Gericard: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Gericard Benefits & Uses

Gericard is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Gericard 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
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Amlodipine (5 mg) Atenolol (25 mg)/tablet
Adult	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Amlodipine (5 mg) Atenolol (25- 50 mg)/tablet
Geriatric	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Amlodipine (5 mg) Atenolol (25 mg)/tablet

Gericard Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Gericard is used -

Moderate

Palpitations (fluttering in chest)
Edema
Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)

Mild

Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)

Common

Headache
Fatigue
पेट दर्द
Sleepiness
Dry Mouth
Cold hands

Gericard Related Warnings

Is the use of Gericard safe for pregnant women?

Gericard can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Gericard right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.

Moderate
Is the use of Gericard safe during breastfeeding?

If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Gericard. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.

Moderate
What is the effect of Gericard on the Kidneys?

Gericard may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Gericard on the Liver?

The liver can be affected by Gericard. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Gericard only after medical advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Gericard on the Heart?

Gericard can have moderate side effects on the heart. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Gericard with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Itraconazole

Tizanidine

Ampicillin

Clonidine

Moderate

Clotrimazole

Clarithromycin

Gericard Contraindications

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

Low Blood Pressure
Liver Disease
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Gericard

Is this Gericard habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Gericard.

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

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Gericard 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 Gericard in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Gericard Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Gericard

Taking Gericard with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Gericard

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Gericard as it can have severe side effects.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Gericard

Question almost 6 years ago

Is Gericard safe to use?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Yes, Gericard is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, few side effects are observed at regular doses such as palpitation, abdominal pain, sleepiness, swelling, and flushing. Do not hesitate to inform your doctor if you are facing any of the above.

Question about 6 years ago

How to take [Mediciine]?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Gericard comes in form of a tablet and ideally, it should be taken by mouth once daily as advised by your doctor. It can be taken with food or without food at any time of the day. Precautions must be taken in patients with liver disease, diabetes, and hypothyroidism.

Question about 6 years ago

How does Gericard work?

Dr. Joydeep Sarkar MBBS , Cardiology, Neurology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, Hepatology, Internal Medicine, Diabetology

Gericard is calcium channel blocker. It works by inhibiting the movement of calcium into vascular smooth muscle cells and cardiac cells which inhibits the contraction of cardiac muscle and vascular smooth muscle and reduce electrical conduction within heart cell and dilate blood vessel. Dilation of the blood vessel reduces the blood pressure.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Gericard cause diabetes?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

No, Gericard does not cause diabetes. It has not been reported to cause diabetes. However, Gericard might increase your blood sugar levels slightly, healthy people can tolerate it easily while diabetic patients might face some spike in blood sugar levels. So, if you have diabetes keep a check on your blood sugar levels and in case of a sudden spike inform your doctor and take medicines accordingly.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Gericard cause erectile dysfunction?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Yes, Gericard can cause erectile dysfunction. It is uncommon side effects of this drug. If you experience erectile dysfunction after consuming this drug, please inform to a doctor, they might give you an alternate therapy.