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About Cilacar T Tablet

Cilacar T Tablet belongs to the class of anti-hypertensives primarily taken for the treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure) and heart-related chest pain (angina). It comprises of Cilnidipine (calcium channel blocker) and Telmisartan (angiotensin receptor blocker). Hypertension is a lifelong or chronic condition in which the force exerted by the blood against the artery walls becomes so high that it leads to heart diseases. Angina is chest pain caused by reduced blood flow to the heart. 

Cilacar T Tablet is composed of Cilnidipine and Telmisartan, prescribed to treat hypertension. Cilnidipine blocks the activities of the calcium channels present in the blood vessels of the heart. As a result, the blood vessels widen, and supply to the heart increases, lowering the elevated blood pressure and the workload placed on the heart. Telmisartan works by blocking the action of certain substances that are responsible for tightening the blood vessels. It allows the blood to flow more smoothly and makes the heart more efficient at pumping blood throughout the body. Thus, it reduces the chance of having any heart attack or stroke in the future.

You can take Cilacar T Tablet with food or without food. It should be swallowed whole with a glass of water. Do not chew, bite, or break it. Your doctor will advise you how often you take your tablets based on your medical condition. Common side effects of Cilacar T Tablet include sore back, diarrhoea, congested feeling, spinning sensation, soreness in the sinus. Most of these side effects of Cilacar T Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

Don't stop taking Cilacar T Tablet without your doctor advice. Sudden Stopping Cilacar T Tablet may cause changes in your heart rhythm and blood pressure, cause chest pain, or a heart attack. Your doctor will lower your dose gradually over a period of time to help prevent these symptoms.  It is advised to drink plenty of fluids while taking this medicine to overcome dry mouth and extreme thirst. Patients suffering from kidney problems may be required to undergo regular blood creatinine, and potassium levels test as Cilacar T Tablet affects electrolytes level in our body can be monitored.

Uses of Cilacar T Tablet

Hypertension (high blood pressure)

Directions for Use

Cilacar T Tablet should be taken with food to allow its slow absorption and to reduce the risk of sudden lowering of blood pressure. Swallow the whole tablet with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew, or break it.

Medicinal Benefits

Cilacar T Tablet is composed of Cilnidipine and Telmisartan, prescribed to treat hypertension. Cilnidipine blocks the activities of the calcium channels present in the blood vessels of the heart. As a result, the blood vessels widen, and supply to the heart increases, lowering the elevated blood pressure and the workload placed on the heart. Due to its calcium channel blocking nature it may be also prescribed for relieving the heart’s workload caused due to the heart attack or stroke. Telmisartan works by blocking the action of certain substances that are responsible for tightening the blood vessels. It allows the blood to flow more smoothly and makes the heart more efficient at pumping blood throughout the body. Thus, it reduces the chance of having any heart attack or stroke in the future. Additionally, it has a protective effect on the kidney, and in the condition of diabetes.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Cilacar T Tablet

  • Sore back
  • Diarrhoea
  • Congested feeling
  • Spinning sensation
  • Soreness in the sinus

Drug Warnings

Cilacar T Tablet should be taken with caution in patients with congestive heart failure, liver disease, peripheral oedema (swelling of hands/legs), cardiogenic shock (when heart suddenly can not pump sufficient blood), recent MI (myocardial infarction) or acute unstable angina (chest pain), severe aortic stenosis (when heart valves become diseased). You should monitor your blood pressure regularly to make sure the Cilacar T Tablet is working efficiently. Besides this, prolonged intake of Cilacar T Tablet can lead to lowering of blood pressure (hypotension). So, daily monitoring of blood pressure is advisable.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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TelmisartanAliskiren
Critical
TelmisartanEnalapril
Severe

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TelmisartanAliskiren
Critical
How does the drug interact with Cilacar T 10 mg/40 mg Tablet:
Co-administration of Aliskiren with Cilacar T 10 mg/40 mg Tablet can increase the risk of hyperkalemia (high potassium levels in the blood).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Cilacar T 10 mg/40 mg Tablet with Aliskiren can possibly lead to an interaction, please consult a doctor before taking it. Do not discontinue the medications without consulting a doctor.
TelmisartanEnalapril
Severe
How does the drug interact with Cilacar T 10 mg/40 mg Tablet:
Co-administration of Enalapril with Cilacar T 10 mg/40 mg Tablet can increase the risk of kidney failure, low blood pressure, and high potassium levels.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Enalapril and Cilacar T 10 mg/40 mg Tablet, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. However, contact a doctor if you experience nausea, vomiting, weakness, tingling of the hands and feet, or feelings of heaviness in the legs, so it's important to seek medical help. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
TelmisartanEluxadoline
Severe
How does the drug interact with Cilacar T 10 mg/40 mg Tablet:
Co-administration of Cilacar T 10 mg/40 mg Tablet increases levels of eluxadoline by increasing metabolism.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Cilacar T 10 mg/40 mg Tablet with Eluxadoline together can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
TelmisartanAmiloride
Severe
How does the drug interact with Cilacar T 10 mg/40 mg Tablet:
Co-administration of amiloride with Cilacar T 10 mg/40 mg Tablet may increase potassium levels in the blood. (High potassium levels can cause hyperkalemia, which can lead to kidney failure, muscular paralysis, abnormal heart rhythm).

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction, amiloride may lead to an interaction but can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. However, consult the doctor if you experience nausea, vomiting, weakness, disorientation, tingling in your hands and feet, feelings of heaviness in your legs, a weak pulse, or a slow or irregular heartbeat. It is important to maintain proper fluid intake while taking these medications. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
TelmisartanPotassium acetate
Severe
How does the drug interact with Cilacar T 10 mg/40 mg Tablet:
Co-administration of Potassium acetate can make Cilacar T 10 mg/40 mg Tablet more likely to cause high levels of potassium in the blood.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Potassium acetate and Cilacar T 10 mg/40 mg Tablet together can evidently cause an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has suggested it. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
TelmisartanPerindopril
Severe
How does the drug interact with Cilacar T 10 mg/40 mg Tablet:
Taking perindopril with Cilacar T 10 mg/40 mg Tablet may increase the risk of side effects such as low blood pressure, kidney function impairment, and high blood potassium.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction, Cilacar T 10 mg/40 mg Tablet can be taken with perindopril if prescribed by the doctor. Consult the prescriber if you experience symptoms of high potassium such as 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. Maintain adequate fluid intake during treatment with these medications. Do not discontinue the medications without consulting a doctor.
TelmisartanSpironolactone
Severe
How does the drug interact with Cilacar T 10 mg/40 mg Tablet:
Taking spironolactone with Cilacar T 10 mg/40 mg Tablet may increase potassium levels in the blood.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction, Cilacar T 10 mg/40 mg Tablet can be taken with spironolactone if prescribed by the doctor. Consult the prescriber if you experience symptoms of high potassium such as 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. Maintain adequate fluid intake during treatment with these medications. Do not discontinue the medications without consulting a doctor.
TelmisartanPotassium iodide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Cilacar T 10 mg/40 mg Tablet:
Taking Potassium Iodide with Cilacar T 10 mg/40 mg Tablet can make high levels of potassium in the blood more likely.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Potassium iodide and Cilacar T 10 mg/40 mg Tablet together can evidently cause an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has suggested it. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
TelmisartanEnalapril
Severe
How does the drug interact with Cilacar T 10 mg/40 mg Tablet:
Coadministration of enalapril with Cilacar T 10 mg/40 mg Tablet may increase the risk of hyperkalemia (high potassium levels in the blood), hypotension, syncope (fainting), and renal failure due to additive or synergistic effects. If you are elderly, dehydrated, or have a history of renal or heart illness, your risk is enhanced.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Enalapril together with Cilacar T 10 mg/40 mg Tablet may possibly result in an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by your doctor. However, contact your doctor immediately if you experience signs and symptoms of hyperkalemia, such as nausea, vomiting, confusion, numbness, tingling in hands and feet, and irregular heartbeat. It is advised to limit the intake of potassium-rich foods like tomatoes, bananas, papayas, mangoes, beans, and potassium-containing supplements. Do not discontinue any medication without consulting your doctor.
TelmisartanTizanidine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Cilacar T 10 mg/40 mg Tablet:
Taking tizanidine with Cilacar T 10 mg/40 mg Tablet may have additive effects in lowering the blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction, Cilacar T 10 mg/40 mg Tablet can be taken with tizanidine if prescribed by your doctor. Consult the prescriber if you experience symptoms of low blood pressure, such as headache, dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, and/or changes in pulse or heart rate. Be cautious when getting up from a sitting or lying position. Do not discontinue the medications without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Keep your weight under control with BMI 19.5-24.9.
  • 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 you to lower your raised blood pressure by about 5 mm of Hg.
  • Opt for diet rich in whole grains, fruits, veggies and low-fat dairy products. 
  • Limit intake of sodium chloride (table salt) in your daily diet to 2300 mg per day or less than 1500 mg is ideal for most adults.
  • If you are taking alcohol then only one serving for women and two servings for men is advisable. 
  • Quitting smoking is the best strategy 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 and practice mindfulness techniques. 
  • Monitor your blood pressure daily and if there is too much of fluctuation then immediately contact your doctor. 
  • Try to include heart healthy omega 3 fatty acid containing food drinks in your daily diet. You can also use low fat cooking oil like olive oil, soybean oil, canola oil, and coconut oil can help in lowering your elevated blood pressure.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTI- HYPERTENSIVES

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Drug-Diseases Interactions

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FAQs

It is advised to continue your medicine even after your blood pressure is under control or becomes normal as blood pressure can shoot up any time. If you have persistent headache, please consult your doctor immediately.

If you miss a dose of Cilacar T Tablet , you are advised to take it as soon as you remember. Do not double the dose as it may lead to lowering of blood pressure. Take one daily at the same time.

High blood pressure in the stage of pregnancy may cause eclampsia that can be harmful for both baby and mother. So, during the pregnancy you should have regular blood pressure monitoring.

No, it is a prescribed drug, given by a physician for preventing specific medical conditions. Taking it on your own can cause unwanted side-effects.

Yes, Cilacar T Tablet can cause dizziness. It is advised to avoid driving or operate any heavy machinery while taking Cilacar T Tablet . In case you feel dizzy or lightheaded, it is advised to rest for some time until you feel better.

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Special Advise

Sudden withdrawal may worsen angina (chest pain). However, if ou experience chest pain, consult your doctor immediately.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Blood pressure: It is the measurement of the force that our heart uses to pump blood to all parts of the body. Hypertension is a chronic condition when blood pressure is too high. This condition can lead to hardened arteries (blood vessels), decreasing the blood and oxygen flow to the heart. Raised blood pressure can cause chest pain (angina) and heart attack (when blood supply to the heart is blocked). Additionally, high blood pressure also causes brain damage (stroke) and kidney failure. High blood pressure can be diagnosed with the help of a blood pressure monitor or sphygmomanometer. Systolic pressure is the pressure when the heart pumps blood out. On the other hand, diastolic pressure is the pressure when your heart is at the resting stage between heartbeats. If your blood pressure is 140/90 mm of Hg, it means the systolic pressure is 140 mm of Hg and, diastolic pressure is 90 mm of Hg. Ideal blood pressure should be between 90/60 mm of Hg and 120/80 mm of Hg.

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