Efonta

Ajanta Pharma Ltd

Composition for Efonta Products

Efonta Products are primarily used for

Hypertension (high blood pressure)

About Efonta Products

Uses of Efonta Products

Efonidipine is used in the treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure).

Efonta Products side effects

Common

Side Effects of Efonta are Headache, Palpitations, Hot flushes, Flushing of face.

How Efonta Products work

Efonidipine is a calcium channel blocker. It regulates the blood pressure by relaxing the blood vessels and reducing the pressure on them, thereby making it easier for the heart to pump more blood throughout the body. In this way, it normalizes the blood pressure in patients with high blood pressure.

Patient Concerns about Efonta Products

Frequently asked questions about Efonta Products

Frequently asked questions about Efonidipine

Q. What is the use of Efonta 20 Tablet?
Efonta 20 Tablet is a medicine used to treat high blood pressure. It belongs to a group of medicines which block the calcium channels in the blood vessel. It works by relaxing the blood vessels in patients with high blood pressure. This widens the diameter of the blood vessels which helps the blood to pass through them more easily.
Q. Is Efonta 20 Tablet bad for the kidneys?
No, there is no evidence that Efonta 20 Tablet causes deterioration of kidney problems. Efonta 20 Tablet can be used in normal doses in patients with kidney problems. In fact, its blood pressure-lowering effect helps to prevent injury to the kidneys due to hypertension.
Q. Should I take Efonta 20 Tablet in the morning or at night?
Efonta 20 Tablet can be taken anytime in the morning or evening, usually prescribed once daily. You should used this medicine as advised by the doctor. It is advised to take it at the same time each day so that you remember to take it and consistent levels of medicine are maintained in the body.
Q. How long do I need to take Efonta 20 Tablet?
You should keep on taking Efonta 20 Tablet for as long as your doctor has recommended you to take it. You may need to take it lifelong. Do not stop taking it, even if you feel well or your blood pressure is well controlled. If you stop taking Efonta 20 Tablet, your blood pressure may increase again and your condition may worsen.
Q. Is Efonta 20 Tablet a beta-blocker?
No, Efonta 20 Tablet is not a beta-blocker. It belongs to a class of medicines known as calcium channel blockers. 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 Efonta 20 Tablet?
Efonta 20 Tablet may cause some 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. However, these side effects are rarely seen. Remember that your doctor has prescribed this medicine to you because the benefit to you is greater than the risk of any potential side effects. Follow your doctor's advice while taking this medicine.
Q. What should I avoid while taking Efonta 20 Tablet?
Consult your doctor first before starting any new prescription or non-prescription medicines or supplements. Avoid eating grapefruit (chakotra) or drinking grapefruit juice while taking Efonta 20 Tablet. Take a low sodium and low fat diet, and adhere to the lifestyle changes as advised by your doctor.
Q. I have developed ankle edema and swelling over my feet after using Efonta 20 Tablet. What should I do?
Efonta 20 Tablet can cause ankle or foot swelling. Raise your legs while you are sitting down. Talk to your doctor if it does not go away.

Products for Efonta

Efonta 20 Tablet
strip of 15 tablets
Ajanta Pharma Ltd
MRP
131
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Efonta 40mg Tablet
strip of 15 tablets
Ajanta Pharma Ltd
MRP
234
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Efonta 10 Tablet
strip of 10 tablets
Ajanta Pharma Ltd
MRP
50
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