Felogard 5 mg Tablet

WHAT IS FELODIPINE?

Felodipine is known as a calcium channel blocker drug which dilates (widens) blood vessels (veins and arteries) making it easier for the heart to pump blood and lower its workload.

This medicine is prescribed for the treatment of hypertension or high blood pressure. It may also be used for other purposes not listed here.

Felodipine is sold under various trade names, a couple of which are Plendil and Felogard (made by Cipla)

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT FELODIPINE:

Do not take Felodipine (Plendil, Felogard) if you are allergic to it. Before taking this medication, let your doctor know if you are allergic to it or to other drugs, or if you have ever had heart disease (congestive heart failure), liver disease, swelling of the arms and legs (edema).

Felodipine can cause mild swelling of the gums which can be avoided with good dental hygiene (proper brushing and flossing).

Before having a surgery or any other medical procedure, inform your doctor or other healthcare personnel that you are consuming Felodipine.

This medication can make you dizzy. Do not drive or do any activities which require a great deal of alertness until you are sure that you can do them safely. Limit or avoid alcohol consumption.

Felodipine is an FDA pregnancy category C drug. It is not known whether this medication can harm an unborn baby if taken while being pregnant.

It is also not known if this medication can pass into breast milk and harm a nursing baby.
You must consult your doctor before using this medication if you are pregnant or breast feeding.

BEFORE TAKING FELODIPINE:

Before taking Felodipine (Plendil, Felogard), let your doctor know if you are allergic to it or to other drugs, or if you have ever had heart disease (congestive heart failure), liver disease, swelling of the arms and legs (edema).

HOW SHOULD I TAKE FELODIPINE?

Take Felodipine strictly according to your doctor’s directions or according to the instructions on the medication label.

Do not alter the dosage unless your doctor advises you to do so. Also, do not take this medication after the prescribed period is over.

All medications come with a patient leaflet. Refer the instructions in them for detailed information on that particular medication.

Felodipine can be taken with or without food. Always store this medicine in a cool and dry place.

Do not break, crush, or chew an extended release tablet of Felodipine. Instead, swallow it whole. Breaking, crushing, or chewing an extended release tablet may cause too much of the drug to be release in a short time.
Let your doctor know if you experience excessive sweating, vomiting or diarrhea. These conditions can cause severe low blood pressure.

WHAT IF I MISS A DOSE?

Remember to take your medications on time and never forget any doses. However, if you forget to take a dose for any reasons, take it as soon as you remember.

Don’t take the missed dose if the time to take the next dose is almost up. Taking multiple doses near to each other can cause overdose.

WHAT IF I MISS A DOSE?

In case of an overdose of Felodipine, get emergency medical attention or call the Poison helpline at 1-800-222-1222.

Overdose may lead to severe dizziness, slow heart rate, redness or tingling in your arms and legs, and feeling like you might pass out.

THINGS AND ACTIVITIES TO AVOID WHILE TAKING FELODIPINE:

Alcohol must be avoided while taking Felodipine as alcohol will further lower blood pressure. Also avoid activities which require a high level of mental awareness and reflexes (such as driving).

Do not consume grapefruit or grapefruit based products as they can interact with Felodipine and cause potentially dangerous effects.

SIDE EFFECTS OF FELOGARD 5MG:

COMMON

Felodipine are dizziness
Light headedness
Tiredness, or headache

SERIOUS

Elevated potassium levels (fast, irregular or rapid heartbeat, muscle weakness)
Fainting
Decreased or no urination

FELODIPINE DOSING INFORMATION:

Felodipine dosage may depend on a range of factors like age, sex, drug allergies, or seriousness of the condition among several other factors.

Your dosage will be determined by your doctor after examining you properly.
Remember to follow your doctor’s advice properly for best results.

PRODUCT INTRODUCTION

Felogard 5mg Tablet ER is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to prevent angina (heart-related chest pain).

It belongs to a class of medicines known as a calcium channel blocker which helps to lower blood pressure and reduce the workload of the heart. This helps prevent heart attacks and strokes.

Felogard 5 mg Tablet ER may be prescribed alone or along with other medicines. The dose depends on what you are taking it for and the severity of your condition.

You can take it at any time of the day with or without food, but it is best to take it at the same time each day. Keep taking it for as long as advised by your doctor.

Even if you feel well, do not stop this medicine on your own because high blood pressure often has no symptoms.If you stop taking it, your condition may get worse. Keeping active with regular exercise, reducing your weight, and eating a healthy diet will also help control your blood pressure.
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Most common side effects

The most common side effects include fatigue, nausea, swelling in the feet or ankles, dizziness, flushing, and headache. Consult your doctor if any of these bother you, or do not go away.

Before taking it, let your doctor know if you have any liver, kidney or heart problems. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor for advice before taking this medicine.

You also need to tell your doctor what other medicines you are taking, especially those used to treat high blood pressure or heart conditions.
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USES OF FELOGARD TABLET ER

• Hypertension (high blood pressure)
• Prevention of Angina (heart-related chest pain)
• Prevention of Heart attack
• Prevention of Stroke

BENEFITS OF FELOGARD TABLET ER

In Hypertension (high blood pressure)

Felogard 5mg Tablet ER is a calcium channel blocker. It works by relaxing the blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily around your body.

This lowers your blood pressure and reduces your risk of having a stroke, a heart attack, or kidney problems in the future.

You do not usually feel any direct benefit from taking this medicine, but it works in the long term to keep you well.
Take regularly, as prescribed for this medicine to be most effective, even if you feel better.

In Prevention of Angina (heart-related chest pain)

Felogard 5mg Tablet ER belongs to a class of medicines known as a calcium channel blockers. It works by relaxing blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily around your body.
This means that more oxygen gets to your heart and reduces the risk of getting chest pain (angina).This medicine should not be used to treat chest pain which is already happening. It is used to prevent or reduce the frequency of angina attacks.

This medicine needs to be taken regularly as prescribed for it to work effectively. So, it is important to keep taking it even if you feel well and have no symptoms.

In Prevention of Heart attack

Felogard 5mg Tablet ER helps lower your blood pressure and make it easier for your heart to pump blood around your body.

This reduces the chances of you having a heart attack. It can also reduce the risk of dying if it is given immediately after a heart attack.

This medicine needs to be taken regularly to be effective, so keep taking it even if you feel well. Do not stop without talking to your doctor.

In Prevention of Stroke

Felogard 5 mg Tablet ER reduces the risk of future strokes. It helps lower your blood pressure and make it easier for your heart to pump blood around your body.

This reduces the chances of you having a stroke. Take it as advised by the doctor to get the maximum benefit.

SIDE EFFECTS OF FELOGARD TABLET ER

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Felogard

• Fatigue
• Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk)
• Headache
• Nausea
• Dizziness
• Edema (swelling)

HOW TO USE FELOGARD TABLET ER

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Felogard 5 mg Tablet ER may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

HOW FELOGARD TABLET ER WORKS

Felogard 5 mg Tablet ER is a calcium channel blocker. In high blood pressure, it normalizes the blood pressure by relaxing the blood vessels to reduce the pressure on them, thereby improving the blood flow in the body.

In heart-related chest pain (angina), the enhanced blood flow in the body relaxes the heart muscles by reducing the workload on the heart.
It also improves the oxygen flow in the body, thereby, preventing any heart-related chest pain.

SAFETY ADVICE

Alcohol

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Felogard 5 mg Tablet ER. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

Felogard 5 mg Tablet ER may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

Felogard 5 mg Tablet ER is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Driving

Felogard 5 mg Tablet ER may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

Felogard 5 mg Tablet ER is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Felogard 5 mg Tablet ER is recommended.
However, talk to your doctor if you have any underlying kidney disease.

Liver

Felogard 5 mg Tablet ER should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Felogard 5 mg Tablet ER may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

WHAT IF YOU FORGET TO TAKE FELOGARD TABLET ER?

If you miss a dose of Felogard 5 mg Tablet ER, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.