Calbeta (20+50) Capsule

Calbeta (20+50) is a Fixed-Dose Combination (FDC) Drug Brand being manufactured and marketed by Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd.. This medicine is combination of more than one active ingredient or substance within a single pharmaceutical form type. The main active ingredients or salts in this drug are Atenolol, Nifedipine. This drug comes in the form of Capsule. The general packing available for this medicine consists of 10 Capsule and is priced at Rs 24.5 (arround $0.343 US Dollar)
Generic (Salt) Combination :(Atenolol+ Nifedipine)
Pharma Company :Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Brand Label :Calbeta (20+50)
Preparation Type :Capsule
Single Dose :1 Capsule
Composition (Fixed-Dose Combination) :
  • Atenolol-50 mg
  • Nifedipine-20 mg
Pack Size/Qty/Vol :10 Capsule
Price Unit :Rs 2.45 INR (arround $0.0343 US Dollar)
Price Pack :Rs 24.5 INR (arround $0.343 US Dollar)

Drug details for Calbeta (20+50)

Usage: Why is this medication prescribed?

The main active ingredients or salts in Calbeta (20+50) are :

  • Atenolol-50 mg
  • Nifedipine-20 mg

Atenolol
Indication (Prescribed for or used as): Atenolol is used alone or in combination with other medications to treat high blood pressure. It also is used to prevent angina (chest pain) and improve survival after a heart attack. Atenolol is in a class of medications called beta blockers. It works by relaxing blood vessels and slowing heart rate to improve blood flow and decrease blood pressure.High blood pressure is a common condition and when not treated, can cause damage to the brain, heart, blood vessels, kidneys and other parts of the body. Damage to these organs may cause heart disease, a heart attack, heart failure, stroke, kidney failure, loss of vision, and other problems. In addition to taking medication, making lifestyle changes will also help to control your blood pressure. These changes include eating a diet that is low in fat and salt, maintaining a healthy weight, exercising at least 30 minutes most days, not smoking, and using alcohol in moderation.

Hypertension, angina pectoris. Cardiac arrhythmias. Migraine prophylaxis.

For more details on Atenolol, its Indication, Prescription, Usage, Dosage, Precaution, Side Effects etc, please check : Atenolol..

Nifedipine
Indication (Prescribed for or used as): Nifedipine is used to treat high blood pressure and to control angina (chest pain). Nifedipine is in a class of medications called calcium-channel blockers. It lowers blood pressure by relaxing the blood vessels so the heart does not have to pump as hard. It controls chest pain by increasing the supply of blood and oxygen to the heart.High blood pressure is a common condition and when not treated, can cause damage to the brain, heart, blood vessels, kidneys and other parts of the body. Damage to these organs may cause heart disease, a heart attack, heart failure, stroke, kidney failure, loss of vision, and other problems. In addition to taking medication, making lifestyle changes will also help to control your blood pressure. These changes include eating a diet that is low in fat and salt, maintaining a healthy weight, exercising at least 30 minutes most days, not smoking, and using alcohol in moderation.

Hypertension. Angina pectoris. Migraine. Oesophageal spasm. Uterine relaxant (if used early).

For more details on Nifedipine, its Indication, Prescription, Usage, Dosage, Precaution, Side Effects etc, please check : Nifedipine..

Calbeta (20+50) Drug Brands Substitutes with similar Fixed-Dose Combination (FDC) :

There are 14 Fixed-Dose Combination (FDC) Drug Brands listed here as Substitutes for Calbeta (20+50), which have same Fixed-Dose Combination of active substances or ingredients (i.e. Atenolol-50 mg Nifedipine-20 mg).
Please note that one can request a doctor or pharmacist to substitute a FDC Brand Version of the prescribed FDC drug brand, if any. Fixed-Dose Combination Drugs are being increasingly used due to the benefit of the combined effects of active ingredients given together. However, it is necessary to investigate the possible benefits in the clinical situation against possible disadvantages for each fixed combination drug and for each dose of the fixed combination drug. Potential advantages of fixed combination drugs may also include the counteracting by one ingredient of an adverse reaction produced by another one, and simplification of therapy, leading to improved compliance.

BrandPrice (Rs.)BrandPrice (Rs.)
Beta Nifedine (20+50) 23.9Betanif (20+50) 39.5
Betatrop (20+50) 31.5Bita-Nifedine (50+20) 34.5
Cardules Plus (20+50) 39.9Celbeta (50+20) 24.5
Deptan (50+20) 18.25Depten (20+50) 18.25
Nifetex TR (20+50) 23.5Niftene (20+50) 50
Nilol (20+50) 43.75Presolar (20+50) 42.5
Systonorm NF (50+20) 250Tenofed (20+50) 20

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