blood pressure. By improving blood supply to the heart, it can also help prevent certain types of angina.
Dosage & How to Use
Take Nicardia Retard 10 Tablet SR exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
- Swallow the tablet whole with water.
- Do not crush, chew, or break the sustained-release tablet.
- Take it at the time recommended by your doctor.
- It may be taken with or without food, according to medical advice.
- Do not stop treatment suddenly without consulting your doctor.
Side Effects
Common side effects may include:
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Flushing
- Ankle or foot swelling
- Palpitations
- Constipation
- Fatigue
- Low blood pressure
Contact your doctor if swelling becomes significant, dizziness persists, or you experience worsening chest pain.
Precautions
Tell your doctor if you have:
- Very low blood pressure
- Liver disease
- Heart problems
- A history of heart attack
- Severe narrowing of the aortic valve
- Significant ankle or leg swelling
Rise slowly from sitting or lying down if you experience dizziness.
Drug Interactions
Nicardia Retard may interact with:
- Other blood-pressure medicines
- Certain heart medicines
- Some antibiotics
- Antifungal medicines
- Medicines that affect liver enzymes
- Grapefruit or grapefruit juice
Avoid grapefruit or grapefruit juice unless your doctor confirms it is safe, as it may increase Nifedipine levels.
Uses
- High blood pressure (hypertension)
- Angina (chest pain)
- Prevention of angina attacks, as prescribed
Key Benefits
- Helps lower high blood pressure
- Relaxes and widens blood vessels
- Improves blood flow to the heart
- Reduces the workload on the heart
- Helps prevent angina episodes in suitable patients
How Nicardia XL 60 Works
Nifedipine is a calcium channel blocker. It reduces calcium entry into the muscles of blood vessels, causing them to relax and widen.
This improves blood flow and lowers the pressure against the artery walls. In angina, it also helps improve blood supply to the heart muscle.
Dosage & How to Use
Take Nicardia XL 60 exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
- Swallow the tablet whole with water.
- Do not crush, chew, or break the extended-release tablet.
- It can generally be taken with or without food.
- Take it at the same time each day.
- Do not stop treatment without medical advice.
Side Effects
Common side effects may include:
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Flushing
- Ankle or foot swelling
- Palpitations
- Constipation
- Fatigue
- Low blood pressure
Contact your doctor if swelling is severe, dizziness is persistent, or you experience worsening chest pain.
Precautions
Tell your doctor if you have:
- Very low blood pressure
- Heart problems
- Liver disease
- A history of heart attack
- Severe narrowing of the aortic valve
- Significant swelling of the legs
Avoid suddenly stopping prescribed treatment without consulting your doctor.
Drug Interactions
Nicardia XL may interact with:
- Other blood-pressure medicines
- Certain heart medicines
- Some antibiotics and antifungal medicines
- Medicines that affect liver enzymes
- Grapefruit or grapefruit juice
Grapefruit can increase Nifedipine levels in the blood, so ask your doctor or pharmacist whether you should avoid it.