Cardilox Benefits & Uses

Cardilox is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

High BP (Read More - Home Remedies for High Blood Pressure)

Other Benefits

Heart Failure

Cardilox Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Heart Failure Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 3.12 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Heart Failure Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 3.12 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Cardilox Related Warnings

Is the use of Cardilox safe for pregnant women?

Cardilox can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Cardilox, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Cardilox safe during breastfeeding?

Cardilox is safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Cardilox on the Kidneys?

Using Cardilox does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Cardilox on the Liver?

Cardilox may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Cardilox on the Heart?

Cardilox is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Cardilox with Other Drugs

Cardilox should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate

Cardilox Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cardilox unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Depression
Myasthenia Gravis
Diabetes
Asthma
Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate)
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PVD)
Liver Disease
Glaucoma

Frequently asked Questions about Cardilox

Is this Cardilox habit forming or addictive?

Cardilox is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Cardilox you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Cardilox only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Cardilox is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Cardilox Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Cardilox

Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Cardilox to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Cardilox

Consumption of alcohol and Cardilox together may have severe effects on your health.

Severe

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

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