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Espin 5 Tablet
Prescription Required
Overview
Introduction
Espin 5 Tablet is a medicine used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to prevent angina (heart-related chest pain). It is known as a calcium channel blocker and helps to lower blood pressure and reduce the workload of the heart. This helps prevent heart attacks and strokes.
Espin 5 Tablet may be prescribed alone or along with other medicines. The dose depends on what you are taking it for and the severity of your condition. You can take it at any time of the day, with or without food, but it is best to take it at the same time each day. You should take this medicine for as long as it is prescribed for you. 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.
The most common side effects include the unusual beating of the heart (palpitations), fatigue, swelling in the feet or ankles, sleepiness, dizziness, flushing, and headache. Consult your doctor if any of these bother you, or do not go away.
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. You should have your blood pressure checked regularly to make sure that this medicine is working properly.
Espin 5 Tablet may be prescribed alone or along with other medicines. The dose depends on what you are taking it for and the severity of your condition. You can take it at any time of the day, with or without food, but it is best to take it at the same time each day. You should take this medicine for as long as it is prescribed for you. 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.
The most common side effects include the unusual beating of the heart (palpitations), fatigue, swelling in the feet or ankles, sleepiness, dizziness, flushing, and headache. Consult your doctor if any of these bother you, or do not go away.
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. You should have your blood pressure checked regularly to make sure that this medicine is working properly.
Uses of Espin Tablet
Side effects of Espin Tablet
Common
- Fatigue
- Ankle swelling
- Sleepiness
- Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk)
- Headache
- Nausea
- Dizziness
- Palpitations
- Edema (swelling)
- Abdominal pain
How to use Espin Tablet
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. Espin 5 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Espin Tablet works
Espin 5 Tablet is a calcium channel blocker. It decreases blood pressure by relaxing the blood vessels (vascular smooth muscles) to reduce the pressure on them, thereby improving the blood flow in the body. This improved blood flow reduces the workload on the heart relaxing the heart muscles. It also increases the oxygen flow in the body. Hence, it is also used in the treatment of heart-related chest pain (angina).
Safety Advice
Alcohol
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Espin 5 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Espin 5 Tablet 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.
Breastfeeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Espin 5 Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Espin 5 Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Espin 5 Tablet may cause side effects such as dizziness, headaches, nausea or tiredness, all of which could affect your ability to concentrate and drive.
Espin 5 Tablet may cause side effects such as dizziness, headaches, nausea or tiredness, all of which could affect your ability to concentrate and drive.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Espin 5 Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Espin 5 Tablet is recommended.
Liver
CAUTION
Espin 5 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Espin 5 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Espin 5 Tablet is started at a lower dose in patients with liver disease and further increased slowly with careful monitoring.
Espin 5 Tablet is started at a lower dose in patients with liver disease and further increased slowly with careful monitoring.
What if you forget to take Espin Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Espin 5 Tablet, 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.
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Quick Tips
- Take it at the same time every day to help you remember to take it.
- A sudden drop in your blood pressure may occur, especially when you first start taking Espin 5 Tablet. To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
- It can cause ankle or foot swelling. To reduce the swelling raise your legs while you are sitting down. Talk to your doctor if it does not go away.
- It may cause dizziness. Do not drive or perform any activity that requires mental focus until you know how Espin 5 Tablet affects you.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Interaction with Drugs
Taking Espin with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
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Patient Concerns
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User Feedback
Patients taking Espin 5 Tablet
Once A Day
90%
Twice A Day
10%
What are you using Espin Tablet for?
Hypertension *
57%
Others
43%
*Hypertension (high blood pressure)
How much was the improvement?
Average
100%
What were the side-effects while using Espin 5 Tablet?
Flushing (sen*
50%
No Side Effec*
50%
*Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk), No Side Effect
How do you take Espin Tablet?
With food
100%
FAQs
Q. How long does it take for Espin to work?
Espin starts working on the day it is taken. However, it may take weeks to see the full effect. You should continue taking the medicine even if you feel better or if you do not notice any considerable difference. Consult your doctor if you have any concerns or you feel worse after taking the medicine.
Q. Does Espin cause itching?
Espin may cause itching in some patients, though it is an uncommon side effect. If it is severe and worries you, contact your doctor.
Q. Is Espin hard on the kidneys?
No, there is no evidence that Espin causes deterioration of kidney problems. Espin can be used in normal doses in patients with kidney problems. The uncommon side effects of Espin includes passing urine more often and night-time urinating.
Q. Should I take Espin in the morning or at night?
Espin can be taken anytime in the morning or evening, once daily. It is advised to take it at the same time each day so that you remember to take it and the levels of medicine are maintained.
Q. How long do I need to take Espin?
You should keep on taking Espin as long as your doctor has recommended you to take it. You may need to take it lifelong. Do not stop taking it, as it may lead to increased blood pressure and you may fall at risk of stroke and heart attack.
Q. Is Espin a beta blocker?
No, Espin is not a beta blocker. It belongs to a class of medicine known as calcium channel blocker. It lowers blood pressure by relaxing the blood vessels so that blood can easily flow through the blood vessels.
Q. What are the serious side effects of Espin?
Espin may cause serious side effects such as liver problems (yellowing of skin, nausea, vomiting, and loss of appetite), pancreatitis (severe stomach pain, nausea, and vomiting), and recurrent chest pain which may be indicative of a heart attack.
Q. What should I avoid while taking Espin?
Consult your doctor first before starting any new prescription or non-prescription medicines or supplements. Avoid eating grapefruit or drinking grapefruit juice while taking Espin.
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Chinubhai Centre, Off. Nehru Bridge, Ashram Road, Ahmedabad - 380009. Gujarat. India.
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