Calaptin 120 SR Tablet 15's

Question 1

How does Calaptin 120 SR Tablet 15's work?

Accepted Answer

Calaptin 120 SR Tablet 15's contains ‘Verapamil’, which belongs to the class of ‘calcium channel blockers. It works by relaxing the blood vessels making the blood flow easy. It also increases the blood and oxygen supply to the heart. These effects help to reduce blood pressure and also control the rate and rhythm of the heartbeat.

Question 2

Can I take Calaptin 120 SR Tablet 15's with other medicines to treat blood pressure?

Accepted Answer

It is not recommended to take Calaptin 120 SR Tablet 15's with other medicines to treat high blood pressure, especially beta-blockers such as atenolol, propranolol, and metoprolol. It may cause an atrioventricular block (a type of heart block) and bradycardia (slow heart rate).

Question 3

Are there any side-effects of Calaptin 120 SR Tablet 15's?

Accepted Answer

The common side effects of Calaptin 120 SR Tablet 15's are nausea, constipation, headache, dizziness, and low blood pressure. These side effects usually don’t require treatment and gradually resolve over time. However, if these side effects persist or worsen, inform your doctor immediately.

Question 4

What is Angina pectoris?

Accepted Answer

Angina pectoris is the medical name for chest pain caused by a cardiac condition. It occurs when the blood supply to the heart is reduced due to the obstruction of one or more arteries (coronary heart disease). Patients suffering from angina sometimes describe their chest symptoms as squeezing, tightening, or pressure.

Question 5

In which conditions should I avoid taking Calaptin 120 SR Tablet 15's?

Accepted Answer

Calaptin 120 SR Tablet 15's should not be taken in people with any degree of heart failure (unless you have a pacemaker), who are taking beta-blockers, who have severe hypotension (low blood pressure), who have severe bradycardia (low heart rate), and Wolff-Parkinson-White syndrome (rapid heart rate associated with dizziness).

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