Cilbiten-M Tablets

Product Introduction

Cilbiten-M 10/50 Tablet ER is a medicine used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure). It is a combination of two medicines that effectively controls blood pressure when a single medication is not effective. By lowering the blood pressure, it helps in preventing future heart attack and stroke.

You can take Cilbiten -M 10/50 Tablet ER at any time of day, with food, but it is best to take it at the same time each day. Keep taking it for as long as advised by your doctor. Even if you feel well, do not stop this medicine on your own because high blood pressure often has no symptoms. If you stop taking it, your condition may get worse. Keeping active with regular exercise, reducing your weight and eating a healthy diet will also help control your blood pressure. Follow your doctor’s advice while taking this medicine.

It may cause side effects like headache, ankle swelling, slow heart rate, and nausea. It may also cause dizziness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. To reduce the swelling, raise your legs while sitting down. You may be asked for regular monitoring of blood pressure, kidney function, blood sugar level, and electrolytes level while on the treatment.

Before taking it, let your doctor know if you have any liver or kidney problems. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor for advice before taking this medicine. You also need to tell your doctor what other medicines you are taking especially those used to treat high blood pressure or heart conditions.

Uses of Cilbiten-m Tablet ER

Hypertension (high blood pressure)

BENEFITS OF CILBITEN-M TABLET ER

In Hypertension (high blood pressure)

Cilbiten -M 10/50 Tablet ER relaxes the blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily around your body. It also blocks the effects of some chemicals on your heart and blood vessels. This slows down your heart rate and helps the heart beat with less force. As a result, your blood pressure is lowered and this helps in reducing your risk of having a stroke, a heart attack, other heart problems, or kidney problems in the future. This medicine needs to be taken regularly to be effective, so keep taking it even if you feel well. Do not stop without talking to your doctor.

Side Effects of Cilbiten-M Tablet ER

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 Cilbiten -M

• Abnormal phosphorous level in blood

How to Use Cilbiten-m Tablet ER

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. Cilbiten -M 10/50 Tablet ER is to be taken with food.

How Cilbiten-M Tablet ER Works

Cilbiten -M 10/50 Tablet ER is a combination of two medicines: Cilnidipine and metoprolol which lower blood pressure effectively. Cilnidipine is a calcium channel blocker which works by relaxing blood vessels while metoprolol is a beta blocker that works specifically on the heart to slow down the heart rate. Together, they make the heart more efficient at pumping blood throughout the body.

Safety Advice

Alcohol

Unsafe

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Cilbiten -M 10/50 Tablet ER.

Pregnancy

Consult Your Doctor

Cilbiten -M 10/50 Tablet ER may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

Consult Your Doctor

Information regarding the use of Cilbiten -M 10/50 Tablet ER during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

Unsafe

Cilbiten -M 10/50 Tablet ER may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

Consult Your Doctor

There is limited information available on the use of Cilbiten -M 10/50 Tablet ER in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

Caution

Cilbiten -M 10/50 Tablet ER should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Cilbiten -M 10/50 Tablet ER may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

What if You Forget to Take Cilacar-m Tablet Er?

If you miss a dose of Cilbiten -M 10/50 Tablet ER, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.