Canta Tablets 5mg

Product Description

Product Name: Canta Tablets 5mg 

Product Form: Tablets

Pack Size: 20's

Manufactured By: Shaheen Pharmaceuticals

Used For:

• Hypertension (High Blood Pressure): Canta 5mg Tablets contain Amlodipine, a calcium channel blocker that helps relax blood vessels, allowing blood to flow more easily and reducing blood pressure. It helps lower the risk of heart attacks, strokes, and kidney damage.
• Angina (Chest Pain): Amlodipine is also used to prevent certain types of angina, which is chest pain caused by reduced blood flow to the heart. It improves the supply of blood and oxygen to the heart.

Side Effects:

• Common Side Effects:

  • Dizziness or lightheadedness
  • Swelling of the ankles or feet
  • Fatigue
  • Flushing
  • Nausea

• Serious Side Effects (Seek immediate medical attention):

  • Fainting
  • Irregular heartbeat
  • Severe allergic reactions (rash, itching, swelling)
  • Chest pain worsening (rare but possible in some patients during the initial treatment phase)

Precautions:

• Liver Issues: Use with caution if you have liver disease, as Amlodipine can affect liver function.
• Heart Conditions: Patients with severe heart failure or other heart conditions should inform their doctor before starting Amlodipine, as it may affect heart function.
• Pregnancy and Breastfeeding: Consult with your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding, as Amlodipine should only be used if clearly needed.
• Dizziness: Amlodipine can cause dizziness, especially when starting treatment or increasing the dose. Take precautions when driving or operating machinery until you know how the medication affects you.