MASDIL BD 180MG TABLET
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Product introduction
MASDIL BD 180MG TABLET is used to treat angina (heart-related chest pain), high blood pressure, and some types of irregular heartbeats (arrhythmia). It is known as a calcium channel blocker. It works by relaxing blood vessels to lower blood pressure. This helps to reduce the workload of the heart.
MASDIL BD 180MG TABLET may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it regularly at a fixed time each day as advised by your doctor. Keep using this medicine even if you feel well. If you stop taking it suddenly, your condition may worsen. This medicine is only part of a treatment program that should include a healthy diet, regular exercise, and weight reduction as advised by your doctor.
Common side effects seen with this medicine include headache, constipation, dizziness, fatigue, nausea, flushing, and rash. These are usually mild and disappear after a short time. Consult your doctor if they bother you or do not go away. It may also make you feel sleepy or dizzy, so be careful if you drive or do anything that requires you to be alert. Drinking alcohol should be avoided while taking this medicine as it may worsen the side effects.
Before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have any liver or kidney problems. Also, inform your doctor if you have very low blood pressure (hypotension), heart failure, or if you recently had a heart attack and have fluid in your lungs. Your doctor may want to monitor your blood pressure while using it and you may need frequent blood tests. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before taking it.
MASDIL BD 180MG TABLET may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it regularly at a fixed time each day as advised by your doctor. Keep using this medicine even if you feel well. If you stop taking it suddenly, your condition may worsen. This medicine is only part of a treatment program that should include a healthy diet, regular exercise, and weight reduction as advised by your doctor.
Common side effects seen with this medicine include headache, constipation, dizziness, fatigue, nausea, flushing, and rash. These are usually mild and disappear after a short time. Consult your doctor if they bother you or do not go away. It may also make you feel sleepy or dizzy, so be careful if you drive or do anything that requires you to be alert. Drinking alcohol should be avoided while taking this medicine as it may worsen the side effects.
Before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have any liver or kidney problems. Also, inform your doctor if you have very low blood pressure (hypotension), heart failure, or if you recently had a heart attack and have fluid in your lungs. Your doctor may want to monitor your blood pressure while using it and you may need frequent blood tests. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before taking it.
Uses of Masdil Tablet
Benefits of Masdil Tablet
In Treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure)
MASDIL BD 180MG TABLET works by relaxing blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily around your body. This lowers your blood pressure and reduces your risk of having a stroke, heart attack, or kidney problems in the future. It must be taken regularly as prescribed to be effective. You do not usually feel any direct benefit from taking this medicine, but it works in the long term to keep you well. Do not stop taking this medicine without your doctor’s advice, even if you feel well.
In Treatment of Angina (heart-related chest pain)
MASDIL BD 180MG TABLET helps treat heart-related chest pain (angina attack) as well as prevent it from happening in the future. However, it should not be used for acute attacks of angina. It works by relaxing and widening blood vessels in the heart. This makes it easier for blood to flow to the heart, so it gets more oxygen. This medicine thus helps to increase your ability to exercise and go about your daily life more easily and confidently. It should be taken regularly to be effective. Do not stop taking it without your doctor’s advice, even if you feel well.
In Treatment of Arrhythmia
MASDIL BD 180MG TABLET may also be used to treat abnormal heart rhythms (arrhythmias). It may help stop an abnormal rhythm while it is happening or prevent its occurrence in the first place.
Side effects of Masdil Tablet
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 Masdil
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Nausea
- Edema (swelling)
How to use Masdil 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. MASDIL BD 180MG TABLET may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Masdil Tablet works
MASDIL BD 180MG TABLET is used to treat angina (heart-related chest pain), high blood pressure, and some types of irregular heartbeats (arrhythmia). It is known as a calcium channel blocker. It works by relaxing blood vessels to lower blood pressure. This helps to reduce the workload of the heart.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with MASDIL BD 180MG TABLET. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
MASDIL BD 180MG 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.
Breast feeding
CAUTION
MASDIL BD 180MG TABLET should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body.
Alternative method of infant feeding should be considered.
Alternative method of infant feeding should be considered.
Driving
UNSAFE
MASDIL BD 180MG TABLET may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
MASDIL BD 180MG TABLET is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of MASDIL BD 180MG TABLET is recommended.
However, talk to your doctor if you have any underlying kidney disease. Regular monitoring of kidney function test is advised while you are taking this medicine.
However, talk to your doctor if you have any underlying kidney disease. Regular monitoring of kidney function test is advised while you are taking this medicine.
Liver
CAUTION
MASDIL BD 180MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of MASDIL BD 180MG TABLET may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Masdil Tablet?
If you miss a dose of MASDIL BD 180MG 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
- MASDIL BD 180MG TABLET slows down the heartbeat and allows the blood vessels in the body to relax.
- This helps prevent angina attacks (chest pain caused by heart disease), certain abnormal heart rhythms, stroke and heart attack.
- It may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
- It may cause you to feel lightheaded or weak especially when you stand up (orthostatic hypotension). Rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
- It is best to avoid drinking alcohol while taking MASDIL BD 180MG TABLET as it may make the side effects worse.
- Do not stop taking it suddenly without talking to your doctor first.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Benzothiazepine derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
CARDIAC
Action Class
Calcium channel blockers- Nondihydropyridines
Interaction with drugs
Taking Masdil with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Concurrent use may decrease heart activity.
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Concurrent use may decrease heart activity.
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Patient concerns
FAQs
Is MASDIL BD 180MG TABLET a blood thinner?
No, MASDIL BD 180MG TABLET is not a blood thinner. It belongs to the calcium channel blocker class of medicines. It is used to treat hypertension, arrhythmias and angina (chest pain caused by a reduction of oxygen to the heart muscle).
Does MASDIL BD 180MG TABLET cause weight gain?
Yes, MASDIL BD 180MG TABLET may cause weight gain but not in everybody. However, if you are gaining weight while taking MASDIL BD 180MG TABLET then consult your doctor or a nutritionist.
Is it better to take MASDIL BD 180MG TABLET in the morning or at night?
It is recommended to take MASDIL BD 180MG TABLET at night and before meals. The dose will be decided by your doctor and should be taken exactly as prescribed by the doctor.
Does MASDIL BD 180MG TABLET affect sleep?
MASDIL BD 180MG TABLET may cause sleeplessness which does not affect everyone. If this persists and worries you talk to your doctor.
Who should not take MASDIL BD 180MG TABLET?
You should not take MASDIL BD 180MG TABLET if you are allergic to it, have an irregular or slow heartbeat, heart failure, and low blood pressure. It should not be given to children and women who are pregnant or planning to get pregnant.
What are the symptoms of overdose of MASDIL BD 180MG TABLET?
Symptoms of overdose of MASDIL BD 180MG TABLET include slow, fast, or irregular heartbeat, fainting, difficulty breathing and seizures. It may also cause dizziness, confusion, nausea, vomiting and increased sweating. Contact your doctor immediately or seek emergency medical services in a nearby hospital.
How long do I need to take MASDIL BD 180MG TABLET? Can I stop it on my own?
Your doctor will decide how long you need to take it. Do not stop it on your own or lower your dose. Suddenly stopping it may worsen angina or increase your blood pressure.
What should I avoid while taking MASDIL BD 180MG TABLET?
You should avoid drinking alcohol while taking MASDIL BD 180MG TABLET. Also, avoid driving and using heavy machinery if MASDIL BD 180MG TABLET causes dizziness and you experience a general feeling of being unwell. In addition to that, avoid pregnancy and breastfeeding while taking MASDIL BD 180MG TABLET.
What are the serious side effects of MASDIL BD 180MG TABLET?
The serious side effects of MASDIL BD 180MG TABLET include severe allergic reaction, yellowing of the skin or eyes, nausea and extreme tiredness. It may also cause unusual bleeding or bruising, lack of energy, loss of appetite and pain in the stomach. One may also experience flu-like symptoms and an increase in the frequency or severity of chest pain (angina). If you experience any such symptoms immediately contact your doctor and seek medical help.
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