Description
Uses
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Main use: Effective control of high blood pressure (hypertension)
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Triple-action combination:
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Cilnidipine: Relaxes blood vessels & reduces BP
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Metoprolol Succinate: Slows heart rate and reduces heart workload
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Telmisartan: Widens blood vessels and improves BP control
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Helps reduce risk of heart attack, stroke, and heart failure
Dosage
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Usually 1 tablet once daily, as prescribed
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ER (Extended Release): Swallow whole; do not crush or chew
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Take consistently at the same time every day
How to Use
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Can be taken with or without food
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Do not stop medicine suddenly
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Monitor BP & heart rate regularly
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Continue even if you feel fine
Precautions
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Not recommended in pregnancy
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Use cautiously in asthma/COPD, diabetes, thyroid problems, kidney or liver disorders
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Avoid sudden discontinuation due to metoprolol
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Inform doctor if taking: antidepressants, other BP medicines, NSAIDs (ibuprofen), digoxin, asthma medications
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Cilnidipine may cause mild swelling in legs
Side Effects
Common:
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Slow heartbeat
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Dizziness
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Swelling in feet
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Fatigue
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Headache
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Low blood pressure
Less common:
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Shortness of breath
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Sleep disturbances
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Muscle cramps
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Electrolyte imbalance (rare)
Seek immediate medical help if you experience severe dizziness, fainting, or breathing difficulty.
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