Cardimol CP 0.5 mg/20 mg Tablet

Cardimol CP 0.5 mg/20 mg Tablet is a prescription medicine used to treat anxiety disorder. It calms the brain by decreasing the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells. It blocks the action of certain chemical messengers on the heart and blood vessels. This reduces heart rate and blood pressure. Cardimol CP 0.5 mg/20 mg Tablet should be taken on an empty stomach. However, it is advised to take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body. Take this medicine in the dose and duration advised by your doctor as it has high habit-forming potential. If you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as you remember. Finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. It is important not to stop taking this medicine suddenly as it may cause withdrawal symptoms. Avoid consuming alcohol while taking this medicine as this may reduce its effectiveness. Some common side effects of this medicine include confusion, memory impairment, slow heart rate, tiredness, and nightmare. It may also cause dizziness and sleepiness. So, do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. It is important to inform your doctor if you develop any unusual changes in mood or depression as this medicine may cause suicidal thoughts. Take caution while taking medicine if you are suffering from liver disease. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding.

• Treatment of Anxiety disorder

Cardimol CP 0.5 mg/20 mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Clonazepam and Propranolol.\tClonazepam is a benzodiazepine. It works by increasing the action of GABA, a chemical messenger which suppresses the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells in brain. Propranolol is a beta blocker which blocks the action of certain chemical messengers on the heart and blood vessels. This reduces heart rate, blood pressure, and strain on the heart.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Cardimol CP 0.5 mg/20 mg Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.

• Confusion
• Memory impairment
• Drowsiness
• Slow heart rate
• Tiredness
• Uncoordinated body movements
• Nightmares
• Cold extremities

AlcoholUNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Cardimol CP 0.5 mg/20 mg Tablet.

PregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Cardimol CP 0.5 mg/20 mg Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feedingSAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Cardimol CP 0.5 mg/20 mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

DrivingUNSAFE

Cardimol CP 0.5 mg/20 mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.

KidneySAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Cardimol CP 0.5 mg/20 mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Cardimol CP 0.5 mg/20 mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor. Use of Cardimol CP 0.5 mg/20 mg Tablet can cause excessive sleepiness in patients with end stage kidney disease.

LiverCAUTION

Cardimol CP 0.5 mg/20 mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Cardimol CP 0.5 mg/20 mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Regular monitoring of blood pressure is advisable for dose adjustment.

If you miss a dose of Cardimol CP 0.5 mg/20 mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Habit Forming

Yes

Therapeutic Class

Neuro cns