Introduction

Uses of Duocard 5

Hypertension (high blood pressure)

Side effects of Duocard 5

Fatigue
Ankle swelling
Sleepiness
Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk)
Headache
Nausea
Dizziness
Palpitations
Edema (swelling)
Abdominal pain

How to use Duocard 5

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. Duocard 5 may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Duocard 5 works

Duocard 5 is a calcium channel blocker. It lowers blood pressure by relaxing blood vessels, which makes the heart more efficient at pumping blood throughout the body.

What if you forget to take Duocard 5?

If you miss a dose of Duocard 5, 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.

Quick Tips

Take it at the same time every day to help you remember to take it.
A sudden drop in your blood pressure may occur, especially when you first start taking Duocard 5. To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
It can cause ankle or foot swelling. To reduce the swelling, raise your legs while you are sitting down. Talk to your doctor if it does not go away.
It may cause dizziness. Do not drive or perform any activity that requires mental focus until you know how Duocard 5 affects you.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Safety Advice

CAUTION – Alcohol: Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Duocard 5. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Pregnancy: Information regarding the use of Duocard 5 during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Breastfeeding: Information regarding the use of Duocard 5 during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
UNSAFE – Driving: Duocard 5 may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Kidney: Duocard 5 is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Duocard 5 may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Liver: There is limited information available on the use of Duocard 5 in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.