Basic Information On Caduet
Caduet is a combination drug that is used to treat hypertension and chest pain caused to due cholesterol deposits in the blood vessels. It works by reducing the levels of bad cholesterol (LDL) which results in the formation of clumps or blocks. Lowering of blood pressure is also achieved by the Caduet drug through relaxation of blood vessels. One of its constituents is a calcium channel blocker that achieves this effect.
Precautions/Side Effects For Caduet
Caduet or Amlodipine/Atorvastatin combination can harm an unborn baby. If you are pregnant you will not be prescribed this drug. Breastfeeding can pass the drug to the infant. If you get pregnant during the course of medication, then you have to stop taking it immediately. Before you take start on a course of this medication, a pregnancy test should be done. You must also consult your health care provider about possible interactions with contraceptives, specifically oral hormonal contraceptives.
Common side effects of brand or generic Caduet include nausea, diarrhea, excessive gas formation accompanied by stomach pain caused due to frequent stomach upsets. It can also lower sex drive and has been associated with impotency. An allergic reaction to any of the components can result in a mild skin rash. Asthma patients should not take their medication without understanding the risks, as this medicine may trigger an asthma attack. As with any other medication for hypertension, an over dosage can result in more than required reduction in the blood pressure. Less common side effects include jaundice (seen mostly in individuals with liver problems), chest pain and altered heart rate. Kidney treatment medications often result in subtle blood pressure changes. They may compound the effect of Amlodipine/Atorvastatin.
Caduet Dosage
Since brand or generic Caduet is a combination medication, the dosage depends on the requirement of each of the medications. For adults, Amlodipine dosage can start at 5mg and can be increased to 10mg. Older patients, children and individuals with liver problems are prescribed small dosage of 2.5 mg. Atorvastatin is started with a dosage of 10mg and is commonly increased to 20 mg. For some patients with severe fat deposition, the dosage can start with 80 mg. It is suitable for children older than 10 years and is used as an adjunct to diet correction. The dosage depends on the patient.
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