Cardioplen Xl

Cardioplen XL is a medication used to control high blood pressure. It can also help decrease the number of angina attacks. Blood pressure readings above 140/90mmHg are considered high and can lead to a greater risk of strokes, heart failure, and kidney failure.

Cardioplen XL has felodipine as its active ingredient, which helps lower high blood pressure. Medicines with felodipine belong to a group known as calcium-channel blockers.

Calcium-channel blockers help to lower blood pressure by widening the arteries, which reduces resistance. Lowering blood pressure can decrease the risk of heart-related deaths and illnesses. Felodipine is also effective in reducing the risk of strokes.

The active ingredient in Cardioplen XL, felodipine, helps by stopping calcium from entering the arteries. When calcium gets into the smooth muscle, the middle layer of the arteries, it makes them narrow, which increases blood pressure. By blocking the calcium channels in the smooth muscle, Cardioplen XL relaxes and widens the arteries. This reduces resistance, lowers blood pressure, and eases the strain on your heart.

Felodipine helps to widen the arteries that supply blood to your heart, allowing more blood and oxygen to reach the heart muscle. Improved blood flow to the heart can reduce the risk of angina.

Cardioplen XL is available in three different strengths: 2.5mg, 5mg, and 10mg. The dose you need may vary based on several factors, such as the specific condition being treated. Generally, these are the doses that are commonly prescribed.

For high blood pressure: Typically, you would start with a 5mg dose once a day, but it can be increased up to a maximum of 20mg if needed.

For angina: You start with a dose of 5mg once a day, but it can be increased to a maximum of 10mg once a day if needed.

For older adults: You can start with a reduced dose of 2.5mg once daily.

Adults typically start with a 5mg dose, but this can be adjusted based on your blood pressure. If your blood pressure remains high, the dose might be increased up to a maximum of 20mg.

You shouldn't take Cardioplen XL if you're pregnant. If you become pregnant, stop taking it straight away and get in touch with our clinician for further advice.

While not everyone will have side effects, it's quite common to experience ankle swelling, headaches, and flushing when taking Cardioplen XL.

Some people might notice:

If you notice any side effects and they start to bother you, please feel free to get in touch with our clinician to talk about your treatment options.

You can drink alcohol while taking Cardioplen XL, but be aware that it can enhance felodipine's effect on lowering blood pressure. This might make you feel dizzy or light-headed.

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Cardioplen XL is a medication that requires a prescription. You won't find it available over-the-counter. This ensures our healthcare professionals can confirm it's safe for you to use.