Plendil, Plendil ER
Felodipine Er
Treats high blood pressure. A lower blood pressure can reduce the risk of stroke and heart attack. This medicine is a calcium channel blocker (CCB).
Antianginal, Cardiovascular Agent, Antihypertensive
Long Acting Tablet
By mouth
Felodipine is a medication used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Felodipine belongs to a class of drugs called calcium channel blockers. This drug works by relaxing the muscles in the blood vessel walls. Felodipine is a generic drug also sold under the brand name Plendil. The patent on felodipine expired in 2007. In the treatment of high blood pressure, felodipine use is common.
Long Acting Tablet
Tablet 2.5mg
Tablet 5mg
Tablet 10mg
Tablet Extended Release 24 Hour 10MG
Felodipine ER
10mg tablet
Felodipine ER
2.5mg tablet
Felodipine ER
5mg tablet
Felodipine ER
10mg tablet extended release 24 hour
Felodipine ER
2.5mg tablet extended release 24 hour
Felodipine ER
5mg tablet extended release 24 hour
Oral routeIt is best to take this medicine on an empty stomach. It may also be taken with a light meal.
Swallow the extended-release tablet whole. Do not crush, break, or chew it.
Take your medicine as directed. Your dose may need to be changed several times to find what works best for you.
Take your medicine as directed. Your dose may need to be changed several times to find what works best for you.
Oral routeIt is best to take this medicine on an empty stomach. It may also be taken with a light meal.
Swallow the extended-release tablet whole. Do not crush, break, or chew it.
Take a dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and take a regular dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.
Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.
Oral routeAsk your pharmacist, doctor, or health caregiver about the best way to dispose of any outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed.
Do not use this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to felodipine.
Unusual tiredness or weakness
Make sure your doctor knows if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have liver disease or heart disease.
This medicine could lower your blood pressure too much and cause you to feel dizzy or lightheaded. Stand or sit up slowly if you are dizzy. Avoid driving, using machines, or doing anything else that could be dangerous until you know how this medicine affects you.
Do not stop using this medicine without asking your doctor, even if you feel well. This medicine will not cure your high blood pressure, but it will help keep it in normal range. You may have to take blood pressure medicine for the rest of your life.
Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments.
Rapid weight gain, swelling in your hands, ankles, or feet
Make sure your doctor knows if you are also using cimetidine (Tagamet®), tacrolimus (Prograf®), medicine to treat an infection (such as erythromycin, itraconazole, ketoconazole, Nizoral®), or medicine to treat seizures (such as carbamazepine, phenobarbital, phenytoin, Dilantin®).
Do not eat grapefruit or drink grapefruit juice while you are using this medicine.
Do not stop using this medicine without asking your doctor, even if you feel well. This medicine will not cure your high blood pressure, but it will help keep it in normal range. You may have to take blood pressure medicine for the rest of your life.
Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments.
Serious Side Effects
Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
Chest pain (may be related to your disease and not a side effect)
Lightheadedness, dizziness, or fainting
Rapid weight gain, swelling in your hands, ankles, or feet
Fast, pounding, or uneven heartbeat
Unusual tiredness or weakness
Less Serious Side Effects
Swelling of the gums
Headache
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