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Cordil is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Cordil depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Cordil is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Cordil safe for pregnant women?
Cordil should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Cordil safe during breastfeeding?
Information about safety of Cordil for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Cordil on the Kidneys?
Cordil is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Cordil on the Liver?
Cordil is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Cordil on the Heart?
Cordil may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Cordil should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cordil unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cordil habit forming or addictive?
Cordil is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Cordil does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Cordil is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Cordil is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Cordil
You can take Cordil with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cordil
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Cordil as it can have severe side effects.
Yes, Cordil may lower blood pressure (hypotension) in some cases. It is an uncommon side effect of this drug. However, if you are experiencing lightheadedness or dizziness which is a symptom of low blood pressure (hypotension) then you are advised to lay down immediately till it subsides if it worsens then inform your doctor without further delay.
Yes, Cordil is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as a headache and lightheadedness. If you experience above-mentioned side effects after taking this medicine then inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Yes, you can take paracetamol and Cordil together. No clinically significant drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug along with paracetamol then do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
No, Cordil should not be discontinued without doctors advice even when you start feeling well because discontinuing of this drug on your own might worsen your current medical condition. Hence you are advised to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
Cordil contains isosorbide dinitrate which is a vasodilator. It works by causing relaxation of vascular smooth muscle and dilation of the blood vessels (vasodilation) which promotes increase in oxygen and blood supply to the heart this also reduces the workload of the heart (reduces preload and afterload).
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Isordil® Titradose™ (isosorbide dinitrate)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 543-544
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 653-654