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Plendil 5 Mg Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of High BP. Plendil 5 Mg Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Plendil 5 Mg Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Plendil 5 Mg Tablet as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Plendil 5 Mg Tablet are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Plendil 5 Mg Tablet's effect during pregnancy is Mild and Severe while nursing. Warnings related to Plendil 5 Mg Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Heart Failure, Liver Disease must refrain from the use of Plendil 5 Mg Tablet since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Plendil 5 Mg Tablet contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Plendil 5 Mg Tablet with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Plendil 5 Mg Tablet, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Plendil 5 Mg Tablet 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.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Plendil 5 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get mild side effects from Plendil.
Is the use of Plendil 5 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Plendil may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Plendil should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Plendil 5 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?
Plendil is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Plendil 5 Mg Tablet on the Liver?
Plendil has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Plendil 5 Mg Tablet on the Heart?
Plendil may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Plendil 5 Mg Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Plendil 5 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Plendil 5 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Plendil 5 Mg Tablet has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Plendil 5 Mg Tablet as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Plendil 5 Mg Tablet is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Plendil 5 Mg Tablet in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Plendil 5 Mg Tablet
Taking Plendil 5 Mg Tablet with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Plendil 5 Mg Tablet
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Plendil 5 Mg Tablet.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Plendil (felodipine)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 549
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 549-551