Generic Name - Nifedipine
Category - Antianginial medication.
Indications
Chest pain, High blood pressure.
Generic Nifedipine is indicated to reduce attacks of chest pain (angina), and/or helps reduce high blood pressure (hypertension). Nifedipine is a calcium-channel blocker. It affects the amount of calcium found in your heart and muscle cells. This results in relaxation of blood vessels, which can reduce the amount of work the heart has to do.
Generic for Nifedipine Contraindications and Drug Interactions
Generic Nifedipine is contraindicated in patients, who are hypersensitive to this drug, medications that belong to this class of drugs or had an allergic reaction to it in the past.
Generic Nifedipine should not be taken by patients who have a history of the following ailment conditions.
Kidney disease
heart problems, low blood pressure, slow or irregular heartbeat
liver disease
previous heart attack
There are a number of medications that interact with Generic Nifedipine. It is important to take the doctor's counsel if you are taking any of the following.
Cimetidine
erythromycin
itraconazole
carbamazepine
phenytoin
rifampin
Generic for Nifedipine Dosage
The following information just highlights the general average dosage of GenericNifedipine
The usual recommended dosage of Generic Nifedipine for Angina is 10-milligram capsule, 3 times a day. The usual range is 10 to 20 milligrams 3 times a day. Some people may need 20 to 30 milligrams, 3 or 4 times a day. Usually you will not take more than 120 milligrams in a day and should take no more than 180 milligrams.
Generic for Nifedipine Adverse Effects
Some of the most serious Generic Nifedipine side Effects include blood in the urine
fast heartbeat, palpitations, irregular heartbeat, chest pain, difficulty breathing,
dizziness, fainting spells, lightheadedness and reduced amount of urine passed.
This is not a complete list of all Side effects. Do concur with your doctor and follow his directions completely when you are taking Generic Nifedipine.
Generic for Nifedipine and Pregnancy
Studies do not indicate whether Generic Nifedipine will be harmful to an unborn baby. Do not take Nifedipine without first talking to your doctor if you are pregnant or could become pregnant during treatment.
Generic for Nifedipine and Breastfeeding
Generic Nifedipine passes into breast milk. Do not take without first talking to your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.
Generic for Nifedipine and Pediatric
Generic Naproxen should only be used in children who are over 12 years old. Do consult your doctor and seek medical advice.
Generic for Nifedipine and Geriatric
If you are over 65 years of age, you may be more likely to experience side effects from Generic Nifedipine. Consult your doctor and seek medical advice.
Note
The above information about Generic Nifedipine serves as an information resource only and is not intended to substitute professional medical advice, examination, diagnosis and treatment. Always seek the counsel of your doctor, physician or pharmacist before starting any new treatment or making changes to existing therapy.
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