Uses, Side Effects, of Primodil 5 Tablet
Primodil 5 Tablet belongs to a class of medicines known as calcium channel blockers. It is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and prevent angina (heart-related chest pain). It lowers blood pressure and reduces the heart's workload, which helps prevent heart attacks and strokes.
Primodil 5 Tablet 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 about the same time each day. You should take this medicine for as long as it is prescribed for you. 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 yourself active with regular exercise, managing your weight, and eating a healthy diet will also help control your blood pressure.
The most common side effects include headache, fatigue, nausea, abdominal pain, and sleepiness. Consult your doctor if any of these side effects bother you or do not go away. They may be able to suggest ways to prevent or reduce the side effects.
Before taking it, let your doctor know if you have any liver, heart, or kidney problems. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking this medicine. You also need to tell your doctor about all the other medicines you are taking, especially those used to treat high blood pressure or heart conditions. You should have your blood pressure checked regularly to make sure that this medicine is working properly.
USES OF PRIMODIL TABLET
- Treatments of Hypertension (excessive blood stress)
- Prevention of Angina (coronary heart-associated chest pain)
BENEFITS OF PRIMODIL TABLET
In Treatment of Hypertension (excessive blood stress)
Primodil 5 Tablet 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. You should take it regularly as prescribed for this medicine to be most effective, even if you feel better.
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SIDE EFFECTS OF PRIMODIL TABLET
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 Primodil
- Nausea
- Abdominal pain
- Fatigue
- Sleepiness
- Headache
HOW TO USE PRIMODIL TABLET
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. Primodil 5 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
HOW TO USE PRIMODIL TABLET
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. Primodil 5 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
HOW PRIMODIL TABLET WORKS
Primodil 5 Tablet is a calcium channel blocker. High blood pressure, normalizes 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
Warnings
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Primodil 5 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Primodil 5 Tablet 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.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Primodil 5 Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
UNSAFE
Primodil 5 Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Primodil 5 Tablet may cause side effects such as dizziness, headaches, nausea or tiredness, all of which could affect your ability to concentrate and drive.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Primodil 5 Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Primodil 5 Tablet is recommended.
CAUTION
Primodil 5 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Primodil 5 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Primodil 5 Tablet is started at a lower dose in patients with liver disease and further increased slowly with careful monitoring.
WHAT IF YOU FORGET TO TAKE PRIMODIL TABLET?
If you miss a dose of Primodil 5 Tablet, 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.
FAQs
Q1.How long does it take for Primodil 5 Tablet to work?
Primodil 5 Tablet starts working on the day it is taken. However, it may take weeks to see the full effect. You should continue taking the medicine even if you feel better or if you do not notice any considerable difference. Consult your doctor if you have any concerns or if you feel worse after taking the medicine.
Q2. Does Primodil 5 Tablet cause itching?
Primodil 5 Tablet may cause itching in some patients, though it is an uncommon side effect. However, if you experience severe itching contact your doctor.
Q3. Is Primodil 5 Tablet bad for the kidneys?
No, there is no evidence that Primodil 5 Tablet causes deterioration of kidney problems. Primodil 5 Tablet can be used in normal doses in patients with kidney problems. In fact, its blood pressure-lowering effect, helps to prevent injury to the kidneys due to hypertension.
Q4. Should I take Primodil 5 Tablet in the morning or at night?
Primodil 5 Tablet can be taken any time of the day. Usually, it is advised to be taken in the morning, but your doctor may advise you to take it in the evening as well. You should take it at the same time each day so that you remember to take it and consistent levels of medicine are maintained in the body.
