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Efonidipine is a calcium channel blocker that treats high blood pressure (hypertension), hypertension caused by kidney disease, and angina (chest pain)

Cardivas (Carvedilol) 25mg tablets are a beta-blocker medication with additional alpha-blocking properties. It is used primarily to manage cardiovascular conditions by lowering heart rate and blood pressure and improving heart function. Here are its key uses:

1. Heart Failure

• Treats chronic heart failure by improving heart efficiency and reducing the workload on the heart.
• Often used as part of combination therapy with other medications like ACE inhibitors and diuretics.

2. Hypertension (High Blood Pressure)

• Helps lower blood pressure by relaxing blood vessels and slowing heart rate.
• Reduces the risk of stroke, heart attack, and kidney problems associated with uncontrolled hypertension.

3. Post-Myocardial Infarction (Post-Heart Attack)

• Improves survival and reduces the risk of further heart damage by limiting stress on the heart.
• Prevents complications in patients with reduced heart function after a heart attack.

4. Angina (Chest Pain)

• Alleviates symptoms of angina by improving oxygen supply to the heart and reducing its workload.

5. Arrhythmias (Irregular Heartbeats)

• Sometimes used to control abnormal heart rhythms, though not a first-line treatment for this purpose.

1000mg Ranolaz OD (Extended-Release) Tablets contain Ranolazine, which is primarily used in the management of chronic angina pectoris (chest pain). It works by improving blood flow to the heart, which helps reduce the frequency and severity of angina attacks.

Here are the main uses of Ranolazine:

1. Chronic Angina Pectoris:

   • Ranolazine is commonly prescribed to treat chronic angina, especially in patients who do not respond adequately to other anti-anginal medications like nitrates, beta-blockers, or calcium channel blockers.

2. Alternative for Patients with Uncontrolled Angina:

   • It is often used as an add-on therapy in combination with other anti-anginal medications when angina remains uncontrolled, helping to reduce symptoms and improve quality of life.

3. Potential Use in Other Conditions:

   • Ranolazine is being researched for its potential benefits in heart failure and arrhythmias, although its primary approved use is for angina.

Ranolazine works by inhibiting certain sodium and calcium channels in heart cells, which helps to reduce the oxygen demand of the heart and improves blood flow, alleviating chest pain.

Key Points to Note:

• Long-acting formulation: The "OD" (Once-Daily) formulation is extended-release, designed for once-daily dosing.
• Side Effects: Can include dizziness, headache, constipation, and nausea. Serious side effects are rare but may include heart rhythm disturbances.
• Precautions: Should be used cautiously in patients with liver or kidney problems, and those on other medications that affect the heart's rhythm.

Always follow your healthcare provider's instructions when taking Ranolazine.

Icosapent ethyl is used in the treatment of high cholesterol. The exact science of how Icosapent ethyl works in your body is not fully understood. But many clinical studies suggest that it works by decreasing the amount of triglycerides and other fats made in the liver.