Cetanil 5mg Tablet

Description

Product Description

Cetanil 5mg Tablet is an antihypertensive medicine containing Cilnidipine 5 mg. It belongs to the dihydropyridine group of calcium channel blockers and is prescribed to help lower elevated blood pressure.

By reducing excessive contraction of blood vessels, Cilnidipine helps improve blood flow through the arterial circulation and lowers the pressure against which the heart pumps. Regular blood pressure control is important because hypertension may remain without noticeable symptoms for a long time.

Cetanil should be taken exactly as prescribed. Treatment duration varies according to the individual’s blood pressure levels, response to therapy, and other medicines being used.

Uses

• Management of high blood pressure (hypertension).
• May be prescribed alone or along with other antihypertensive medicines when additional blood pressure control is required.

Key Benefits

• Helps lower elevated blood pressure.
• Promotes relaxation and widening of blood vessels.
• Supports improved blood flow by reducing vascular resistance.
• Helps maintain better blood pressure control when used regularly as prescribed.

How to Use

• Take Cetanil 5mg Tablet exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
• Swallow the tablet with water.
• It may be taken with or without food, according to your prescribed routine.
• Try to take it at the same time each day for consistent use.
• Do not stop or change the dose on your own, even when your blood pressure readings improve.

How It Works

Cilnidipine blocks calcium channels in the smooth muscle of blood vessel walls. This reduces the entry of calcium required for vascular muscle contraction, causing the blood vessels to relax and widen. As a result, resistance to blood flow decreases and blood pressure is lowered. Cilnidipine also acts on N-type calcium channels, which may influence sympathetic nerve activity.

Side Effects

• Headache
• Dizziness
• Flushing
• Swelling of the feet or ankles (edema)
• Palpitations or awareness of heartbeat
• Tiredness or sleepiness
• Low blood pressure, particularly in some individuals when treatment is started

Precautions & Warnings

• Use this medicine only under medical supervision and do not discontinue prescribed treatment without speaking to your doctor.
• Tell your doctor if you have liver disease, kidney problems, low blood pressure, heart failure, or other significant heart conditions.
• Rise slowly from a sitting or lying position if you experience dizziness or light-headedness.
• Inform your doctor if ankle or foot swelling becomes persistent or troublesome.
• Tell your doctor about all other medicines and supplements you take, as some medicines may affect blood pressure or the action of Cilnidipine.
• Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding.
• Avoid driving or operating machinery if the medicine makes you dizzy or sleepy.
• Seek medical attention if you experience severe dizziness, fainting, marked swelling, or an unusual or persistent heartbeat.

Storage Instructions

• Store below 30°C.
• Keep the tablets in their original packaging.
• Protect from excessive heat and moisture.
• Keep out of reach and sight of children.
• Do not use the medicine after the expiry date printed on the pack.

FAQs

Q: What is Cetanil 5mg Tablet used for?
A: Cetanil 5mg Tablet is used for the management of high blood pressure (hypertension).

Q: What is the salt composition of Cetanil 5mg Tablet?
A: Each tablet contains Cilnidipine 5 mg.

Q: Is Cetanil 5mg Tablet a prescription medicine?
A: Yes. It is a prescription medicine and should be used according to your doctor’s advice.

Q: Can Cetanil 5mg Tablet be taken with food?
A: Yes, Cilnidipine may be taken with or without food. Follow the timing recommended by your doctor.

Q: Can I stop Cetanil when my blood pressure becomes normal?
A: Do not stop the medicine on your own. A normal reading may reflect that treatment is controlling your blood pressure, and your doctor should decide whether treatment needs to be changed.

Q: What should I do if Cetanil causes ankle swelling?
A: Mild swelling can occur with medicines in this class. Inform your doctor if swelling persists, becomes severe, or is associated with breathlessness or other concerning symptoms.