Cardizine Tablet MR

Is Cardizine Tablet MR a beta blocker?

No, Cardizine Tablet MR is not a beta blocker. It is an anti-anginal medicine used in combination with other medicines to treat angina pectoris (chest pain caused by coronary disease). It protects the heart cells from getting affected by reduced oxygen supply during an episode of angina.

Who should not take Cardizine Tablet MR?

You should not take Cardizine Tablet MR if you are allergic to it or have severe kidney problems. Patients with Parkinson's disease should also avoid taking Cardizine Tablet MR, as it is a disease of the brain that affects movement and causes trembling, rigid posture, slow movements, and a shuffling, unbalanced walk.

Can Cardizine Tablet MR be used in elderly patients?

Cardizine Tablet MR should be used with caution in patients aged more than 75 years of age. Usually, a lower dose is prescribed in elderly patients to reduce the chances of adverse effects. It is important to continuously monitor such patients.

Does taking Cardizine Tablet MR increase the risk of falling down frequently?

Though it is rare, falls may occur with the use of Cardizine Tablet MR. This may be due to instability while walking or a fall in blood pressure while standing up. The risk may be higher in elderly patients. Therefore, they need to be more careful and should be monitored.

Does Cardizine Tablet MR cause drowsiness?

Yes, Cardizine Tablet MR may make you feel dizzy and drowsy. Therefore, you should avoid driving or using heavy machinery in case it causes these side effects.

How should Cardizine Tablet MR be taken?

You should take Cardizine Tablet MR exactly as prescribed by your doctor. It is meant for oral use, so take the tablets with sufficient amount of liquid, e.g., a glass of water. You can take this medicine with or without food.

What are the possible side effects of Cardizine Tablet MR?

The common side effects of Cardizine Tablet MR include dizziness, headache, abdominal pain, diarrhea, indigestion, and hives, rash, and itching. Its use may also make you feel sick and weak. The rare side effects may include fast or irregular heartbeats (also called palpitations), a fall in blood pressure on standing which can further cause dizziness, lightheadedness, or fainting, fall, and flushing.