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About Calchek-L 2.5 mg Tablet

Calchek-L 2.5 mg Tablet belongs to the class of 'anti-hypertensive drugs', primarily used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure). Hypertension is a medical condition in which the blood exerts high pressure (force exerted by circulating blood) against blood vessels' walls. This condition makes the heart work harder in pumping blood to the whole body. Hypertension can cause severe health complications, including stroke, heart failure, heart attack, and kidney failure.

Calchek-L 2.5 mg Tablet is a combination of medicine that consists of Amlodipine (calcium channel blocker) and Lisinopril (angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitor). Amlodipine belongs to the class of 'calcium channel blockers and is used to treat high blood pressure, Prinzmetal's or variant angina (chest pain), and other conditions caused by coronary artery disease. It relaxes blood vessels so that blood passes through them easily, lowering blood pressure. Amlodipine also improves blood supply to the heart muscle to receive more oxygen and thus preventing chest pain. Lisinopril belongs to the class of 'Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme (ACE) Inhibitors.' It relaxes and widens the blood vessels making it easier for the heart to pump blood throughout the body, lowering blood pressure. Lisinopril also decreases the body’s production of certain substances that raise blood pressure.

Calchek-L 2.5 mg Tablet is an orally administered drug in the form of a tablet and capsule. You can take Calchek-L 2.5 mg Tablet with food or without food. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not chew, bite, or break it. Your doctor will advise you how often you take Calchek-L 2.5 mg Tablet based on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience blurred vision, sweating, confusion, tiredness, stomach upset, flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk), dizziness, headache, and swelling of the ankles or feet. Most of these side effects of Calchek-L 2.5 mg Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, please contact your doctor.

Do not stop taking Calchek-L 2.5 mg Tablet without consulting your doctor since it may worsen your condition and increase the risk of future heart problems. Regular monitoring of blood pressure, electrolyte levels and kidney functioning is advised while taking Calchek-L 2.5 mg Tablet . Inform your doctor if you are suffering from kidney, liver or heart diseases. Please tell your doctor if you are taking other medicines or allergic to Calchek-L 2.5 mg Tablet . Reducing the amount of table salt (sodium chloride) in your food often relieves the body's swelling. Let your doctor know if you use any prescription and non-prescription medications you are taking, including vitamins, before starting Calchek-L 2.5 mg Tablet . If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please tell your doctor so that the dosage of Calchek-L 2.5 mg Tablet can be prescribed accordingly.

Uses of Calchek-L 2.5 mg Tablet

Hypertension (high blood pressure)

Directions for Use

Take the tablet with or without food or as directed by your physician. Swallow it with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew, or break it. Try to take it at a fixed time every day. Do not double the dose if missed.

Medicinal Benefits

Calchek-L 2.5 mg Tablet treats hypertension (high blood pressure) and consists of Amlodipine (calcium channel blocker) and Lisinopril (angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitor). Amlodipine is a 'calcium channel blocker' and treats high blood pressure, Prinzmetal's or variant angina (chest pain), and other conditions caused by coronary artery disease. It relaxes blood vessels so that blood passes through them easily, lowering blood pressure. It also treats chest pain by improving the blood supply to the heart muscle to receive more oxygen. Amlodipine also improves a person's tolerance to exercise and keeps the blood pressure at acceptable levels. Lisinopril is an 'Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme (ACE) Inhibitor.' It relaxes and widens the blood vessels making it easier for the heart to pump blood throughout the body, lowering blood pressure.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Drug Warnings

  • Do not use Calchek-L 2.5 mg Tablet if you are allergic to Calchek-L 2.5 mg Tablet or its components.
  • Please inform your doctor if you are using any prescription and non-prescription medications, including vitamins, before starting Calchek-L 2.5 mg Tablet .
  • Let your doctor know if you have any history of severe heart, kidney or liver diseases, high potassium levels (hyperkalaemia), bone marrow suppression, and aortic stenosis (heart valve problem). 
  • It is essential to inform your doctor if you are a breastfeeding mother before using Calchek-L 2.5 mg Tablet since Amlodipine may pass into the breast milk.
  • Lisinopril is not recommended during pregnancy since it harms the unborn baby. Please ask your doctor if you plan to conceive or are pregnant before using Calchek-L 2.5 mg Tablet .
  • Calchek-L 2.5 mg Tablet can increase the chances of light-headedness so rise slowly if you are sitting/lying and avoid operating any machine or doing any work that needs mental alertness.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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How does the drug interact with Calchek-L 2.5 Tablet:
Combining Aliskiren with Calchek-L 2.5 Tablet can increase the potassium levels in the blood.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Aliskiren and Calchek-L 2.5 Tablet together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, consult a doctor if you experience symptoms including weakness, tiredness, confusion, numbness or tingling, and irregular heartbeats. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
AmlodipineDantrolene
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How does the drug interact with Calchek-L 2.5 Tablet:
Using Calchek-L 2.5 Tablet together with dantrolene may increase the risk of hyperkalemia (high blood potassium).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Calchek-L 2.5 Tablet with Dantrolene can cause an interaction, consult a doctor before taking it. You should seek medical attention if you experience nausea, vomiting, weakness, confusion, tingling of the hands and feet, a weak pulse, or a slow or irregular heartbeat. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Calchek-L 2.5 Tablet:
Taking Tizanidine and Calchek-L 2.5 Tablet may have additive effects in lowering the blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Tizanidine with Calchek-L 2.5 Tablet together can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, consult our doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as headache, dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, and/or changes in pulse or heart rate. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Calchek-L 2.5 Tablet:
Calchek-L 2.5 Tablet combined with amiloride may cause a rise in potassium levels in your blood.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking amiloride and Calchek-L 2.5 Tablet together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, consult a doctor if you experience symptoms including weakness, tiredness, confusion, numbness or tingling, and irregular heartbeats. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Calchek-L 2.5 Tablet:
Taking lithium with Calchek-L 2.5 Tablet may significantly increase the blood levels of lithium.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Calchek-L 2.5 Tablet and Lithium together can evidently cause an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has suggested it. However, if you experience drowsiness, dizziness, confusion, loose stools, vomiting, muscle weakness, muscle incoordination, shaking, blurred vision, ringing in the ear, excessive thirst, and/or increased urination, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
Lisinoprilpotassium phosphate
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How does the drug interact with Calchek-L 2.5 Tablet:
Taking Calchek-L 2.5 Tablet with potassium phosphate may increase potassium levels in the blood.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Calchek-L 2.5 Tablet with potassium phosphate can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience nausea, vomiting, weakness, confusion, tingling of the hands and feet, feelings of heaviness in the legs, a weak pulse, or a slow or irregular heartbeat. Do not stop using any medications without consulting doctor.
How does the drug interact with Calchek-L 2.5 Tablet:
Taking leflunomide with Calchek-L 2.5 Tablet affects the liver and may increase the risk of liver problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Leflunomide with Calchek-L 2.5 Tablet together can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as fever, chills, joint pain or swelling, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, itching, loss of hunger, weakness, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, dark colored urine, light colored stools, and/or yellowing of the skin or eyes. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Calchek-L 2.5 Tablet:
Coadministration of Losartan with Calchek-L 2.5 Tablet can increase potassium levels.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Losartan with Calchek-L 2.5 Tablet together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you notice any nausea, vomiting, weakness, confusion, tingling of the hands and feet, feelings of heaviness in the legs, or irregular heartbeat, you should contact a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Calchek-L 2.5 Tablet:
Taking Irbesartan with Calchek-L 2.5 Tablet may increase potassium levels in the blood.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Irbesartan with Calchek-L 2.5 Tablet together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, consult a doctor if you experience nausea, vomiting, weakness, confusion, tingling in your hands and feet, feelings of heaviness in your legs, or a slow or irregular heartbeat. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
LisinoprilEprosartan
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How does the drug interact with Calchek-L 2.5 Tablet:
Taking Calchek-L 2.5 Tablet with Eprosartan can increase the risk of high potassium levels.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Calchek-L 2.5 Tablet with Eprosartan together can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, consult your doctor if you experience nausea, vomiting, weakness, confusion, tingling in your hands and feet, feelings of heaviness in your legs, a weak pulse, or a slow or irregular heartbeat. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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AMLODIPINE-2.5MG+LISINOPRIL-2.5MGPotassium rich foods
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AMLODIPINE-2.5MG+LISINOPRIL-2.5MGPotassium rich foods
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Common Foods to Avoid:
Lentils, Orange Juice, Oranges, Raisins, Potatoes, Salmon Dried, Spinach, Sweet Potatoes, Tomatoes, Coconut Water, Beans, Beetroot, Broccoli, Bananas, Apricots, Avocado, Yogurt

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Calchek-L 2.5 Tablet with potassium-containing salt substitutes or potassium supplements can cause high levels of potassium in the blood. Avoid taking potassium-containing salt substitutes or potassium supplements while being treated with Calchek-L 2.5 Tablet.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Keep your weight under control with body mass index (BMI) between 19.5 and 24.9.
  • Do regular physical activity or exercise for at least 150 minutes per week, or about 30 minutes most days of the week. Doing this can help lower your raised blood pressure by about 5 mm of Hg.
  • Limit sodium chloride intake (table salt) in your daily diet to 2300 mg daily or less than 1500 mg is ideal for most adults.
  • If you are taking alcohol, use only one serving for women and two servings for men.
  • Quit smoking to lower the risk of heart disease.
  • Avoid chronic stress, as it can raise your blood pressure. Try to enjoy and spent time with your loved ones to cope with stress.
  • Monitor your blood pressure daily, and if you notice any fluctuations frequently, please contact your doctor immediately.
  • Try including heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acid-containing foods in your daily diet. You can also use low-fat cooking oils like olive oil, soybean oil, canola oil, and coconut oil to lower your elevated blood pressure.

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FAQs

Calchek-L 2.5 mg Tablet treats hypertension (high blood pressure) and consists of Amlodipine (calcium channel blocker) and Lisinopril (angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitor). Amlodipine is a 'calcium channel blocker' and treats high blood pressure, Prinzmetal's or variant angina (chest pain), and other conditions caused by coronary artery disease. It relaxes blood vessels so that blood passes through them easily, lowering blood pressure.

Calchek-L 2.5 mg Tablet is recommended to use in dose and duration as advised by the doctor. Do not stop taking Calchek-L 2.5 mg Tablet on your own, as it may lead to a sudden rise in blood pressure and increases the risk of heart attack and stroke.

Calchek-L 2.5 mg Tablet may increase blood potassium levels in people with diabetes, poor kidney function, and patients using potassium-sparing diuretics or taking potassium supplements. Please consult your doctor before taking Calchek-L 2.5 mg Tablet if you have diabetes.

Amlodipine in Calchek-L 2.5 mg Tablet can cause ankle swelling upon long-term use. Please try to keep your feet in an elevated position when sitting for long hours. If the problem persists, please consult your doctor and do as advised.

Even though your blood pressure becomes normal after using Calchek-L 2.5 mg Tablet , it may switch back to high ranges if you stop using it. Your doctor may change the dosing schedule based on your blood pressure range.

Take the missed dose as soon as possible. However, if it is time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and return to your regular dosing schedule.

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Special Advise

  • Monitor your blood pressure regularly and seek medical advice if you notice any drastic fluctuations.
  • Calchek-L 2.5 mg Tablet may affect patients with hepatic impairment, and hence it is used cautiously, and Liver function monitoring and Liver Function Tests are advised to monitor the liver enzyme changes.
  • Your doctor may advise you to get a regular kidney function test and blood examinations for potassium levels and other electrolytes while using Calchek-L 2.5 mg Tablet to rule out any renal impairment.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Hypertension: When your blood pressure is too high, you have a chronic condition. The amount of blood pumped by the heart and the amount of resistance exerted by the arteries against the blood flow is called blood pressure. When the heart pumps more blood, the arteries narrow, and the blood pressure rises. Uncontrolled blood pressure can lead to serious heart problems such as stroke and heart attack. High blood pressure can also damage the brain (stroke) and lead to kidney failure. The systolic and diastolic pressures of blood are measured. The contraction and relaxation of the heart are represented by systolic blood pressure. Diastolic pressure is exerted in the blood vessels when the heart is at rest and not beating. The ideal blood pressure range is 90/60 mmHg to 120/80 mmHg. When systolic blood pressure exceeds 140mmHg, and diastolic pressure exceeds 90mmHg, hypertension is diagnosed. Hypertension symptoms include headaches, nosebleeds, vomiting, and chest pain.

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