Procardia XL (Cont.)

When and How to Take Procardia XL

Some general considerations for when and how to take Procardia XL include:
 
  • Procardia XL comes in tablet form. Procardia XL is taken by mouth, usually once a day.
     
  • It does not matter if you take Procardia XL with or without food.
     
  • Because Procardia XL tablets are extended release, they should not be broken, crushed, or chewed. Be sure to swallow Procardia XL tablets whole.
     
  • Procardia XL should be taken at the same time each day to maintain an even level of the drug in your blood.
     
  • For Procardia XL to work properly, it must be taken as prescribed. Procardia XL will not work if you stop taking it.
     

Procardia XL Dosing

The dose of Procardia XL your healthcare provider recommends will vary depending on a number of factors, including:
 
  • The medical condition being treated
  • Other medical conditions you may have
  • Other medications you may currently be taking.
     
As is always the case, do not adjust your Procardia XL dose unless your healthcare provider specifically instructs you to do so.
 
(Click Procardia XL Dosage for more information about dosing for Procardia XL.)
 

Side Effects of Procardia XL

As with any medicine, there are possible side effects with Procardia XL. However, not everyone who takes the medication will experience side effects. In fact, most people tolerate it quite well. When Procardia XL side effects do occur, in most cases, they are minor and either require no treatment or can easily be treated by you or your healthcare provider. Serious side effects are less common.
 
Common side effects of Procardia XL include, but are not limited to:
 
(Click Procardia XL Side Effects to learn about specific side effects of Procardia XL, including some of the more serious side effects that you should report to your healthcare provider. You can also read about other possible Procardia XL side effects by going to:
 
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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
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