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Calcigard 10 Retard Tablet SR is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of High BP. Calcigard 10 Retard Tablet SR also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Calcigard 10 Retard Tablet SR depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Calcigard 10 Retard Tablet SR also has some side effects, the most common being Headache. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Calcigard 10 Retard Tablet SR as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Calcigard 10 Retard Tablet SR are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Calcigard 10 Retard Tablet SR's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. It is important to know if Calcigard 10 Retard Tablet SR has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Calcigard 10 Retard Tablet SR related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Heart Failure must refrain from the use of Calcigard 10 Retard Tablet SR since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Calcigard 10 Retard Tablet SR contraindications section.
Besides this, Calcigard 10 Retard Tablet SR may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Calcigard 10 Retard Tablet SR is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Calcigard 10 Retard Tablet SR is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
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Is the use of Calcigard 10 Retard Tablet SR safe for pregnant women?
Calcigard shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Calcigard 10 Retard Tablet SR safe during breastfeeding?
Calcigard should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Calcigard 10 Retard Tablet SR on the Kidneys?
Calcigard does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Calcigard 10 Retard Tablet SR on the Liver?
Calcigard is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Calcigard 10 Retard Tablet SR on the Heart?
No research work has been carried out till date on effects of Calcigard on heart. So it is not known whether taking Calcigard will cause side effects on heart or not.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Calcigard 10 Retard Tablet SR unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Calcigard 10 Retard Tablet SR habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Calcigard 10 Retard Tablet SR is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Calcigard 10 Retard Tablet SR. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Calcigard 10 Retard Tablet SR is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Calcigard 10 Retard Tablet SR in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Calcigard 10 Retard Tablet SR
Taking Calcigard 10 Retard Tablet SR with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Calcigard 10 Retard Tablet SR
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Calcigard 10 Retard Tablet SR with alcohol.
Rarely, Calcigard causes arrhythmia (Irregular heartbeat). However, if you experience any fluctuation in heart rate after consuming this drug, please inform a doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Yes, Calcigard may cause hair loss. It is a rare side effect of this drug. This problem goes away after discontinuation of the drug. However, if you notice excessive hair loss then consult it with your doctor.
Yes, Calcigard can cause constipation. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, if you are experiencing severe constipation after taking this drug then inform your doctor and take precautionary methods such as eating fibrous foods to avoid constipation.
Yes, Calcigard has been reported to cause weight gain. It is a known side effect of this drug. However, if you experience any unusual sudden weight gain after taking this drug, then consult it with your doctor without further delay.
Yes, Calcigard can cause edema (swelling). It is the common side effects of this drug. Usually swelling occurs in feet and ankle. If these effects cause troublesome, then consult your doctor regarding whether this effect arises due to nifedipine consumption or not. If yes, then you can stop taking this medicine with the help of a doctor because alternate treatment is also available. However, it is dose-related effects if taken a low dose, chances of edema are very less if consuming a high dose the chances of edema are high.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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References
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