SALT INFORMATION
Cilnidipine 10 MG + Telmisartan 40 MG

CILNIDIPINE 10 MG
Use
It is used to manage hypertension. Due to its blocking action at N-type and L type calcium channel, cilnidipine dilates both arterioles and venules, reducing the pressure in the capillary bed. Cilnidipine prevents intracellular calcium influx and results in vasodilatation.
Common Side Effect
Peripheral edema, eye pain, headache, dizziness, flushing.
Precaution
Cilnidipine is contraindicated in patients with severe aortic stenosis, cardiogenic shock, It can interact with aldesleukin, quinidine, phenytoin, rifampicin, erythromycin, other anti-hypertensive drugs and anti-psychotic drugs.
Class of Drug - Dihydropyridine Class of Calcium Channel Blocker (Novel Calcium Antagonist)
Route of Administration - Oral
Bioavailability - 64 to 90%
Biological Half Life - 2.5 Hours
Excretion - Kidney

TELMISARTAN 40 MG
Use
Used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. It works by relaxing blood vessels so blood can flow more easily.
Common Side Effect
Edema (swelling of arms, legs) sinus pain, congestion, headache, dizziness, nausea and allergic reactions.
Precaution
Contraindicated with medicines like Aliskiren, Digoxin, Lithium, Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents including Selective Cyclooxygenase-2 Inhibitors (COX-2 Inhibitors).care should be taken in diabetic patients. Avoid alcohol consumption.
Class of Drug - Angiotensin Receptor Blockers (ARB)
Route of Administration - Oral
Bioavailability - 50% (42–100%)
Biological Half Life - 24 Hours
Excretion - Bile 97%