*AdvaCare Nifedipine Tablets are GMP certified.
**AdvaCare Nifedipine Tablets are manufactured in our facilities located in China/India/USA.
10mg;20mg;30mg
10 tablets/blister, 10 blisters/box;1,000 tablets/bottle
Antihypertensive, Antianginal
Nifedipine
Product Information
General Information:
AdvaCare is a GMP manufacturer of Nifedipine tablets.
Nifedipine tablets are in a class of drugs called calcium channel blockers. Nifedipine works by relaxing the blood vessels so the heart does not have to pump as hard. It also increases the supply of blood and oxygen to the heart.
Main uses of nifedipine tablets are as an antianginal and antihypertensive, although a large number of other indications have recently been found for this agent, such as Raynaud’s phenomenon, premature labor, and painful spasms of the esophagus in cancer and tetanus patients.
Side Effects:
As with all pharmaceuticals, some unwanted effects can occur from the use of nifedipine tablets. Always consult a doctor or health care professional for medical advice before use.
Common side effects of nifedipine tablets include, but may not be limited to dizziness, cough, flushing and flushing sensation.
Seek medical attention if the following develop:
- Difficult breathing;
- Fast or irregular heartbeat;
- Muscle cramps;
- Headache;
- Tightness in the chest.
For a comprehensive list of all possible effects of nifedipine tablets, consult your doctor. If any symptom persists or gets worse, or you notice any other symptom, then please call your doctor immediately.
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Additional Information
Always consult your doctor or pharmacist before taking nifedipine tablets.
If your condition does not improve or becomes worse, then call your doctor.
Indications and Usage
It is an antihypertensive medication which is used to prevent strokes, heart attacks and kidney problems. Nifedipine is also used in the treatment of chest pain (angina pectoris). It helps in decreasing the frequencies of chest pain attacks.
It also works as a calcium channel blocker which widens and relaxes the smooth heart muscles and eventually helps in lowering the blood pressure.
Precautions
Do not take nifedipine tablets if:
- You are allergic to ingredients in the medication or have any other allergies;
- You have certain heart problems such as congestive heart failure or aortic stenosis;
- You had a medical history of liver problems and kidney problems.
Use of nifedipine tablets during pregnancy or breastfeeding is not recommended. Nifedipine is excreted into human milk and is risky for the health of nursing infant. Consult with a doctor and according to the illness situation a decision should be made to stop nursing or to stop taking the drug.
Do not get up or stand up too fast, you might feel dizzy. The nifedipine tablets should be swallowed whole and should not be divided, crushed or chewed.
Driving or operating machinery should be avoided, as it may cause dizziness.
Consult your doctor or health care professional before taking nifedipine tablets.
Administration and Dosage
Refer to your doctor or pharmacist for guidelines on dosage. Do not exceed the advisable dosage. Usual dose for adults is: 30 to 60mg orally once a day. Usual does for children is: 0.25 to 0.5mg/kg/day in 1 or 2 divided doses.
Interactions
Dolasetron, pimozide, itraconazole, cisapride, tizanidine and venetoclax are the six major medications that are known to interact with nifedipine.
Grapefruit and grapefruit juice may interact with nifedipine tablets and may cause unwanted side effects.
Consult with your doctor about any medications you are taking, before your treatment with nifedipine tablets.
Overdose
Symptoms of overdose include trouble breathing and passing out. These symptoms have to be reported to the medical health professional. Seek medical help urgently.
Adverse Reactions
No adverse reactions have been reported.
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