cilory 5 tablet - Cilnidipine (5mg) medicine

cilory 5 tablet - Uses, Price, Side Effects & Substitutes

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๐Ÿญ Med Manor Organics Pvt Ltd ๐Ÿ“ฆ Varies by brand ๐Ÿ’Š Allopathy ๐Ÿ“… Updated: Jun 27, 2026
๐Ÿ“‹ Prescription Required ๐Ÿ’Š Generic Available
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Dr. SaathiMed Expert Panel | Jun 27, 2026

What is cilory 5 tablet used for?

Bloc C 10mg Tablet (Cilnidipine) is used to treat CARDIAC. It contains Cilnidipine (5mg), which Selectively blocks L-type and N-type calcium channels, inhibiting calcium influx. Always consult your doctor before use. Take as prescribed.

  • Generic Name: Cilnidipine
  • Manufacturer: Med Manor Organics Pvt Ltd
  • Form: Allopathy
  • Pregnancy Category: A
  • Prescription Required: Yes
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๐Ÿ’Š cilory 5 tablet Uses & Benefits

Hypertension

Off-label uses: Angina pectoris, Raynaud's phenomenon

๐Ÿ“‹ Drug Information

Generic Name(s)Cilnidipine
Brand NameBloc C 10mg Tablet
ManufacturerMed Manor Organics Pvt Ltd
Packaging / FormVaries by brand (Allopathy)
Therapeutic ClassCARDIAC
Action ClassCalcium channel blockers- Dihydropyridines (DHP)
Route of AdministrationOral
StorageStore at room temperature (20-25ยฐC), protect from light and moisture.
Shelf LifeAs per manufacturer

๐Ÿ”ฌ Pharmacology (PK/PD)

Pharmacokinetics

AbsorptionWell absorbed after oral administration.
DistributionDistributes widely in tissues.
Protein BindingApproximately 99% bound to plasma proteins.
MetabolismExtensively metabolized in the liver via CYP3A4.
Half-LifeAbout 10-12 hours.
ExcretionPrimarily excreted in feces (60-70%) and urine (20-30%).
BioavailabilityApproximately 30-40% due to first-pass metabolism.
Onset of ActionWithin 1-2 hours.
Peak Plasma Time2-4 hours.
Duration of Action24 hours.

How It Works

Selectively blocks L-type and N-type calcium channels, inhibiting calcium influx into vascular smooth muscle and cardiac cells, leading to vasodilation and reduced blood pressure.

Mechanism Steps

1Binds to L-type and N-type calcium channels on vascular smooth muscle and cardiac cells.
2Inhibits calcium influx into cells.
3Reduces intracellular calcium concentration.

๐Ÿ’ก How to Take cilory 5 tablet

Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.

โš ๏ธ Side Effects of cilory 5 tablet

โœ… Common Side Effects

  • Headache
  • Dizziness
  • Flushing
  • Peripheral edema
  • Palpitations

๐Ÿšจ Serious Side Effects

  • Hypotension
  • Syncope
  • Angina exacerbation
  • Hepatotoxicity

โš ๏ธ Rare Side Effects

  • Gingival hyperplasia
  • Gynecomastia
  • Leukopenia

Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.

๐Ÿ”ฌ Drug Interactions

โš ๏ธ DrugSeverityEffect
Ketoconazole Major Increased cilnidipine concentration
Rifampin Major Decreased cilnidipine concentration
Beta-blockers Moderate Increased risk of bradycardia
Grapefruit juice Minor Increased absorption

๐Ÿšจ Major Interactions

  • CYP3A4 inhibitors (e.g., ketoconazole, itraconazole)
  • CYP3A4 inducers (e.g., rifampin, phenytoin)

โšก Moderate Interactions

  • Beta-blockers
  • ACE inhibitors
  • Diuretics

โ„น๏ธ Minor Interactions

  • Grapefruit juice
  • Antacids

๐Ÿฝ๏ธ Food Interactions

Grapefruit juice may increase plasma levels.

๐Ÿท Alcohol Interaction

May enhance hypotensive effect.

๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings

๐Ÿšซ Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to cilnidipine, severe hypotension, cardiogenic shock.

๐Ÿ“Š Monitoring Parameters

Blood pressure, heart rate, liver function tests.

๐Ÿคฑ Lactation Safety

Not recommended; excreted in breast milk.

๐Ÿ’Š Overdose Management

Gastric lavage, activated charcoal, supportive measures for hypotension.

โฐ Missed Dose

Take as soon as remembered; skip if almost time for next dose.

๐Ÿ‘จโ€โš•๏ธ Reviewed by Expert

Dr. SaathiMed Expert Panel

MD, PhD - Pharmacology

Reviewed: Jun 27, 2026

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๐Ÿ”„ Substitutes for cilory 5 tablet

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Alternative brands with exact same active ingredient (Cilnidipine (5mg)):

Medical Note: Always consult your doctor before switching medications.

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