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Calcigard 10 Capsule is a prescription drug, available for use as Capsule. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of High BP. The alternative uses of Calcigard 10 Capsule have also been explained below.
The optimal dosage of Calcigard 10 Capsule is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Calcigard 10 Capsule include Headache. While these are the most often observed Calcigard 10 Capsule side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Calcigard 10 Capsule are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Calcigard 10 Capsule is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Calcigard 10 Capsule has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Calcigard 10 Capsule related warnings section.
Calcigard 10 Capsule is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Heart Failure as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Calcigard 10 Capsule are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Calcigard 10 Capsule may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Calcigard 10 Capsule is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Calcigard 10 Capsule is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Calcigard 10 Capsule is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Calcigard 10 Capsule safe for pregnant women?
Calcigard shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Calcigard 10 Capsule safe during breastfeeding?
Calcigard should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Calcigard 10 Capsule on the Kidneys?
Calcigard does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Calcigard 10 Capsule on the Liver?
Calcigard is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Calcigard 10 Capsule on the Heart?
No research work has been carried out till date on effects of Calcigard on heart. So it is not known whether taking Calcigard will cause side effects on heart or not.
Calcigard 10 Capsule should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Calcigard 10 Capsule unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Calcigard 10 Capsule habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Calcigard 10 Capsule is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Calcigard 10 Capsule. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Calcigard 10 Capsule is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Calcigard 10 Capsule in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Calcigard 10 Capsule
Taking Calcigard 10 Capsule with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Calcigard 10 Capsule
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Calcigard 10 Capsule with alcohol.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Procardia XL® (nifedipine)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 549
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 907-909
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Procardia XL® (nifedipine)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 549
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 907-909
