Cilnidipine + Metoprolol Succinate
Written By Dr. Radhika Dua
Reviewed By Dr. Shilpa GarchaLast updated 18 Feb 2020 | 11:53 AM (UTC)
Cilnidipine + Metoprolol Succinate Uses
Cilnidipine+Metoprolol Succinate is used in the treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure).
How Cilnidipine + Metoprolol Succinate works
Cilnidipine + Metoprolol Succinate 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.
Common side effects of Cilnidipine + Metoprolol Succinate
Sleepiness, Headache, Ankle swelling, Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk), Slow heart rate, Tiredness, Palpitations, Nausea1a, Edema (swelling), Constipation, Cold extremities
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Expert advice for Cilnidipine + Metoprolol Succinate
- You have been prescribed Cilnidipine + Metoprolol Succinate for the treatment of high blood pressure.
- Lowering blood pressure reduces chance of future heart attack & strokes.
- It may cause dizziness. Get up slowly when rising from a sitting or lying position.
- Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor as it can cause sudden increase in your blood pressure.
- Let your doctor know if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy.