Cilamet XL 10/50MG Tab

Composition

Cilnidipine 10 mg + Metoprolol succinate (extended-release) 50 mg

Uses of Cilamet XL 10/50MG Tab

Treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure); helps reduce risk of cardiovascular events associated with uncontrolled BP

• •Lowers high blood pressure
• •improves blood vessel relaxation and reduces vascular resistance
• •reduces heart rate and cardiac workload
• •provides 24-hour BP control with XL metoprolol
• •helps reduce risk of heart and stroke complications due to hypertension

How it works

Cilnidipine is a calcium channel blocker that relaxes blood vessels by reducing calcium entry into vascular smooth muscle (L- and N-type channel blockade). Metoprolol succinate is a cardioselective beta-1 blocker that lowers heart rate and reduces the force of contraction, decreasing blood pressure and cardiac workload.

Directions for use

Take orally as advised by the physician, preferably at the same time each day. Swallow the XL/ER tablet whole with water; do not crush or chew. Can be taken with or without food; if it upsets the stomach, take with food.

Side effects

Common side effects of Cilamet XL 10/50MG Tab may include:

• •dizziness
• •headache
• •fatigue
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