Cilaheart T Tablet

Composition of Cilaheart T Tablet

Cilaheart T Tablet contains Cilnidipine (10mg) + Telmisartan (40mg). It belongs to the ARB + Calcium channel blocker class of medicines.

Uses of Cilaheart T Tablet

• Hypertension (high blood pressure)
• especially when single medicine is insufficient

Key benefits

• Better BP control than monotherapy
• Helps reduce cardiovascular risk
• Relaxes and widens blood vessels
• Once-daily convenience

How Cilaheart T Tablet works

Telmisartan blocks angiotensin II (ARB), reducing blood vessel constriction and aldosterone effects. Cilnidipine is a calcium channel blocker that relaxes blood vessels; together they provide better blood pressure control.

How to take Cilaheart T Tablet

Take as prescribed, usually once daily. Can be taken with or without food; take at a fixed time daily. Do not stop abruptly; periodic BP and kidney function monitoring may be needed.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

If you miss a dose of Cilaheart-T 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.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine can cause a severe fall in blood pressure and a dangerously slow or irregular heartbeat. It can cause a severe fall in blood pressure, with dizziness, fainting and a fast or slow pulse. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Cilaheart T Tablet

Most side effects of Cilaheart T are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Dizziness
• headache
• flushing
• ankle swelling
• fatigue
• nausea
• low blood pressure
• increased potassium

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Cilaheart T Tablet

Warnings and precautions

Avoid in pregnancy (ARBs can harm fetus). Use caution in kidney disease, dehydration, low BP, and in patients with high potassium. Periodic monitoring of BP, kidney function and electrolytes is advised.

Do not take Cilaheart T if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Not for people with very low blood pressure or with severe narrowing of the aortic valve. Must not be used in pregnancy — it can seriously harm the developing baby. Not for people with narrowing of both kidney arteries, or a history of swelling of the face and throat caused by this group of medicines.

Interactions with other medicines

Potassium supplements/salt substitutes, potassium-sparing diuretics (risk hyperkalemia), NSAIDs (may reduce effect and affect kidneys), other antihypertensives (additive hypotension), lithium (increased toxicity), grapefruit juice (may affect cilnidipine)

How to store Cilaheart T Tablet

Store below 25°C, protect from moisture and light.

Expert advice for Cilaheart T Tablet

Cilaheart-T Tablet is a combination of two medicines that provides better blood pressure control than either medicine alone. Cilaheart-T Tablet may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you. It may cause you to feel lightheaded or weak, especially when you stand up. Rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down. Avoid consuming alcohol as it may enhance the blood pressure-lowering effect of this medicine. It can cause ankle or foot swelling. Raise your legs while you are sitting down and talk to your doctor if it does not go away. Do not take Cilaheart-T Tablet if you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or breastfeeding.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

MANKIND (PHARMA)

Therapeutic class:

Antihypertensive

Drug class:

ARB + Calcium channel blocker