Plendil (Felodipine) is a prescription medication used alone or in combination with other medicines to treat high blood pressure in adults. Left untreated, high blood pressure can lead to damage to vital organs, including the brain, blood vessels, heart, and kidneys. This damage can lead to conditions like heart disease, heart attack, kidney failure, stroke, heart failure, and vision loss. The active ingredient in Plendil is Felodipine. Felodipine belongs to a class of drugs called calcium channel blockers. It works by relaxing the blood vessels, allowing the heart to pump less forcefully and thereby lower blood pressure.
Manufacturer Information
We currently offer the brand Plendil from India and the United Kingdom manufactured by AstraZeneca in the strength of 5 mg and 10 mg tablets. The generic Felodipine is also available by a different manufacturer from India and Canada in the strength of 2.5 mg, 5 mg, and 10 mg tablets.
Get medical help immediately if you have any of these signs or an allergic reaction while using Plendil. The most common side effects of Plendil may include the following:
• Dizziness;
• Headache;
• Swelling in your arms, hands, or legs;
• Weakness
Contact your doctor right away if you have any of the severe side effects, including:
• Fast, irregular, or pounding heartbeat;
• Signs of an allergic reaction, such as trouble breathing, hives, swelling of the face, lips, or throat;
• Signs of liver problems, such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, appetite loss, yellowing of the skin or eyes, or dark urine
These are not all of Plendil's side effects. Always contact your doctor if you notice any unusual symptoms.
You should not use Plendil if you are allergic to Felodipine or any ingredient in Plendil. Before you start using this medication, tell your doctor about your medical history, especially if you:
• Are breastfeeding or planning to breastfeed;
• Are pregnant or planning to become pregnant;
• Have congestive heart failure;
• Have liver disease;
• Have low blood pressure
Tell your doctor about all your medications, including prescription, OTC, herbal supplements, and vitamins. There may be drug interactions between Plendil and other medications, such as Aspirin, Lisinopril, Amiodarone, Apalutamide, Propranolol, Cimetidine, Carbamazepine, Levodopa, and mifepristone. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant. Felodipine can harm an unborn baby. Use effective birth control to prevent pregnancy while using this medicine. Inform your doctor if you are breastfeeding or planning to breastfeed. Felodipine can pass into breast milk and harm a nursing infant. Do not breastfeed when taking this drug.
Use this medicine exactly as your doctor prescribes. Plendil comes as a tablet. Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, break, or chew it. You may take Felodipine with or without food. However, take it the same way each time. This means that if you take the medicine without food, continue taking it without food, and if you take it with food, continue taking it with food. Plendil can cause mild swelling of your gums. Brush and floss your teeth regularly when taking this medication. Your doctor will need to check your blood pressure often while you are taking Plendil. Do not stop using this medicine without talking to your doctor. High blood pressure usually has no symptoms. Stopping the medication suddenly may make your condition worse. Your doctor may recommend lifestyle changes, such as a healthy diet, regular exercise, and weight control when you take Plendil. This medicine can cause dizziness. Avoid getting up too fast from a sitting or lying position to reduce the risk of dizziness. Be cautious if you drive or engage in any activity that requires you to be alert. Avoid taking grapefruit juice or products when using this medicine. Grapefruit may interact with Felodipine and cause unwanted side effects. Store this drug at room temperature, away from light and moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.