Cetanil, Cilnidipine

Cetanil is used in the treatment of hypertension.

Cetanil is known as a calcium channel blocker.Cetanil is given to patients who have a higher risk of vascular damage caused by hypertension. Cetanil blocks the action of calcium on the heart and blood vessels. This then lowers the blood pressure, abnormally fast heartbeat and reduces strain on the heart following a heart attack.

Patients who take Cetanil may suffer from such side effects;

Nausea,
Headaches,
Trouble breathing,
Swelling,
Low blood pressure,
Edema,
Fatigue,
Ankle swelling,
Sleepiness