Product introduction
Efnocar T 20mg/40mg Tablet is a combination medicine used to manage high blood pressure. It may be prescribed on its own or alongside other blood pressure medicines, with the dose depending on how high your readings are and how severe your condition is. For the best effect, take it at the same time each day and keep taking it continuously, as stopping can allow blood pressure to rise again even when you feel fine. Regular exercise, weight control and a healthy diet all help it work better.
Storage: Store below 30°C, in a cool and dry place away from direct sunlight.
Uses of Efnocar T 20mg/40mg Tablet
- Treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure)
Benefits of Efnocar T 20mg/40mg Tablet
This tablet brings two actions together to control blood pressure. It relaxes and widens the blood vessels so blood can flow more easily, which reduces the strain on the heart. By keeping blood pressure under control, it helps lower the long-term risk of stroke, heart attack and kidney damage. The benefits build up over time, so it is important to take it regularly as prescribed.
Side effects of Efnocar T 20mg/40mg Tablet
Most side effects do not require medical attention and go away as your body adjusts. Consult your doctor if they persist.
- Swelling of the ankles
- Back pain
- Sinus inflammation
- Diarrhoea
- Fatigue
- Swelling of the feet or ankles
- Dizziness
- Flushing
- Headache
How to use Efnocar T 20mg/40mg Tablet
Take this tablet in the dose and for the duration advised by your doctor. Swallow it whole with water and do not chew, crush or break it. It can be taken with or without food, preferably at the same time each day.
How Efnocar T 20mg/40mg Tablet works
Efnocar T 20mg/40mg Tablet combines two blood-pressure-lowering actives. Efonidipine is a calcium channel blocker that relaxes the blood vessels so blood flows more freely and the heart pumps with less effort. Telmisartan blocks the action of a chemical called angiotensin II that narrows blood vessels; blocking it keeps the vessels relaxed and helps the heart work more efficiently.
Substitutes for Efnocar T 20mg/40mg Tablet
No other medicine with the same composition is listed in our catalogue yet. Message us on WhatsApp and our pharmacist will help you find a suitable alternative.
Safety advice
It is not known whether alcohol is safe to drink with this tablet. Check with your doctor before consuming alcohol.
Information about using this tablet during pregnancy is not available. Consult your doctor before use.
Information about using this tablet while breastfeeding is not available. Consult your doctor before use.
It may affect your concentration and reaction time, for example by causing dizziness. Be cautious with driving and consult your doctor.
There is limited information on its use in people with kidney disease. Consult your doctor before use.
There is limited information on its use in people with liver disease. Consult your doctor before use.
Quick tips
- Take it at the same time every day and do not skip doses, as steady blood pressure control depends on regular use.
- Do not stop the medicine on your own, even if you feel well, because your blood pressure may rise again.
- Support the treatment with regular exercise, weight management, reduced salt and a healthy diet.
- Avoid grapefruit and grapefruit juice, which can raise the medicine's levels and cause unpredictable drops in blood pressure.
- You may feel dizzy, especially when standing up quickly at the start of treatment; rise slowly and tell your doctor if it persists.
Fact box
| Chemical class | Angiotensin II Antagonists + Calcium Antagonists |
|---|---|
| Habit forming | No |
| Therapeutic class | CARDIAC |
| Action class | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is Efnocar T 20mg/40mg Tablet used for?
It is used to control high blood pressure, which in turn helps protect the heart and kidneys from the long-term damage that raised pressure can cause.
Can I stop taking it once my blood pressure is normal?
No. The tablet keeps your blood pressure controlled only while you are taking it, so stopping can let it climb again. Continue as prescribed and change nothing without your doctor's advice.
Should I avoid any particular food or drink?
Avoid grapefruit and grapefruit juice, as they can increase the level of the medicine in your blood and lead to unpredictable falls in blood pressure.
Why do my ankles or feet swell up?
Mild swelling of the ankles or feet can occur with the calcium channel blocker component. Let your doctor know if the swelling is bothersome or does not settle.
Could it affect my potassium or kidney tests?
It can raise blood potassium and influence kidney function, so your doctor may order periodic blood tests to keep an eye on these while you are on the medicine.