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Written By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD

Cilaheart-T 10/40 Tablet is used for the treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure) and heart-related chest pain (angina). It contains Cilnidipine and Telmisartan, which widen the blood vessels and increase supply to the heart, lowering the elevated blood pressure and the workload on the heart. Also, it works by blocking the action of certain substances responsible for tightening the blood vessels. It allows the blood to flow more smoothly and makes the heart more efficient at pumping blood. Thus, it reduces the chance of having a heart attack or stroke in the future. It may cause common side effects such as a sore back, diarrhoea, a congested feeling, a spinning sensation, and soreness in the sinus. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and pre-existing medical conditions.

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About Cilaheart-T 10/40 Tablet

Cilaheart-T 10/40 Tablet is used in the treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure) and heart-related chest pain (angina). Hypertension is a lifelong or chronic condition in which the force exerted by the blood against the artery walls becomes so high that it leads to heart disease. Angina is chest pain caused by reduced blood flow to the heart. 

Cilaheart-T 10/40 Tablet is composed of Cilnidipine and Telmisartan. This medicine, together, helps lower elevated blood pressure and the workload placed on the heart. It also blocks the action of certain substances responsible for tightening the blood vessels. Thus, it reduces the chance of having a heart attack or stroke in the future.

Not everyone who is taking Cilaheart-T 10/40 Tablet will get these side effects. Sometimes, Cilaheart-T 10/40 Tablet may cause common side effects like a sore back, diarrhoea, a congested feeling, a spinning sensation, and soreness in the sinus. Most of these side effects of Cilaheart-T 10/40 Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve on their own over time. However, if the side effects persist, contact your doctor.

You can take Cilaheart-T 10/40 Tablet with food or without food. It should be swallowed as a whole with a glass of water. Do not chew, bite, crush, or break it. Your doctor will advise you on how often you should take your tablets based on your medical condition. It is always important to complete your treatment course for better results.

Inform your doctor if you are allergic to Cilaheart-T 10/40 Tablet . Patients suffering from kidney problems may be required to undergo regular blood creatinine and potassium levels tests, as Cilaheart-T 10/40 Tablet affects electrolyte levels in our body, which can be monitored. Don't stop taking Cilaheart-T 10/40 Tablet without your doctor's advice. Suddenly stopping the use of Cilaheart-T 10/40 Tablet may cause changes in your heart rhythm and blood pressure, cause chest pain, or a heart attack. Your doctor will gradually lower your dose to help prevent these symptoms. Drinking plenty of fluids while taking this medicine is advised to overcome dry mouth and extreme thirst. 

Uses of Cilaheart-T 10/40 Tablet

Cilaheart-T 10/40 Tablet used to treat Hypertension (high blood pressure). The detailed uses of Cilaheart-T 10/40 Tablet are as follows:
• Hypertension Management: Cilaheart-T 10/40 Tablet is used to manage hypertension (high blood pressure), by reducing the risk of heart-related issues and complications.
• Cardiovascular Protection: Cilaheart-T 10/40 Tablet provides cardiovascular protection by lowering blood pressure, reducing the risk of heart attacks and strokes.
• Diabetic Patient Care: Cilaheart-T 10/40 Tablet can also provide diabetic care, by protecting kidney function and controlling blood pressure levels effectively.
• Improving Blood Circulation: Cilaheart-T 10/40 Tablet improves blood circulation, by benefiting various organ functions and overall health.
• Reduced Sympathetic Activity: Cilaheart-T 10/40 Tablet reduces sympathetic activity, making it suitable for patients with tachycardia (rapid heart rate) by preventing excessive nervous system activation.
• Kidney Protection: Cilaheart-T 10/40 Tablet helps to protect kidney function, particularly in patients with hypertension and diabetes.

Directions for Use

• Cilaheart-T 10/40 Tablet can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor. • It is usually taken once daily at the same time each day or as prescribed by your doctor. • Swallow Cilaheart-T 10/40 Tablet as a whole with a glass of water. • Do not crush, chew, or break it.

Medicinal Benefits

  • Cilaheart-T 10/40 Tablet is composed of Cilnidipine and Telmisartan, prescribed to treat hypertension.
  • Cilnidipine blocks the activities of the calcium channels present in the heart's blood vessels. As a result, the blood vessels widen, and supply to the heart increases, lowering the blood pressure and the workload on the heart.
  • Telmisartan works by blocking the action of certain substances responsible for tightening the blood vessels. It allows the blood to flow more smoothly and makes the heart more efficient at pumping blood.
  • This medicine helps reduce the chance of having a heart attack or stroke in the future.

How Cilaheart-T 10/40 Tablet Works

Cilaheart-T 10/40 Tablet is composed of Cilnidipine and Telmisartan, prescribed to treat hypertension. Cilnidipine blocks the activities of the calcium channels present in the blood vessels of the heart. As a result, the blood vessels widen, and supply to the heart increases, lowering the elevated blood pressure and the workload placed on the heart. Telmisartan works by blocking the action of certain substances that are responsible for tightening the blood vessels. It allows the blood to flow more smoothly and makes the heart more efficient at pumping blood throughout the body. Thus, it reduces the chance of having any heart attack or stroke in the future.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

What if I have taken an overdose of Cilaheart-T 10/40 Tablet

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Cilaheart-T 10/40 Tablet as it may cause overdose. If you suspect you have taken overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.

Drug Warnings

Inform your doctor if you are allergic to Cilaheart-T 10/40 Tablet . This medicine should be taken with caution in patients with congestive heart failure, liver disease, peripheral oedema (swelling of hands/legs), cardiogenic shock (when heart suddenly can not pump sufficient blood), recent MI (myocardial infarction) or acute unstable angina (chest pain), severe aortic stenosis (when heart valves become diseased). You should monitor your blood pressure regularly to make sure the Cilaheart-T 10/40 Tablet is working efficiently.

Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult a physician before taking Cilaheart-T 10/40 Tablet . Prolonged intake of Cilaheart-T 10/40 Tablet can lead to a lowering of blood pressure (hypotension). So, daily monitoring of blood pressure is advisable. This medicine is not recommended for use in children as the safety and efficacy is not established. Don't stop taking Cilaheart-T 10/40 Tablet without your doctor's advice. Suddenly stopping the use of Cilaheart-T 10/40 Tablet may cause changes in your heart rhythm and blood pressure, cause chest pain, or a heart attack. Your doctor will gradually lower your dose to help prevent these symptoms.

Store Cilaheart-T 10/40 Tablet at room temperature. You are advised not to chew, crush or break the medicine. Keep the medicine out of reach of children. Please do not take more than the recommended dose of medicine, as it can cause undesirable effects. It is always important to check for the expiry of the medicine. Discard the medicine if it reaches the expiry date. If you experience any chest pain, call your doctor immediately.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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How does the drug interact with Cilaheart-T 10 mg/40 mg Tablet:
Using aliskiren together with olmesartan may increase the risk of serious side effects (kidney problems, low blood pressure, and high potassium levels in the blood).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Cilaheart-T 10 mg/40 mg Tablet with Aliskiren is not recommended as it can cause an interaction, they can be taken if advised by a doctor. You should seek medical attention if you experience nausea, vomiting, weakness, confusion, tingling of the hands and feet, feelings of heaviness in the legs, a weak pulse, or a slow or irregular heartbeat.It is crucial that you continue to consume enough fluids while taking these medications. Do not stop using any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Cilaheart-T 10 mg/40 mg Tablet:
Coadministration of Cilaheart-T 10 mg/40 mg Tablet with perindopril may cause low blood pressure, kidney problems, and may increase potassium levels in the blood.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Cilaheart-T 10 mg/40 mg Tablet together with perindopril may lead to an interaction but can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. However, consult the doctor if you experience nausea, vomiting, weakness, disorientation, tingling in your hands and feet, feelings of heaviness in your legs, a weak pulse, or a slow or irregular heartbeat. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Cilaheart-T 10 mg/40 mg Tablet:
Cilaheart-T 10 mg/40 mg Tablet when combined with benazepril may cause low blood pressure, kidney problems, and may increase potassium levels in the blood.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Cilaheart-T 10 mg/40 mg Tablet with benazepril may lead to an interaction but can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. However, consult the doctor if you experience nausea, vomiting, weakness, disorientation, tingling in your hands and feet, feelings of heaviness in your legs, a weak pulse, or a slow or irregular heartbeat. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
Olmesartan medoxomilPotassium iodide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Cilaheart-T 10 mg/40 mg Tablet:
Coadministration of Cilaheart-T 10 mg/40 mg Tablet with potassium iodide may increase potassium levels in the blood. (High potassium levels can cause hyperkalemia, which can lead to kidney failure, muscular paralysis, abnormal heart rhythm, and cardiac arrest in extreme cases).

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Cilaheart-T 10 mg/40 mg Tablet together with potassium iodide may lead to an interaction but can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. However, consult the doctor if you experience nausea, vomiting, weakness, disorientation, tingling in your hands and feet, feelings of heaviness in your legs, a weak pulse, or a slow or irregular heartbeat. It is important to maintain proper fluid intake while taking these medications. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Cilaheart-T 10 mg/40 mg Tablet:
Taking Cilaheart-T 10 mg/40 mg Tablet with trimethoprim may increase potassium levels in the blood.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Cilaheart-T 10 mg/40 mg Tablet with trimethoprim may lead to an interaction but can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. However, consult the doctor if you experience nausea, vomiting, weakness, disorientation, tingling in your hands and feet, feelings of heaviness in your legs, a weak pulse, or a slow or irregular heartbeat. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
Olmesartan medoxomilPotassium citrate
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How does the drug interact with Cilaheart-T 10 mg/40 mg Tablet:
Coadministration of Cilaheart-T 10 mg/40 mg Tablet may increase potassium levels in the blood, which can lead to kidney failure, muscular paralysis, and abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Cilaheart-T 10 mg/40 mg Tablet together with potassium citrate may result in an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by your doctor. However, consult the doctor if you experience nausea, vomiting, weakness, disorientation, tingling in your hands and feet, feelings of heaviness in your legs, a weak pulse, or a slow or irregular heartbeat. It is essential to maintain proper fluid intake while taking these medications. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Cilaheart-T 10 mg/40 mg Tablet:
Taking ramipril together with olmesartan may increase the risk of side effects (blood pressure, kidney function impairment, and a condition called Hyperkalemia - high blood potassium).

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Cilaheart-T 10 mg/40 mg Tablet with ramipril may lead to an interaction but can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. However, consult the doctor if you experience nausea, vomiting, weakness, disorientation, tingling in your hands and feet, feelings of heaviness in your legs, a weak pulse, or a slow or irregular heartbeat. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Cilaheart-T 10 mg/40 mg Tablet:
Coadministration of Cilaheart-T 10 mg/40 mg Tablet with enalapril can elevate the risk of adverse effects such as low blood pressure, kidney impairment, and hyperkalemia (high blood potassium). Hyperkalemia can cause kidney failure, strong paralysis, abnormal heart rhythm, and cardiac arrest in extreme instances. If you are elderly, dehydrated, or have renal disease, diabetes, or severe heart failure, you are more prone to develop hyperkalemia while taking these medications.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Cilaheart-T 10 mg/40 mg Tablet together with enalapril may result in an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by your doctor. However, contact your doctor immediately if you experience signs and symptoms of hyperkalemia, such as nausea, vomiting, confusion, numbness, tingling in hands and feet, and irregular heartbeat. It is advised to limit the intake of potassium-rich foods like tomatoes, bananas, mangoes, beans, and potassium-containing supplements. Do not discontinue any medication without consulting your doctor.
How does the drug interact with Cilaheart-T 10 mg/40 mg Tablet:
Taking lithium with Cilaheart-T 10 mg/40 mg Tablet may significantly increase the blood levels of lithium .

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Cilaheart-T 10 mg/40 mg Tablet alongside lithium can lead to interaction, they can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you develop sleepiness, dizziness, confusion, loose stools, vomiting, muscular weakness, muscle incoordination, a shaking sensation, blurred vision, ringing in the ears, excessive thirst, and/or increased urination, consult a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Cilaheart-T 10 mg/40 mg Tablet:
Using Cilaheart-T 10 mg/40 mg Tablet with Potassium chloride may increase Potassium levels in the blood.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Cilaheart-T 10 mg/40 mg Tablet together with Potassium chloride may lead to an interaction but can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. However, consult the doctor if you experience nausea, vomiting, weakness, disorientation, tingling in your hands and feet, feelings of heaviness in your legs, a weak pulse, or a slow or irregular heartbeat. It is important to maintain proper fluid intake while taking these medications. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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CILNIDIPINE-10MG+TELMISARTAN-40MGPotassium rich foods
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CILNIDIPINE-10MG+TELMISARTAN-40MGPotassium rich foods
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Common Foods to Avoid:
Lentils, Orange Juice, Oranges, Raisins, Potatoes, Salmon Dried, Spinach, Tomatoes, Sweet Potatoes, Coconut Water, Beans, Beetroot, Broccoli, Bananas, Apricots, Avocado, Yogurt

How to manage the interaction:
Coadministration of potassium-containing salt substitutes with Olmesartan medoxomil and Cilnidipine may cause high levels of potassium in blood. Avoid potassium-containing salt substitutes while being treated with Olmesartan medoxomil and Cilnidipine.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Keep your weight under control with a BMI of 19.5-24.9.
  • Do regular physical activity or exercise for at least 150 minutes per week, or about 30 minutes most days of the week. Doing this can help you to lower your raised blood pressure by about 5 mm of Hg.
  • Opt for a diet rich in whole grains, fruits, veggies and low-fat dairy products. 
  • Limit intake of sodium chloride (table salt) intake in your daily diet to 2300 mg per day or less than 1500 mg is ideal for most adults.
  • If you are taking alcohol, then only one serving for women and two serving for men is advisable. 
  • Quitting smoking is the best strategy to lower the risk of heart disease. 
  • Avoid chronic stress, as it can raise your blood pressure. Try to enjoy and spend time with your loved ones to cope with stress and practice mindfulness techniques. 
  • Monitor your blood pressure daily, and if there is too much fluctuation, immediately contact your doctor. 
  • Try to include heart-healthy omega 3 fatty acid-containing food drinks in your daily diet. You can also use low-fat cooking oil like olive oil, soybean oil, canola oil, and coconut oil to help lower your elevated blood pressure.

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Therapeutic Class

ANTI- HYPERTENSIVES
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Alcohol

Unsafe

Cilaheart-T 10/40 Tablet can lower your blood pressure causing dizziness and drowsiness. It can also cause orthostatic hypotension (sudden fall in blood pressure while standing). So try to avoid intake of Cilaheart-T 10/40 Tablet with alcoholic beverages.

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Pregnancy

Consult your doctor

There is no clinical data on the safety of Cilaheart-T 10/40 Tablet during pregnancy. So, it should be taken with caution.

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Breast Feeding

Consult your doctor

Nursing mother should consult doctor before taking Cilaheart-T 10/40 Tablet .

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Driving

Unsafe

Cilaheart-T 10/40 Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive. Taking Cilaheart-T 10/40 Tablet may lower your blood pressure

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Liver

Caution

There is limited information available on the use of Cilaheart-T 10/40 Tablet in patients with liver disease. So Cilaheart-T 10/40 Tablet should be taken with caution and with consultation with the doctor only.

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Kidney

Safe if prescribed

Cilaheart-T 10/40 Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. It has shown beneficial and protective effects on the kidney.

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Children

Consult your doctor

The safety and effectiveness of Cilaheart-T 10/40 Tablet has not been established in children due to limited testing of this drug on children by competent authorities across the world. Hence, it is best to consult a child specialist.

Have a query?

FAQs

Cilaheart-T 10/40 Tablet is used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure). It works by widening the blood vessels, allowing the blood to flow more smoothly and making the heart more efficient at pumping blood throughout the body.

It is advised to continue your medicine even after your blood pressure is under control or becomes normal, as blood pressure can shoot up at any time. If you have persistent headaches, please consult your doctor immediately.

High blood pressure in the stage of pregnancy may cause eclampsia, which can be harmful to both baby and mother. So, during the pregnancy, you should have regular blood pressure monitoring.

No, it is a prescribed drug, given by a physician to prevent specific medical conditions. Taking it on your own can cause unwanted side effects.

Yes, Cilaheart-T 10/40 Tablet can cause dizziness. It is advised to avoid driving or operating any heavy machinery while taking Cilaheart-T 10/40 Tablet . In case you feel dizzy or lightheaded, it is advised to rest for some time until you feel better.

Avoid alcohol consumption as it might lower the blood pressure leading to side effects. Do not stand up suddenly from a lying position as it may cause dizziness.

Cilaheart-T 10/40 Tablet should be swallowed as a whole with water; do not crush or chew it.

Cilaheart-T 10/40 Tablet contains Cilnidipine (calcium channel blocker) and Telmisartan (angiotensin receptor blocker).

Cilaheart-T 10/40 Tablet is not a blood thinner. It is an anti-hypertensive medicine used to treat high blood pressure.

Maintain a healthy weight by exercising regularly and including healthy food in your diet. Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption. Manage stress by doing meditation or yoga. Cut down on salt and unhealthy foods.

High potassium levels can be determined by the doctor through certain tests. Signs of high potassium include nausea, vomiting, chest pain, difficulty breathing, and irregular heartbeat.

Cilaheart-T 10/40 Tablet contains telmisartan which might cause foetal harm if used during pregnancy. Therefore, it may not be safe to use Cilaheart-T 10/40 Tablet during pregnancy, especially during the second and third trimesters of pregnancy.

If you miss a dose of Cilaheart-T 10/40 Tablet take it as soon as you remember, However, if it is almost time for the scheduled dose, skip the missed dose and take the next dose at the scheduled time.

Store Cilaheart-T 10/40 Tablet at room temperature. Keep it out of sight and reach of children.

Side effects of Cilaheart-T 10/40 Tablet include sore back, diarrhoea, congested feeling, spinning sensation, and soreness in the sinus. Most of these side effects may not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

Other medicines should be used with Cilaheart-T 10/40 Tablet only if advised by the doctor. Before taking other medicines, consult the doctor to prevent any interactions.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

208, Okhla Industrial Estate, Phase 3, New Delhi - 110020.
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