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Nicardia CD Retard 30 Tablet SR

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Product introduction

Nicardia CD Retard 30 Tablet SR is a medicine used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to prevent angina (heart-related chest pain). It belongs to a class of medicines known as calcium channel blockers. It lowers blood pressure and reduces the workload of the heart. This helps prevent heart attacks and strokes.

is a used to lower blood pressure and treat chest pain (angina).

Uses of Nicardia Tablet SR

Benefits of Nicardia Tablet SR

In Treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure)

Nicardia CD Retard 30 Tablet SR 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. Take regularly, as prescribed for this medicine to be most effective, even if you feel better.

In Prevention of Angina

Nicardia CD Retard 30 Tablet SR works by relaxing blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily around your body. This means that more oxygen gets to your heart and reduces the risk of getting chest pain (angina). This medicine should not be used to treat chest pain which is already happening. It is used to prevent or reduce the frequency of angina attacks. This medicine needs to be taken regularly as prescribed for it to work effectively. So, it is important to keep taking it even if you feel well and have no symptoms.

In Prevention of Stroke

Nicardia CD Retard 30 Tablet SR reduces the risk of future strokes. It helps lower your blood pressure and makes it easier for your heart to pump blood around your body. This reduces the chances of you having a stroke. Take it as advised by the doctor to get the maximum benefit.

Side effects of Nicardia Tablet SR

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 Nicardia

  • Dizziness
  • Fatigue
  • Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk)
  • Headache
  • Peripheral edema

How to use Nicardia Tablet SR

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. Nicardia CD Retard 30 Tablet SR may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Nicardia Tablet SR works

Nicardia CD Retard 30 Tablet SR is a calcium channel blocker. In high blood pressure, it normalizes the blood pressure by relaxing the blood vessels to reduce the pressure on them, thereby improving the blood flow in the body. The enhanced blood flow in the body further relaxes the heart muscles by reducing the workload on the heart. It also improves the oxygen flow to the heart, thereby, preventing any heart-related chest pain.

Safety advice

Alcohol
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Nicardia CD Retard 30 Tablet SR. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Nicardia CD Retard 30 Tablet SR 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.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Nicardia CD Retard 30 Tablet SR is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
CAUTION
Nicardia CD Retard 30 Tablet SR may cause dizziness or weakness due to low blood pressure. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Nicardia CD Retard 30 Tablet SR may make you feel dizzy, faint, extremely tired or have visual disturbances. This may affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Nicardia CD Retard 30 Tablet SR is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Nicardia CD Retard 30 Tablet SR is recommended.
However, talk to your doctor if you have any underlying kidney disease.
Liver
CAUTION
Nicardia CD Retard 30 Tablet SR should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Nicardia CD Retard 30 Tablet SR may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

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Quick tips

  • Take it at the same time every day to help you remember to take it.
  • A sudden drop in your blood pressure may occur, especially when you first start taking Nicardia CD Retard 30 Tablet SR. To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
  • It can cause ankle or foot swelling. To reduce the swelling, raise your legs while you are sitting down. Talk to your doctor if it does not go away.
  • It may cause dizziness. Do not drive or perform any activity that requires mental focus until you know how Nicardia CD Retard 30 Tablet SR affects you. 
  • Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding. 

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Dihydropyridinecarboxylic derivatives
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
CARDIAC
Action Class
Calcium channel blockers- Dihydropyridines (DHP)

Patient concerns

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suffering from hypertension and taking regularly Nicardia cd retard 30 daily 2, concor cor 5mg daily 2 and telimikind h 40 daily one. if I stopped taking these medicines, heavy headache will come.
Dr. Saurav Arora
Homeopathy
Dear sir at this stage discontinuing the anti-hypertensive medications is not advisable all of a sudden. However, these medicines may be tapered off gradually under supervision of a doctor. You may start taking Rauwolfia 1x, 1 tab twice daily for a month and keep track of your blood perssure levels regularly. But in case there is no change in 1-2 months, you might need to visit a homeopath. In homeopathy symptoms, history and examination is very important. In majority of cases, after a long case taking and case workout, we try to select a constitutional remedy which is used to treat the disease from its root cause. Therefore, you need to visit a homeopath so that he can examine you and guide accordingly. For Do?s and Don?ts while taking homeopathic medicines visit http://www.arorasclinic.com/homeopathy
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Obstetrics and Gynaecology
Can be taken if required.
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FAQs

Is Nicardia CD Retard 30 Tablet SR a diuretic?

No, Nicardia CD Retard 30 Tablet SR is not a diuretic medication. However, some evidence indicates that Nicardia CD Retard 30 Tablet SR has a partial diuretic property which may result in increased sodium loss through urine. It is a medication which relaxes the blood vessels by directly acting on them. This helps to decrease the blood pressure of the individual. As a result, blood flows more easily and lowers blood pressure, which helps to reduce the strain or pressure on your heart.

Is Nicardia CD Retard 30 Tablet SR bad for kidneys?

No, Nicardia CD Retard 30 Tablet SR is not bad for kidneys. In few research studies, taking Nicardia CD Retard 30 Tablet SR in recommended doses has in fact been shown to be beneficial for the kidneys. It is not advised to use this medicine without consulting the doctor. It should be used exactly as prescribed.

Can Nicardia CD Retard 30 Tablet SR cause liver damage?

Yes,Nicardia CD Retard 30 Tablet SR can cause liver damage in some cases, but this is very rare. However, some people may develop a rise in liver enzymes after taking Nicardia CD Retard 30 Tablet SR. Let your doctor know if you notice any such changes in your recent lab tests. Do not start this medication without consulting your doctor and do inform him if you have any history of liver disease or liver damage. This is because, in case of liver damage, dose adjustment may be required.

Does Nicardia CD Retard 30 Tablet SR affect blood sugar?

No, Nicardia CD Retard 30 Tablet SR does not cause any change in blood sugar levels. It has been observed that Nicardia CD Retard 30 Tablet SR has no effect on the release of insulin or change in blood sugar levels. However, before starting the medicine, inform the doctor if you are diabetic. This is done because the medicine for blood pressure is suggested accordingly when a patient is diabetic.

Can Nicardia CD Retard 30 Tablet SR be used in pregnancy and nursing mothers?

It is advised that you should consult your doctor before taking this medicine if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant or breastfeeding. It should be used only if prescribed by the doctor in case of pregnancy. Studies have shown significant risks to the developing baby and it is given only if the benefits are clearly more than the risks involved.

Does Nicardia CD Retard 30 Tablet SR cause palpitations?

Yes. Nicardia CD Retard 30 Tablet SR can cause palpitations as a side effect. However, this is usually not bothersome and resolves as you continue with the treatment. If the symptom persists for long, consult the doctor who will suggest the ways to prevent it.

Do I need to change my diet while taking Nicardia CD Retard 30 Tablet SR?

Yes, making small changes to your diet can help your medicine work better. You must take a low sodium and low-fat diet, and adhere to the lifestyle changes as advised by your doctor. You should also avoid eating grapefruit (chakotra) or drinking grapefruit juice while taking Nicardia CD Retard 30 Tablet SR.

My blood pressure is now controlled. Can I stop taking Nicardia CD Retard 30 Tablet SR now?

No, do not stop taking it on your own as it may worsen your condition. You should take Nicardia CD Retard 30 Tablet SR in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Consult your doctor for any query or dose modification.
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