Cardif 10mg Tablet is an anti-hypertensive medicine used in the treatment of Hypertension. Hypertension is a serious condition in which there is a persistent rise in blood pressure. It also helps reduce the risk of heart attack, stroke, and angina (chest pain).

Cardif 10mg Tablet contains Nitrendipine, which belongs to the class of calcium channel blockers. It works by relaxing the blood vessels. This reduces the workload on the heart and makes the heart more efficient for pumping blood throughout the body.

Cardif 10mg Tablet may cause common side effects such as headaches, fatigue, diarrhea, drowsiness, nausea, dizziness, decreased blood pressure,  joint pain, and arthralgia that usually resolve after some time. Cardif 10mg Tablet should be taken as prescribed by your doctor. Your doctor will decide the dose and duration of the medicine.

Cardif 10mg Tablet should be avoided if you are allergic to it or other same-class medicines. Before starting the treatment, inform your doctor about your complete medical history and current medication history, including herbs and supplements. This can help reduce many adverse effects. It is unknown whether Cardif 10mg Tablet can be given to pregnant women or breastfeeding mothers. Hence, inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Cardif 10mg Tablet contains Nitrendipine, which is used in the treatment of mild to moderate hypertension. It works by relaxing the blood vessels. This reduces the workload on the heart and makes the heart more efficient for pumping blood throughout the body. Thus, Cardif 10mg Tablet can effectively reduce the blood pressure and the complications associated with this condition, such as heart attack.

• Light-headedness
• Dizziness
• Headache
• Lack of energy
• Peripheral edema (swelling of legs/hands)
• Flushing
• Rash
• Constipation
• Fatigue
• Nausea
• Diarrhoea
• Hypotension (decreased blood pressure)
• Joint pain

Cardif 10mg Tablet should be avoided if you are allergic to it or other same-class medicines. Tell your doctor about your complete medical history and current medication history, including herbs and supplements, to rule out any adverse effects. Cardif 10mg Tablet should be used with caution if you have any history of liver disease, kidney disease, diabetes, and peripheral edema (swelling of hands/legs). This medicine is not recommended for use in children below 18 years of age as the safety and efficacy are not established. It is unknown whether Cardif 10mg Tablet can be given to pregnant women or breastfeeding mothers. Hence, inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Frequent monitoring of blood pressure is important while taking Cardif 10mg Tablet. Doing regular 15-minute exercise and a few lifestyle changes, such as low salt intake, avoiding cold beverages, smoking, etc., can give better results. Avoid driving and operating machines while on treatment with Cardif 10mg Tablet as it may make you feel dizzy or drowsy.

Drug-drug interactions: Cardif 10mg Tablet may interact with other blood pressure-lowering medications, anti-arrhythmic drugs (quinidine), antiepileptic medicine (phenytoin, carbamazepine, phenobarbital), antifungal medicine (ketoconazole, itraconazole), an antibiotic (erythromycin), antidiabetic medicine (insulin), etc.

Drug-food interactions: Avoid alcohol consumption and smoking during the treatment, as it may increase the risk of side effects.

Drug-disease interactions: Cardif 10mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver/kidney disease, heart failure, and diabetes.

• QUINIDINE
• KETOCONAZOLE
• ITRACONAZOLE
• PHENYTOIN
• INSULIN
• ERYTHROMYCIN
• PHENOBARBITAL

• Doing regular physical activity or exercise for at least 30 minutes most days of the week can help you lower your raised blood pressure.
• Opt for a diet rich in whole grains, fruits, veggies and low-fat dairy products. 
• Reduce the intake of table salt in your daily diet to 2300 mg per day for better results.
• Quitting smoking and alcohol consumption is the best strategy to lower the risk of heart disease. 
• Try to maintain your weight under control with a BMI of 19.5-24.9.
• Avoid chronic stress, as it can raise your blood pressure.
• Monitor your blood pressure daily, and if there is too much fluctuation, then immediately contact your doctor.

• Sudden withdrawal of Cardif 10mg Tablet may worsen your health condition. However, if you experience chest pain, consult your doctor immediately.
• Keep track of your blood pressure by regularly checking it.

Hypertension: Also called high blood pressure, is a serious condition in which the force exerted by the blood against the artery walls becomes high. This hardens the heart to pump blood. Raised blood pressure can cause chest pain (angina), heart attack (when the blood supply to the heart is blocked), stroke (brain damage) and kidney failure. The blood pressure can be diagnosed with the help of a blood pressure monitor called a sphygmomanometer.