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Azelnidipine 16mg Tablets
SKU GME1274Cardiac Care
Product Introduction
Azelnidipine 16mg is a long-acting calcium-channel blocker used to treat high blood pressure. It provides sustained vascular relaxation as part of ongoing hypertension treatment.
How to use
Swallow the tablet with water after breakfast at a consistent daily time. Follow blood-pressure readings over time rather than changing the dose in response to a single measurement.
How it works
Azelnidipine blocks L-type calcium channels in vascular smooth muscle. Reduced calcium entry relaxes small arteries and lowers resistance to blood flow.
Side effects
Ankle swelling, headache, flushing, dizziness and palpitations may occur. Fainting or swelling accompanied by breathlessness needs assessment.
Important information
Strong CYP3A4 inhibitors can increase azelnidipine exposure. Grapefruit can also raise its levels. Liver problems and symptoms of low blood pressure are important when choosing the regimen.
Uses
- Treatment of hypertension.
Benefits
Sustained blood-pressure reduction helps reduce the long-term burden of hypertension on the heart, brain and kidneys.
Can it treat a sudden hypertensive emergency?
It is a maintenance medicine, not emergency treatment for severe blood pressure with chest pain, breathlessness, confusion or a neurological deficit.
Why can ankles swell even when blood pressure improves?
Relaxation of small arteries can increase fluid movement into ankle tissues. Persistent swelling needs assessment; it does not automatically mean the kidneys are failing.
Can I stop it when readings become normal?
Normal readings may reflect effective treatment. Stopping can allow blood pressure to rise again even if no symptoms return.
Why avoid grapefruit?
Grapefruit can inhibit drug metabolism and increase azelnidipine levels, making low blood pressure and other adverse effects more likely.
Does it treat every fast or irregular heartbeat?
No. Its main use is blood-pressure control. Palpitations or an irregular pulse need their own assessment rather than assuming this tablet treats the rhythm.
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