| What is Plendil?
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Plendil is prescribed for the treatment of high blood pressure. |
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| Are there any side effects associated with Plendil?
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Plendil side effects may include flushing, headache, and swelling of the legs and feet.
If the side effects continue or are bothersome, check with
your doctor. Less common or rare Plendil side effects may include anemia, angina pectoris (chest pain), ankle pain, anxiety disorders, arm pain, arthritis, back pain, blurred vision, breast enlargement, bronchitis, bruising, constipation, cough, diarrhea, dizziness, decreased sex drive, depression, difficulty sleeping, dry mouth, enlarged gums,
excessive nighttime urination, excessive perspiration, facial swelling, fainting,
fatigue, flu, foot pain, frequent urination, gas, muscle pain, heart attack, hip pain, hives, impotence, inflammation of the nose, irregular heartbeat, irritability, itching, joint pain, knee pain, leg pain, low blood pressure, nausea, neck pain,
nervousness, nosebleeds, painful or difficult urination, rapid heartbeat, rash, respiratory infections, ringing in the ears, shortness of breath, shoulder pain, sinus inflammation, sleepiness, sneezing, sore throat, stomach and intestinal pain, tingling
sensation, tremor, urgent urination, vomiting, warm sensation, and weakness. |
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| How is Plendil taken?
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Follow the directions for taking Plendil provided by your doctor. Plendil can be taken with a light meal or without food. The tablets should be swallowed whole, not crushed or chewed. Try not to miss any doses. If Plendil is not taken regularly, your blood pressure may increase.
If you miss a dose take the forgotten dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the one you missed and go back to your regular
schedule. Do not take
two doses at once. |
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| Are there any effects of taking Plendil with other medications?
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Some medicines may interact with Plendil. Inform your doctor of all prescription and over-the-counter medicine that you are taking.
It is especially important to check with your doctor before combining Plendil with
beta-blocking blood pressure medicines, cimetidine, digoxin, epilepsy medications,
erythromycin, itraconazole, ketoconazole, phenobarbital, or theophylline. Taking Plendil with grapefruit juice can more than double the blood level of the drug.
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| How should I store Plendil?
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Store Plendil at room temperature in a tightly closed container, away from heat and light. |
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