Dilcontin is a calcium channel blocker used to treat angina, high blood pressure and irregular heartbeats (arrhythmias). It mainly works by relaxing blood vessels which in turn lowers blood pressure. Thereby reducing the overall workload of the heart and makes it efficient to pump. By controlling the blood pressure, you can lower the risk of heart attack, stroke & kidney problems. The medicine must be taken regularly as prescribed by the doctor. It would help if you also made necessary lifestyle changes like taking a balanced diet, regular exercise, restricting salt intake to increase the effectiveness of this medicine.
You can take it with or without food. It is recommended to take at a fixed time. The dose and duration should be followed as prescribed by the doctor. It would help if you didn't stop taking medicine unless told by the doctor. If you suddenly stop taking medicine may result in worsening of symptoms. Avoid alcohol while taking this medicine it may cause adverse effects. This medicine's most common side effects are headache, constipation, dizziness, fatigue, nausea, flushing, and rash. These side effects are usually minor and not severe but inform the doctor if they do not subside. If the symptoms persist or worsen, you need to consult your doctor immediately.
Before taking this medication, inform your doctor if you are pregnant or intend to be pregnant, have liver disease, heart attack, kidney problems, and use any other medications. Also, inform the doctor if you are experiencing sweating, tiredness, symptoms of low blood pressure. Regular monitoring of blood pressure and other blood tests might be advised by the doctor while using this medicine.
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02-09-2021
Yet to find the result. I am using the medicine as advised.
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22-05-2021
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18-11-2020
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10-11-2020
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