Caduet and/or Equivalents

Drug	Related Drug Names
Caduet 5mg/10mg and/or Equivalents	Amlodipine/Atorvastatin, Apo-Amlodipine/Atorvastatin, Caduet
Caduet 5mg/20mg and/or Equivalents	Amlodipine/Atorvastatin, Apo-Amlodipine/Atorvastatin, Caduet
Caduet 5mg/40mg and/or Equivalents	Amlodipine/Atorvastatin, Apo-Amlodipine/Atorvastatin, Caduet
Caduet 5mg/80mg and/or Equivalents	Amlodipine/Atorvastatin, Apo-Amlodipine/Atorvastatin, Caduet
Caduet 10mg/10mg and/or Equivalents	Amlodipine/Atorvastatin, Apo-Amlodipine/Atorvastatin, Caduet
Caduet 10mg/20mg and/or Equivalents	Amlodipine/Atorvastatin, Apo-Amlodipine/Atorvastatin, Caduet
Caduet 10mg/40mg and/or Equivalents	Amlodipine/Atorvastatin, Apo-Amlodipine/Atorvastatin, Caduet
Caduet 10mg/80mg and/or Equivalents	Amlodipine/Atorvastatin, Apo-Amlodipine/Atorvastatin, Caduet

Caduet (amlodipine/atorvastatin)

Caduet Description

Caduet is a medicinal drug containing a combination of amlodipine and atorvastatin. Amlodipine is a calcium channel blocker whose function is to relax the blood vessels and improve the flow of blood thereby facilitating the pumping of blood by the heart. Atorvastatin belongs to the group of drugs known as HMG CoA reductase inhibitors or statins. Its function is to reduce the level of bad cholesterol known as low-density lipoprotein or LDL and triglycerides present in the blood, while at the same time increasing the level of good cholesterol or high-density lipoprotein (HDL). Caduet, which contains both amlodipine and atorvastatin, is used in the treatment of high blood pressure or hypertension and high levels of cholesterol in the body.

Conditions Treated by Caduet

As already mentioned, Caduet is used primarily for the treatment of hypertension or high blood pressure as well as high levels of cholesterol in the blood. Caduet works through the presence of amlodipine and atorvastatin, the former being a calcium channel blocker that regulates blood flow, while the latter is a statin that regulates blood cholesterol levels. Caduet also finds use in treating angina or chest pain and also lowers the risk of heart attacks, strokes, coronary heart disease and other complications of the heart in patients of type 2 diabetes. Caduet may also be employed in treating a number of other medical conditions that are not mentioned here.

Caduet Dosage Information

a.) Typical Dosage Recommendations

It is extremely important that you take Caduet exactly as your doctor prescribes. Be very careful not to take bigger or smaller amounts or administer the drug for a longer time than recommended and follow the directions given on the prescription label.Caduet is generally taken once every day. The drug can be administered with or without food. Ensure that you take the medication at the exact same time every day. Your doctor may also change your dosage from time to time in order to make sure that you are receiving the maximum possible benefit from using the drug. Also make sure that you do not break a Caduet pill but swallow the tablet whole. Contact your doctor if you experience trouble while swallowing.

To be certain that Caduet is indeed helping your medical condition and not causing any harmful or serious side effects, your blood will need to be checked and tested time and again. Consult your doctor in this matter. Your doctor may also have to test your liver functions. Take care in maintaining the regularity of such tests and check ups.

b.) Missing a dose

If you end up missing a dose, take the missed dose the moment you remember to do so. If however you remember when it is time for your next dose, then skip the missed dose. Do not however take any extra medication to make up for this missed dose.

c.) Overdosing

If you overdose on Caduet, seek medical attention right away.

Caduet Warnings

Caduet can prove to be harmful if you happen to be suffering from certain conditions. It is important that you avoid taking Caduet if you suffer from severe liver disease. You should also consult a doctor or a pharmacist for dose adjustments or special tests to make sure it is safe for you to take the drug if you happen to be suffering from the following medical conditions:

• A personal or family history of suffering from kidney disease
• A personal or family history of suffering from liver disease
• Heart disease
• Disorder of the thyroid gland
• Diabetes
• Alcoholism that consist of you consuming more than 2 alcoholic drinks every day

In certain rare occurrences, Caduet can bring about a condition that causes the skeletal muscle tissue to breakdown, consequently resulting in failure of the kidneys. Older patients are most likely to suffer from this condition. Other patients who suffer from kidney disease or an underactive thyroid (badly controlled hypothyroidism) are also prone to this medical condition.

While on Caduet, you should avoid eating those foods which have a high cholesterol or fat content. Caduet will cease to be effective if you do not follow a healthy diet while being on the medicine. Also, limit your consumption of alcohol while taking Caduet as it may increase your chances of liver damage as well as increase the level of triglycerides in your body. Alcohol also has the potential of lowering blood pressure and aggravating certain side effects of using Caduet.

Avoid using Caduet if you happen to be pregnant as the drug could cause harm to the unborn baby. Hence, thoroughly consult your doctor regarding the administration of the drug whilst being pregnant and seek out less harmful alternatives.

Caduet Side Effects

As with most other drugs, Caduet has a number of side effects. If you exhibit allergic reactions to Caduet such as:

• hives
• swelling of tongue
• swelling of lips
• inflammation of throat
• swelling of face
• appearance of rashes
• excessive itching
• difficulty in breathing

you should seek emergency medical help right away and consult your doctor immediately. The more serious side effects of using Caduet include:

• Unusual pain in the muscles
• Weakness
• Tenderness
• Uncharacteristic exhaustion and fatigue
• Fever
• Dark colored urine
• Fainting
• Gain in body weight
• Irregular urinating patterns
• Swelling
• Irregular heart rhythms
• Pounding or rapid heart beats
• Pain in the chest
• Nausea
• Pain in the arms and shoulder
• Pain in the upper regions of the stomach
• Loss of appetite
• Dark colored urine
• Itching sensation
• Clay colored stools
• Extreme drowsiness

Less harmful side effects of using Caduet are:

• Mild pain in the muscles
• Head ache
• Mild nausea
• Diarrhea
• Pain in the stomach
• Indigestion
• Dizziness
• Pain in the joints
• Flushing

The above is not however an exhaustive list and other side effects may arise upon using Caduet.

Possible Drug Interactions with Caduet

Caduet can prove to be harmful if used in tandem with certain other drugs. Make sure to inform your doctor about the following drugs if you are to take Caduet:

• Tagamet (cimetidine)
• Rifadin (rifampin)
• Coumadin (warfarin)
• Aldactone (spironolactone)
• Sustiva (Efavirenz)
• Lescol (fluvastatin)
• Pravachol (pravastatin)
• Zocor (simvastatin)
• Crestor (rosuvastatin)
• Mevacor (lovastatin)
• Nitro-Dur (Nitroglycerin)
• Pills for birth control
• Cadizem (diltiazem)
• Lanoxin(Digoxin)

The above however is not an exclusive list and there are other drugs including minerals, vitamins and herbal products, which should not be used simultaneously and concurrently with Caduet. Hence, it is extremely important that you inform your doctor about any and all medications that you happen to be using at the time of taking Caduet.

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Notice: The above information is an educational aid only. It is not intended as medical advice for individual conditions or treatments. Talk to your doctor, nurse or pharmacist before following any medical regimen to see if it is safe and effective for you.

Caduet and/or Equivalents warnings, side-effects and general information