CALCIgard Retard Tablet SR

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CALCIgard 20mg Tablet SR की रचना

Nifedipine(20mg)

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स्तनपान
CALCIgard Retard Tablet SR may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
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CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with CALCIgard Retard Tablet SR. Please consult your doctor.
CAUTION
CALCIgard Retard 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.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
CALCIgard Retard 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.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

CALCIgard 20mg Tablet SR की लवण सम्बन्धी जानकारी

Nifedipine(20mg)

Calcigard tablet sr का उपयोग

{med_name} is used in the treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure) and Angina (heart-related chest pain).

Calcigard tablet sr कैसे काम करता है

CALCIgard Retard 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.

Calcigard tablet sr के सामान्य दुष्प्रभाव

Dizziness, Fainting, Fatigue, Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk), Headache, Hypotension (low blood pressure), Peripheral edema, Fast heart rate, Nocturia (increased urge to urinate during the night), Anemia (low number of red blood cells), Angioedema (swelling of deeper layers of skin), Breast enlargement in male, Polyuria

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CALCIgard Tablet SR के लिए विशेषज्ञ की सलाह

  • 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 Nifedipine. 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 Nifedipine affects you.
  • Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy, or breastfeeding.

CALCIgard 20mg Tablet SR के लिए अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले सवाल

Nifedipine

Q. Is CALCIgard Retard Tablet SR a diuretic?
No, CALCIgard Retard Tablet SR is not a diuretic medication. However, some evidence indicates that CALCIgard Retard 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.
Q. Is CALCIgard Retard Tablet SR bad for kidneys?
No, CALCIgard Retard Tablet SR is not bad for kidneys. In few research studies, taking CALCIgard Retard 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.
Q. Can CALCIgard Retard Tablet SR cause liver damage?
Yes,CALCIgard Retard 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 CALCIgard Retard 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.
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Q. Does CALCIgard Retard Tablet SR affect blood sugar?
No, CALCIgard Retard Tablet SR does not cause any change in blood sugar levels. It has been observed that CALCIgard Retard 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.
Q. Can CALCIgard Retard 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.
Q. Does CALCIgard Retard Tablet SR cause palpitations?
Yes. CALCIgard Retard 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.
Q. Do I need to change my diet while taking CALCIgard Retard 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 CALCIgard Retard Tablet SR.
Q. My blood pressure is now controlled. Can I stop taking CALCIgard Retard Tablet SR now?
No, do not stop taking it on your own as it may worsen your condition. You should take CALCIgard Retard Tablet SR in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Consult your doctor for any query or dose modification.

Content on this page was last updated on 27 October, 2025, by Dr. Rajeev Sharma (MBA, MBBS)