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Buy Plendil, felodipine Buy Plendil (felodipine) to treat hypertension and high blood pressure. Initial dosage of Plendil is one (5 mg) pill per day, which can be increased or decreased based on patient's reaction.Contraindications: Do not take Plendil if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you are allergic to any of its ingredients. Consult a doctor if you are taking any other medications (especially diuretics "water pills" or other blood pressure medications or intravenous calcium), or if you have or have a history of kidney disease, liver disease, congestive heart failure, asthma, or diabetes. To read more about Plendil, felodipine side effects, Plendil, felodipine dosage, and for more useful information about Plendil, felodipine, please click the product information link below.  PRODUCT INFORMATION |
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Other name(s): Cardioplen XL, Felotens |
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Often prescribed for Hypertension, high blood pressure, congestive heart failure |
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READ MORE ABOUT BLOOD PRESSUREPlendil, felodipineChemical NameFelodipine Ingredients Active Ingredients: Felodipine Non-Active Ingredients: cellulose, red and yellow oxide, lactose, polyethylene glycol, sodium stearyl fumarate, titanium dioxide, and other ingredients. Indications Plendil is used to treat hypertension, high blood pressure, and congestive heart failure. How It Works Felodipine is a calcium channel blocker. Felodipine acts by relaxing (widening) blood vessels (veins and arteries), which reduces the heart's workload and makes it easier to pump blood throughout the body. Dosage Tablets (2.5 mg, 5 mg, 10 mg) The usual initial dosage of Felodipine is 5 mg per day administered in a single dose. Based on the patient's reaction, the dose can either be reduced to 2.5 mg or raised to 10 mg. Dosage changes should occur no less then every two weeks. Precautions Plendil is contraindicated in patients with liver disease or another disease of the heart or blood vessels such as sick sinus syndrome, aortic stenosis, heart failure, low blood pressure, or coronary artery disease. If you suffer from any of these conditions you may not be able to take Plendil or you may require a reduced dosage. Before taking Plendil, tell your doctor if you have a history of kidney disease (or are on dialysis), liver disease, congestive heart failure, asthma, or diabetes. Brushing and flossing your teeth regularly is recommended. Rarely, the swelling of the gums may become a side effect from treatment with Felodipine. Proper oral hygiene will help prevent swelling and decay, minimizing these symptoms. Taking this medication with other conditons, or reactions to conditions, may excessively lower your blood pressure. Tell your doctor if you experinec any of the following conditions: vomiting, diarrhea, heavy sweating, heart disease, dialysis. Your blood pressure may also lower if you are on a low-salt diet or other diuretics. Make sure to tell your doctor about any "special" diets or medications you might be on. Follow your doctor's instructions about amount of liquids you should drink as well as the types of liquids you should drink while taking Plendil. Tell your doctor if you are prone to diarrhea or vomiting or if you have a condition causing either of these. If you are being treated for high blood pressure, continue using this medication even if you feel fine. High blood pressure does not have external symptoms. Do not suddenly stop taking this medication, always consult your doctor about gradually ending treatment or switching medication. Avoid losing excess amounts of water, becoming overheated, dehydrated, exercising excessively or in hot weather. In some cases, drinking too much liquid can be as unsafe as not drinking enough. All patients should be cautioned that excessive sweating and dehydration may lead to a fall in blood pressure because of the decrease in fluid volume. Other causes of volume depletion such as vomiting or diarrhea may also lead to a fall in blood pressure, patients should be advised to consult with their physician. Avoid getting up too fast, which may make you feel dizzy. Avoid drinking alcohol, which can increase some of the side effects of Plendil. This medicine may cause harm to an unborn baby and has been known to cause birth defects. Before taking Plendil, tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant during treatment. Plendil passes into breast milk and may causes harm to a nursing baby. Tell your doctor right away if you become pregnant. You should not be breast feeding on this medication. BUY PLENDIL ONLINEDrug Interactions Consult a doctor before taking Plendil, if you are taking any of the following: other medication for high blood pressure, or intravenous calcium. Also tell your doctor if you are taking drugs that could affect the removal of felodipine from your system (CYP 3A4 inhibitors, inducers or substrates) or drugs such as azole antifungals (Itraconazole, Ketoconazole), cimetidine, certain anti-seizure medications (Carbamazepine, Phenobarbital, Phenytoin), macrolide antibiotics (Erythromycin), or tacrolimus. Eating grapefruit or grapefruit juice may cause an interaction with felodipine. The acids of this fruit may interact with the absorption of it into the body leading to potentially dangerous side effects. Check the labels on all your medicines (cough-and-cold products, diet aids, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)) because they may contain ingredients that could increase your blood pressure. Ask your pharmacist about the safe use of these products. Tell your doctor if you regularly use any of these medicines, or any other blood pressure medications. Before using Plendil, tell your doctor or pharmacist about all prescription and nonprescription medications, including herbal products, minerals and vitamins you may be taking. Other medications may affect how Plendil works or may cause other unforeseen complications. Adverse/Side Effects It is common that Plendil causes the following minor side effects: fatigue or tiredness; headache, insomnia or difficulty sleeping, swelling of your gums, nausea or diarrhea, increased or difficult urination, muscle or joint discomfort or flushing (redness). If these side effects persist or become overly bothersome contact your doctor or health-care professional. If you experience any of these less common but serious side effects contact you doctor immediately: unusually fast or slow heartbeat, chest pain, severe dizziness or fainting, abnormal behavior or psychosis, jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes), or swelling of the legs, ankles, or face. Rarely, the swelling of the gums may become a side effect from treatment with felodipine. Proper oral hygiene will help prevent this and minimize these symptoms. A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare. Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, or trouble breathing. This may not be a complete list of side effects and may be subject to change, consult with your doctor or pharmacist if you are experiencing any worrisome side effects. Overdose If you suspect overdose, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose include severe dizziness, slow heartbeat, and severe weakness. Storage Instructions Store at room temperature, away from moisture and light, and out of reach of children and pets. BUY PLENDIL ONLINE |
