Dynacirc CR (Cont.)

When and How to Take It

General considerations for when and how to take Dynacirc CR include the following:
 
  • The medication comes in tablet form. It is taken by mouth, usually once a day.
     
  • You can take Dynacirc CR with or without food.
     
  • Because the tablets are controlled-release, they should not be crushed, chewed, or broken. Be sure to swallow the tablets whole.
     
  • The medication should be taken at the same time each day to maintain an even level in your blood.
     
  • For Dynacirc CR to work properly, it must be taken as prescribed. The medication will not work if you stop taking it.
     

Dosing Information

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

Side Effects of Dynacirc CR

As with any medicine, side effects are possible with Dynacirc CR. However, not everyone who takes the drug will experience side effects. In fact, most people tolerate it quite well. If 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 include but are not limited to:
 
  • Swelling or water retention (edema)
  • Headaches
  • Fatigue
  • Dizziness
  • Abdominal pain (stomach pain).
     
(Click Dynacirc CR Side Effects to learn more, including potentially serious side effects you should report immediately to your healthcare provider.)
 
You can also read about specific side effects in the following eMedTV articles:
 
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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
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