Darven 5
Form: Tablet
Strength: 5mg
Generic Name: Cilnidipine
Company: General Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
MRP:৳ 7.0 (Strip=10)
Per Piece: ৳ 0.70
Is Antibiotic: No
Indications
Darven 5 is used to manage high blood pressure and protect organs. Darven 5 can be helpful for elderly patients and those with diabetes and kidney problems.
Pharmacology
Darven 5 is a calcium-channel blocker that works by relaxing the blood vessels. Darven 5 prevents calcium from entering smooth muscle cells and nerve cells, which helps in lowering blood pressure. Darven 5 also reduces the release of certain chemicals that may raise blood pressure, like norepinephrine. Darven 5 helps to control the reflex increase in heart rate when blood pressure decreases.
Dosage & Administration
Adults: 5-10 mg once a day after breakfast. The maximum dose is 20 mg per day.
Pediatric use: The safety of this medicine for children is not yet confirmed.
Elderly use: Older patients may be more sensitive to the drug, so Darven 5 should start with a low dose of 5 mg.
Interaction
This medicine may interact with other blood pressure medicines, antipsychotics, and drugs like quinidine, carbamazepine, phenytoin, rifampicin, cimetidine, and erythromycin.
Contraindications
Darven 5 is not recommended for people who are allergic to Cilnidipine or any of its ingredients, or for those with severe heart conditions like cardiogenic shock, recent heart attacks, unstable angina, or severe aortic stenosis.
Side Effects
Common side effects include dizziness, flushing, headaches, low blood pressure, swelling of the legs, heart palpitations, stomach issues, frequent urination, tiredness, eye pain, and depression.
Pregnancy & Lactation
Darven 5 is not recommended for use during pregnancy or breastfeeding. If absolutely necessary, breastfeeding should be stopped while taking this medication.
Precautions & Warnings
This medicine should be used cautiously in patients with severe liver problems or those who have had severe reactions to calcium channel blockers in the past. The dosage should be reduced gradually under close supervision when stopping the medicine.
Overdose Effects
N/A
Therapeutic Class
Calcium-channel blockers.
Storage Conditions
Store below 30°C, away from light and moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.
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