BUY PLENDIL

Plendil is applied for treating high blood pressure (hypertension), what may result in preventing strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Plendil belongs to the class of calcium channel blockers. By blocking calcium, this medication relaxes and widens blood vessels so blood can flow more easily.

HOW TO USE PLENDIL:

It is an oral medication. It is recommended to take plendil one time a day (on an empty stomach) or as prescribed by your doctor. If you have stomach problems it is recommended to take this remedy with a light food to avoid stomach upset. Dosage depends on your medical condition and response to therapy. It is recommended to swallow the tablet whole, without crushing or chewing it, to reduce risk of side effects. In order not to forget take this remedy at the same time. As far as most people with high blood pressure feel well it is necessary to continue taking this medication even if you do not feel sick. This drug is not effective if you use it only when chest pain occurs. It is very important to take plendil regularly as prescribed to help prevent chest pain. As far as grapefruits reduce effectiveness of this medication try to avoid them. Consult your doctor or pharmacist for more details. Do not stop taking this medication without consulting your doctor. Some conditions may become worse when the drug is suddenly stopped. Your dose may need to be gradually decreased.

PLENDIL SIDE EFFECTS:

You may experience such side effects as headache, dizziness, lightheadedness, flushing, or stomach upset as your body adjusts to the medication. Inform your doctor in the case of worsening or persisting any of the side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious plendil side effects. You may experience such unusual but serious side effects as swelling of the hands/ankles/feet (edema), fast/irregular heartbeat, new or worsening chest pain inform your doctor about it. Although unlikely, plendil may cause mild swelling of the gums. Massage your gums and brush and floss your teeth regularly to minimize this problem. See your dentist regularly. Tell your doctor immediately if any of these highly unlikely but very serious side effects occur: fainting. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist. Don't forget that your doctor has prescribed this medication because the benefit to you is greater than the risk of the plendil side effects.

PLENDIL PRECAUTIONS:

Inform your doctor if you have such problems as swelling of the arms and legs (edema), heart disease (e.g., congestive heart failure), liver disease. Your doctor should know that you are taking this medication before you have surgery. This drug may make you dizzy. Be attentive while engaging in activities requiring alertness such as driving or using machinery. Limit alcohol. Try to get up slowly to reduce risk of side effects or lightheadedness. Elder people are more sensitive to the side effects of this medication, especially dizziness. Plendil is not advised during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. It is not known whether this drug passes into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

PLENDIL INTERACTIONS:

Your doctor or pharmacist may already be acquainted with any possible plendil interactions. Do not start, stop, or change the dosage of any medicine before checking with them first. Your doctor should know about all the medications you are taking, especially of: intravenous (IV) calcium, other medications for high blood pressure. Also tell your doctor or pharmacist if you take drugs affecting the removal of plendil from your system (CYP 3A4 substrates, inhibitors and inducers) such as: certain anti-seizure medications (e.g., carbamazepine, phenobarbital, phenytoin), azole antifungals (e.g., ketoconazole, itraconazole), cimetidine, macrolide antibiotics (e.g., erythromycin), tacrolimus. Check the labels on all your medicines (e.g., non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs or NSAIDs for pain/fever reduction, cough-and-cold products, diet aids) because they may contain ingredients that could increase your blood pressure. Ask your pharmacist about the safe use of these products.

NOTES:

Do not share plendil with others. Ask your doctor about what lifestyle changes may promote effectiveness of this medication. Have your blood pressure checked regularly while taking this medication. It may be best to learn how to monitor your own blood pressure. Discuss with your doctor and inform him/her of your blood pressure readings.