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Ciplar Benefits & Uses

Ciplar is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Angina
High BP (Read More - Home Remedies for High Blood Pressure)

Other Benefits

Arrhythmia
Heart Attack
Anxiety (Read More - Home Remedies for Anxiety)
Migraine (Read More - Home remedies for migraines)
Aortic Stenosis
Atrial Fibrillation
Valvular Heart Disease

Ciplar Dosage & How to Take

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.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Heart Attack Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 40 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Heart Attack Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 40 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Arrhythmia Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 0.5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Arrhythmia Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 0.5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Ciplar Related Warnings

Is the use of Ciplar safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Ciplar. If you are pregnant, do not take Ciplar without a doctor's advice.

Severe
Is the use of Ciplar safe during breastfeeding?

Ciplar has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.

Mild
What is the effect of Ciplar on the Kidneys?

Using Ciplar does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Ciplar on the Liver?

Ciplar may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Ciplar on the Heart?

Ciplar is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Ciplar with Other Drugs

Ciplar should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Amifostine

Diltiazem

Aminophylline

Epinephrine

Moderate

Alemtuzumab

Alfuzosin

Aliskiren

Amlodipine

Diclofenac

Mild

Paracetamol

Caffeine

Ciplar Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ciplar unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Depression
Myasthenia Gravis
Asthma
Diabetes
Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate)
Hyperthyroidism
Liver Disease
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PVD)

Frequently asked Questions about Ciplar

Is this Ciplar habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Ciplar has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Ciplar. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Ciplar should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, the use of Ciplar in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Ciplar Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Ciplar

Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Ciplar to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Ciplar

Consumption of alcohol and Ciplar together may have severe effects on your health.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Ciplar

Question about 5 years ago

Can Ciplar be used for alcohol withdrawal?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Ciplar may be used for alcohol withdrawal. Clinical studies have found that it can reduce the physical withdrawal symptoms but it is ineffective in preventing the seizures due to alcohol withdrawal also it is not approved and preferred. Since it is a prescription drug, you are advised not to take this drug by yourself for alcohol withdrawal.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I discontinue Ciplar on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

No, Ciplar should not be discontinued without doctors advice even when you start feeling well because discontinuing of this drug on your own might worsen your current medical condition. Hence you are advised to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Ciplar cause drowsiness?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Yes, Ciplar may cause drowsiness (sleepiness). It is a common side effect of this drug. If you experience drowsiness after taking this drug, then you are advised not to drive any vehicle or operate any machinery to avoid accidental injury.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Ciplar cause headache?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

No, Ciplar does not cause a headache. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. In fact, this drug is used for the prevention of a common migraine headache. However, the exact mechanism by which Ciplar works in the prevention of migraine attacks is unknown but it is a safe and effective drug to prevent a migraine headache.

Question almost 6 years ago

How to take Ciplar?

Dr. Chirag Bhingradiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Take Ciplar 2-3 times a day or as advised by your doctor. It should be taken with protein-rich food because of the presence of protein-rich food increase bioavailability of this drug. Precautions must be taken in a patient with diabetes mellitus, myasthenia gravis, and improper liver or kidney function.