Cortel LNB 50 Tablet belongs to the group of anti-hypertensive medicines used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Cortel LNB 50 Tablet helps lower blood pressure, thereby reducing the chances of heart problems such as heart attack and stroke. High blood pressure is a condition in which the blood exerts increased pressure on the walls of blood vessels. Symptoms include headache, dizziness, nosebleeds, changes in vision, chest pain, weakness, and dyspnea (shortness of breath). However, most of the time, the signs and symptoms of hypertension are none.
 
Cortel LNB 50 Tablet is a combination of three drugs: Cilnidipine, Telmisartan, and Metoprolol succinate. Cilnidipine acts on the calcium channels of the blood vessels and suppresses the contraction of blood vessels, thereby helping the blood flow smoothly. Telmisartan works by blocking the angiotensin II receptor, thereby relaxing the blood vessels and lowering the blood pressure. Metoprolol succinate slows down the rate and makes it easier for the heart to pump blood throughout the body. Together, Cortel LNB 50 Tablet helps treat hypertension.
 
Take Cortel LNB 50 Tablet as prescribed. You are advised to take Cortel LNB 50 Tablet for as long as your doctor has recommended it for you, depending on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience certain common side effects such as headache, nausea, dizziness, weakness, decreased blood pressure, and slow heart rate. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.
 
Try not to stop taking Cortel LNB 50 Tablet on your own, as it may cause a sudden increase in blood pressure. Consult your doctor before taking Cortel LNB 50 Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Cortel LNB 50 Tablet is not recommended for children as efficacy and safety have not been established. Cortel LNB 50 Tablet may cause dizziness, so drive with caution. Avoid consuming alcohol as it might cause increased dizziness. Inform your doctor about all the medicines you are taking and about your health condition to rule out any unpleasant side effects/interactions.

Cortel LNB 50 Tablet is a combination of three drugs, namely: Cilnidipine, Telmisartan, and Metoprolol succinate. Cortel LNB 50 Tablet is used to treat hypertension. Cilnidipine is a calcium channel blocker that acts on the calcium channels of the blood vessels and suppresses the contraction of blood vessels, thereby helping the blood flow smoothly. Telmisartan is an angiotensin receptor blocker that works by blocking the angiotensin II receptor, thereby relaxing the blood vessels and lowering the blood pressure. Metoprolol succinate is a beta-blocker that slows down the rate and makes it easier for the heart to pump blood throughout the body. Together, Cortel LNB 50 Tablet helps treat hypertension. Cortel LNB 50 Tablet helps lower the blood pressure, thereby reducing the chances of heart problems such as heart attack and stroke.

• Headache

• Nausea

• Weakness

• Slow heart rate (bradycardia)

• Dizziness

Do not take Cortel LNB 50 Tablet if you are allergic to any of its contents. Inform your doctor before taking Cortel LNB 50 Tablet if you have diabetes, circulation problems, asthma, thyroid disorder, adrenal gland tumour, heart, kidney, or liver problems; if you are on a low-salt diet or if you are taking potassium supplements. Consult your doctor before taking Cortel LNB 50 Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Cortel LNB 50 Tablet is not recommended for children as efficacy and safety have not been established. Cortel LNB 50 Tablet may cause dizziness, so drive with caution. Avoid consuming alcohol as it might cause increased dizziness. Rise slowly from lying/sitting position as Cortel LNB 50 Tablet may cause dizziness (orthostatic hypotension).

Drug-Drug Interactions: Cortel LNB 50 Tablet may have interaction with medicines such as painkiller (aspirin), anti-convulsant (pregabalin, phenytoin), anti-depressant (duloxetine), anti-diabetic (insulin glargine), diuretic (furosemide), hormone (levothyroxine), antibiotics (erythromycin, rifampicin), anti-arrhythmic agent (quinidine), cytokines (aldesleukin).

Drug-Food Interactions: Maintain low-salt and low-fat diet while taking Cortel LNB 50 Tablet . Avoid consuming food rich in potassium, such as potassium-containing salt substitutes or over-the-counter potassium supplements. Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Cortel LNB 50 Tablet may have interactions with conditions such as diabetes, renal dysfunction (kidney disease), pulmonary disease, alcoholism, congestive heart failure (heart disease), hypotension (low blood pressure), and liver disease.

• ASPIRIN
• PREGABALIN
• PHENYTOIN
• DULOXETINE
• INSULIN GLARGINE
• FUROSEMIDE
• LEVOTHYROXINE
• ERYTHROMYCIN
• RIFAMPICIN
• QUINIDINE
• ALDESLEUKIN

• Consume low salt and low-fat diet while taking Cortel LNB 50 Tablet . 

• Regular exercise is also recommended to complement treatment with Cortel LNB 50 Tablet .

• Eat a diet rich in whole grains, vegetables, fruits.

• Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.

• Maintain a healthy weight with proper diet and exercise.

• Managing stress with meditation, yoga, massage would also help in treating high blood pressure.

• Avoid consuming food rich in potassium, such as bananas, broccoli, almonds, avocado, and potassium supplements.

Regular monitoring of blood pressure levels, kidney function and electrolyte levels while taking Cortel LNB 50 Tablet is advised.

High blood pressure (hypertension): It is a condition in which the blood exerts increased pressure on the walls of blood vessels leading to hypertension. This condition can lead to hardened arteries (blood vessels), decreasing the blood and oxygen flow to the heart. Raised blood pressure can cause chest pain (angina) and heart attack (when blood supply to the heart is blocked). Additionally, high blood pressure also causes brain damage (stroke) and kidney failure. Symptoms of high blood pressure include headache, dizziness, nose bleed, changes in vision, chest pain, weakness and dyspnoea (shortness of breath). However, most of the time, the signs and symptoms of hypertension are none.