Caduo Tablet 5/20 Milligrams

Adult dose

This medication is administered to adults only, and the dosage should be individualized based on the efficacy and tolerance of each component, Amlodipine and Atorvastatin, for each patient. Amlodipine (S-Amlodipine): Administer 5 (2.5) mg orally once daily, and it can be increased to a maximum of 10 (5) mg per day depending on the patient's response. Adjust accordingly based on symptoms. Atorvastatin: Can be taken at any time of the day regardless of meals.

This medication should not be used in certain patients. For example, patients who are allergic to this medication or similar medications, patients with severely impaired liver function, women who are pregnant or breastfeeding, patients with muscle disorders, patients with heart valve issues, patients in a state of shock, patients with severe hypotension, patients within 1 month of a myocardial infarction, patients with unstable angina, and patients taking specific antiviral medications should not take this medication. Additionally, patients with severely impaired kidney function, the elderly, those with a history of alcohol addiction or liver disease, patients at risk for muscle damage, patients with acute heart failure, patients with significantly high blood pressure, and those with mild to moderate liver dysfunction should use this medication with caution. This medication is used for the treatment of hypertension and hyperlipidemia, and in most patients, side effects are mild to moderate. Common side effects include flushing, fatigue, swelling, palpitations, dizziness, headache, drowsiness, abdominal pain, and nausea. Rarely, muscle pain, skin rash, liver dysfunction, gastrointestinal issues, and neurological symptoms may occur, so any unusual symptoms must be reported to a physician. This medication is not recommended for women who are pregnant or breastfeeding, and women who may become pregnant must ensure appropriate contraception. Taking this medication during pregnancy can pose risks to the fetus, so it should be discontinued immediately if pregnancy is confirmed. This medication may interact with other medications, so if you are taking any other medications, you must inform your physician or pharmacist. Special caution is required when taken with medications that may affect liver function or put stress on muscles. Elderly patients or those with decreased kidney or liver function require dose adjustments and monitoring of their condition. In case of overdose, blood pressure may drop excessively, necessitating immediate contact with healthcare professionals for appropriate treatment. This medication is not used in children as safety and effectiveness have not been established in that population. Finally, this medication should be kept out of reach of children and not transferred to another container.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), angioedema, severe allergic reaction, severe liver dysfunction, hepatitis, jaundice, cholestatic jaundice, extreme lethargy, serious liver abnormalities, sudden and severe headache, lightning headache, seizure, disorientation, visual disturbance, paralysis, severe neurological symptoms, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attacks, respiratory abnormalities accompanied by cough and fever, dyspnea, severe hypertension.

Mild side effects

• Flushing
• fatigue
• swelling
• palpitations
• dizziness
• headache
• drowsiness
• abdominal pain
• nausea
• weakness

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to protect it from air and moisture. To maintain the medication's effectiveness, it is best stored at room temperature, between 15 to 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

White oval film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle