INTRODUCTION ABOUT DILNIP M 50 TABLET

DILNIP M 50 TABLET is a combination of Cilnidipine and Metoprolol, which belongs to the group of medicines called Antihypertensive agents. It is used to manage hypertension (high blood pressure). It can also be used to reduce the risk of heart attack (myocardial infarction), stroke, chest pain (angina), or an uneven heartbeat (arrhythmia).

Before taking DILNIP M 50 TABLET, inform your doctor if you have any liver or kidney problems. You must also inform your doctor if you have diabetes, thyroid problems, asthma, low blood pressure, poor blood circulation, psoriasis, allergic reactions, or gout as a precaution.

DILNIP M 50 TABLET is not recommended for use in patients with severe heart problems apart from hypertension (such as uncontrollable heart failure or heart block). Do not take this medicine without consulting your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

The most common side effects of taking this medicine are low blood pressure, slow heart rate, cold hands and feet, racing heartbeat, swelling of ankles or other body parts, flushing, headache, dizziness, nausea, diarrhea, and constipation. Consult your doctor if any of these side effects worsen.

USES OF DILNIP M 50 TABLET

It is used to:

• Manage hypertension (high blood pressure)
• Manage heart attack, stroke, angina (chest pain), or arrhythmia (uneven heartbeat)

HOW DILNIP M 50 TABLET WORKS

DILNIP M 50 TABLET is an antihypertensive medicine. It contains two medicines, namely, metoprolol and cilnidipine. Metoprolol reduces the heart rate and force of contraction of heart muscles.

Cilnidipine relaxes the blood vessels and allows blood to flow more smoothly across the blood vessels with less pressure. It also improves blood flow and oxygen supply to the heart muscles. Collectively, this medicine reduces the strain on the heart, improves heart functions, and manages the risks of heart attack or stroke.

DIRECTIONS FOR USE

Take DILNIP M 50 TABLET as directed by your physician. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine.

Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of therapy for you depending upon your age, body weight, and health condition. Do not stop taking this medicine without consulting your doctor.

SIDE EFFECTS OF DILNIP M 50 TABLET

HOW TO MANAGE SIDE EFFECTS

WARNING & PRECAUTIONS

INTERACTIONS

A. Drug-Drug interactions:

Before taking DILNIP M 50 TABLET, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicines, such as:

• medicines used to manage advanced renal cell carcinoma (Ex. aldesleukin)
• medicines used to manage epilepsy (Ex. carbamazepine, phenytoin, phenobarbital)
• medicines used for bacterial infections (Ex. erythromycin)
• medicines used to manage tuberculosis (Ex. rifampicin)
• medicines used to manage hypertension and heart problems (Ex. quinidine, propranolol, digoxin, amlodipine, diltiazem, verapamil, propafenone, clonidine, moxonidine, methyldopa, rilmenidine)
• medicines used for psychosis (Ex. risperidone, quetiapine, olanzapine)
• medicines used to manage diabetes (such as insulin, metformin, glimepiride, teneligliptin, and pioglitazone)
• cimetidine (a medicine used to manage stomach ulcers)
• medicines used to manage an uneven heartbeat (such as digoxin, disopyramide, quinidine, or amiodarone)
• medicines used for pain and inflammation (such as ibuprofen, indomethacin, sulindac, and diclofenac)
• medicines used to manage depression (such as fluoxetine, paroxetine, and bupropion)
• medicines used to manage mental illnesses (such as thioridazine)
• ritonavir (a medicine used to manage HIV infection)
• antihistamines (used to manage allergic reactions) such as diphenhydramine
• medicines used to manage malaria (such as hydroxychloroquine and mefloquine)
• terbinafine (a medicine used to manage fungal infection)
• adrenaline (a medicine used to stimulate heart functions)
• phenylpropanolamine (a medicine used to reduce the swelling of the nasal mucosa)
• beta blockers used for glaucoma (such as timolol, pindolol, and labetalol)
• ergotamine (a medicine used for migraine headaches)
• medicines used to manage angina (such as nitroglycerin)
• anesthetics (used to cause numbness or loss of sensation) such as lidocaine, sevoflurane, and halothane
• alpha blockers (used to manage high blood pressure and benign prostatic hyperplasia) such as prazosin, tamsulosin, terazosin, and doxazosin
• antacids (medicines used to neutralize stomach acid) such as aluminium hydroxide, magaldrate

Overdosage:

If you or anyone else accidentally took more DILNIP M 50 TABLET, consult your doctor immediately. Overdosage may cause low blood pressure, decreased heartbeat, problems breathing, vomiting, feeling faint, and fits.

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