Clinidipine

Uses of Clinidipine

  • Subarachnoid haemorrhage

Side effects of Clinidipine

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Cilidep

  • Irritation of ear
  • Headache
  • Ankle swelling
  • Dizziness
  • Heart attack
  • Blindness
  • Eye pain
  • Abnormal liver function tests
  • Eye irritation
  • Allergic skin rash
  • Nausea
  • Abdominal pain
  • Lethargy
  • Altered frequency of urination
  • Fatigue
  • Impotence
  • Depression
  • Slow heart rate
  • Peripheral edema
  • Chest pain
  • Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk)
  • Gastrointestinal discomfort
  • Tremors
  • Decreased blood pressure

How to use Clinidipine

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Clinidipine is to be taken with food.

Quick tips

  • A sudden drop in your blood pressure may occur, especially when you first start taking Clinidipine. To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.

  • It may cause dizziness. Do not drive or perform any activity that requires mental focus until you know how Clinidipine affects you.

  • Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Safety Advice

sdsPregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Can I take Clinidipine if I’m pregnant?

Information regarding the use of Clinidipine during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.

sdsBreastfeedingCAUTION

Can I take Clinidipine if I’m breastfeeding?

Clinidipine should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body.

sdsAlcoholCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Is drinking alcohol while taking Clinidipine safe?

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Clinidipine. Please consult your doctor.

sdsDrivingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Can I drive after taking Clinidipine?

It is not known whether Clinidipine alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.

sdsKidneyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Can I take Clinidipine if I have/had kidney diseases?

There is limited information available on the use of Clinidipine in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

Written By:

Dr Advikka Ridhy

Dr Advikka Ridhy

MBBS

RMO, Aster MIMS

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