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Indications

Plendil is an anti-hypertensive medication used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).

Felodipine is a dihydropyridine calcium channel blocker that lowers both systolic and diastolic blood pressure levels. The medication does this by relaxing smooth muscle in selective arteriolar resistance vessels to widen blood vessels and improve blood flow.

This anti-hypertensive medication is an effective form of treatment for those with high blood pressure. Thanks to its vasodilating properties and selective antihypertensive effects, Plendil can lower systolic and diastolic blood pressure to manage hypertension. The medication is also safe and well-tolerated with the most common side effects being transient and mild.

Uses and Dosage

The dose of Plendil that is prescribed will vary depending on the individual and severity of the hypertension being treated. Follow your doctor’s directives and read packaging labels carefully to ensure the best therapeutic results.

• Swallow tablets whole, do not crush or chew
• Take either with a light meal or without food but take your dose the same way each time
• Do not take more or less than the dose prescribed
• Take Plendil for the entire length of time recommended and no longer
• Most adults start taking 5mg once a day and then can increase or decrease their dose by 2.5mg
• Hypertension maintenance doses range from 2.5 to 10mg once daily
• Adults should not take more than 10mg a day
• Check your blood pressure regularly during treatment with Plendil to monitor your progress
• Brush and floss your teeth regularly to avoid gum swelling
• Store at room temperature away from children and pets

Side Effects

Plendil may cause some side effects to develop while lowering your systolic and diastolic blood pressure levels. Speak with your doctor for more information regarding any symptoms that you may encounter when taking felodipine.

Common Plendil side effects:

• Headache, dizziness, drowsiness, weakness
• Feeling restless or nervous
• Nausea, upset stomach, constipation, diarrhea, stomach pain
• Insomnia
• Joint pain or muscle cramps
• Warmth, redness, or tingling under your skin
• Mild rash
• Urinating more than usual
• Cold symptoms (stuffy nose, sneezing, sore throat)

Serious Side Effects

Some more serious adverse effects may occur when taking felodipine. Stop using this anti-hypertensive medication and contact your doctor if you develop any of the following symptoms:

• Feeling like you might pass out
• Shortness of breath, swelling in hands or feet
• Fast or pounding heartbeats
• Numbness or tingling
• Chest pain or heavy feeling, pain spreading from your arm or shoulder, nausea, sweating, general ill feeling

Allergic Reactions

Do not use Plendil if you are allergic to felodipine. If you develop an allergic reaction, stop using this anti-hypertensive medication and contact your doctor.

Plendil allergy symptoms may include:

• Hives
• Difficulty breathing
• Swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat

Cautions

Consult with your doctor before taking Plendil if you have liver disease or congestive heart failure.

Continue taking Plendil as directed by your doctor even if you feel well. Hypertension often does not present symptoms, but you may need to use medication for your entire life to manage your blood pressure.

Felodipine can cause mild swelling of your gums; ensure that you brush and floss regularly while taking Plendil to avoid this and to maintain proper dental hygiene.

Avoid any grapefruit products while taking Plendil because they can interact with felodipine and cause to potentially dangerous reactions. Do not increase or decrease the amount of grapefruit products you ingest without first discussing with your doctor.

Move slowly when standing from a seated or laying position to avoid getting dizzy.

Consult with your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before using Plendil to determine the risks and benefits. It is unknown whether felodipine will cause harm to an unborn or nursing baby.

Some other drugs may interact with felodipine and cause adverse reactions. Tell your doctor about all the medications that you take, including any over the counter medicines, but especially any of the following:

• Cimetidine
• Conivaptan
• Imatinib
• Isoniazid
• Tacrolimus
• Antibiotics (clarithromycin, dalfopristin/quinupristin, erythromycin, and others)
• Antifungal medications (clotrimazole, itraconazole, ketoconazole, and others)
• Antidepressants
• Beta-blockers (atenolol, carvedilol, labetalol, metoprolol, and others)
• HIV/AIDS medicine (atazanavir, delavirdine, fosamprenavir, and others)
• Other blood pressure or heart medications (diltiazem, nifedipine, verapamil, and others)
• Seizure medications (carbamazepine, phenobarbital, or phenytoin)

Form and Strength

This blood pressure medication is available in the form of delayed release tablets.

Plendil delayed release tablet strengths:

• 2.5mg
• 5mg
• 10mg

The 2.5 and 5mg Plendil tablets are available in quantities of 100 while the 10mg ones are available in quantities of 30 and 90.

FAQ

What to avoid when taking Plendil?

You should not eat grapefruit or drink grapefruit juice while taking Plendil because it can interact with felodipine and make its side effects worse. Speak with your doctor before altering the amount of grapefruit products you ingest.

Other than grapefruit, however, you can eat and drink as normal during treatment.

When is the best time of day to take Plendil?

Plendil is recommended to be taken once a day either on an empty stomach or after a light meal. Due to this, the medication is often best taken once in the morning. This allows for all-day management of your blood pressure levels.

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