Calaptin SR 240mg

Warning

Calaptin SR 240mg side effects

Most of the side effects of the medicine mentioned below do not need any medical attention as your body gets used to the medicine over time. However, if side effects persist or you are worried about them, talk with your doctor.

• Headache
• Nausea
• Indigestion
• Hypotension (Low Blood Pressure)
• Skin Rash or Redness
• Swelling of the ankles and legs
• Muscle or joint pain
• Constipation
• Unconsciousness

Interactions

Calaptin SR 240mg might cause side effects if it interacts with certain drugs, diseases, or food items. Thus it is advised to consult your doctor if you use any of the following medications, consume any food item, or have any mentioned diseases.

Drug Interactions

Taking Calaptin tablets with mentioned medicines may modify the effect of either medicine. It can interact with the following medicines:

• Aliskiren
• Amiodarone
• Amlodipine
• Benidipine
• Itraconazole
• Metformin
• Simvastatin
• Carbamazepine
• Prazosin

Disease Interactions

Calaptin SR 240mg may interact with the following diseases:

• Kidney Disease
• Liver Disease
• Aortic Stenosis
• Hypotension
• Cardiogenic Shock
• Coronary Artery Disease
• Wolff-Parkinson-White Syndrome

Food Interactions

Calaptin tablets may interact with the following food and beverages:

• Grapefruit
• Alcohol consumption

Hence, avoid consuming Alcohol and Grapefruit juice while taking Hypertension medicines.

Precautions

While using Calaptin 240, keep the following things in mind:

• Missed Dose: Try to take medicine at a fixed time. If you missed any dose, take it as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it’s time for your next dose. Do not overuse the medicine to make up for the missed dose

• Overdose: You must not take more than recommended doses. Contact your doctor immediately if you suspect an overdose
• Consult your doctor before taking medicine if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant
• It is safe to take during breastfeeding if your doctor prescribes it
• Taking Calaptin tablets might cause dizziness, hence avoid driving or operating heavy machinery
• Calaptin 240 is not recommended for children below 12 unless the benefits outweigh the risks
• While taking medicine, monitor your blood pressure regularly
• Do not stop taking medicine without consulting your doctor

Storage

Store Calaptin SR 240mg in a clean, dry, and dark place, preferably below 30°C. Keep out of reach of children.