In addition to using Cardene, your high blood pressure treatment may also include changes in the types of foods you eat (especially those high in sodium), and weight control. Your doctor will discuss your diet with you and tell you which of these are most important for you. Talk with your doctor before you change your diet.
Many patients with high blood pressure won’t notice any signs of this condition. In fact, many may feel perfectly normal. It is important for you to take your medication exactly as directed, and that you keep your regular appointments with your doctor even when you’re feeling well.
Remember that Cardene won’t cure your high blood pressure, though it helps control it. You must continue to take Cardene as directed if you expect your blood pressure to lower and stay in the right zone. You might have to take high blood pressure medication for the rest of your life. If high blood pressure remains untreated it can cause serious issues like blood vessel disease, stroke, kidney disease, or heart failure.
Dosing
Different patients will be prescribed different dosages of Cardene. Follow your doctor’s instructions on your prescription label. The following information is the average doses of Cardene and it might be different from what your doctor is giving you. Always follow your doctor’s advice.
The amount of medication and how many times per day your take it depends on the strength of the medication. If you’re using it for Angina, usually the doctor will prescribe 20 mg 3 times a day. You may have your dose increased after you’ve been on it for a bit.
If you take Cardene for High Blood Pressure you may be prescribed either regular or extended release capsules. For the regular capsules, your doctor will initially prescribe 20 mg taken 3 times daily. Your dose may be increased. For the extended release capsules, you’ll start off with 30 mg twice per day. Your dose will be increased if it’s necessary.