Metoprolol
Uses
Metoprolol is used for hypertension, angina, arrhythmias, heart attack, heart failure and migraine.
How it Works
Metoprolol is known as a beta-blocker or beta-adrenergic blocking agent, beta-blocking agent. Metoprolol works by blocking the action of certain chemical messengers on the heart and blood vessels,Metoprolol slows down the activity of your heart by stopping messages sent by some nerves to your heart. This effect reduces heartbeat, blood pressure, and strain on the heart following a heart attack.
Common Side effects
Patients who take Metoprolol may suffer from such side effects;
Nausea,
Headache,
Fatigue,
Dizziness,
Irregular heartbeat,
Palpitations,
Abdominal pain,
Constipation,
Diarrhoea,
Breathlessness,
Slow heart rate
Cilnidipine
Uses
Cilnidipine is used in the treatment of hypertension.
How it Works
Cilnidipine is known as a calcium channel blocker.Cilnidipine is given to patients who have a higher risk of vascular damage caused by hypertension. Cilnidipine 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.
Common Side effects
Patients who take Cilnidipine may suffer from such side effects;
Nausea,
Headaches,
Trouble breathing,
Swelling,
Low blood pressure,
Edema,
Fatigue,
Ankle swelling,
Sleepiness