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 Buy Adalat, nifedipineBuy Adalat to treat angina, coronary artery spasm, high blood pressure (hypertension), arrhythmia, atrial fibrillation, and Raynaud's phenomenon. The usual dosage of regular nifedipine is 10 mg to 20 mg, three times daily, while the usual dosage of sustained release nifedipine is 30 or 60 mg once daily The dosage will vary depending on the individual and the severity of their condition. It is taken orally, with or without food.Contraindications: Consult a doctor before taking Adalat if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, if you are allergic to any of its ingredients, if you are taking any other medications (especially other heart medications (especially beta blockers), antibiotics, antifungals, digoxin, tacrolimus, quinidine, climetidine, or grapefruit juice), or if you have (or have a history of) diabetes, heart attack, heart failure, liver disease, low blood pressure, or stomach disorders. To read more about Adalat side effects, Adalat dosage, and for more useful information about Adalat (nifedipine), please click the product information link below.  PRODUCT INFORMATION |
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Other name(s): Procardia, Afeditab |
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Often prescribed for high blood pressure, hypertension, angina, coronary artery spasm, arrhythmia, atrial fibrillation, Raynaud's phenomenon |
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Adalat, nifedipineChemical NamesNifedipine
Ingredients
Active ingredients: nifedipine
Non-active ingredients: cellulose acetate, hydroxypropyl cellulose, hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, magnesium stearate, pharmaceutical shellac, polyethylene glycol, polyethylene oxide, red ferric oxide, sodium chloride, synthetic black iron oxide, and titanium dioxide.
Indications
Adalat is indicated in the treatment of angina, coronary artery spasm, high blood pressure (hypertension), arrhythmia, atrial fibrillation, and Raynaud's phenomenon.
How It Works
Adalat is a calcium channel blocker that reduces the force of contraction of the heart muscles. This lowers and regulates heart rate, reducing the risk of exacerbating delicate cardiovascular situations.
Dosage
Available tablets:
5 mg, 10 mg, 20 mg (regular)
10 mg, 20 mg, 30 mg (sustained release [XL])
The usual dosage of regular nifedipine is 10 mg to 20 mg, three times daily, while the usual dosage of sustained release nifedipine is 30 or 60 mg once daily The dosage will vary depending on the individual and the severity of their condition. It is taken orally, with or without food.
Precautions
Consult a doctor before taking Adalat if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, if you are allergic to any of its ingredients, or if you have (or have a history of) diabetes, heart attack, heart failure, liver disease, low blood pressure, or stomach disorders. Caution should be taken if you have recently had surgery, or if you are over 80 years old.
Drug Interactions
Consult a doctor before taking Adalat if you are currently taking other heart medications (especially beta blockers), antibiotics, antifungals, digoxin, tacrolimus, quinidine, climetidine, or grapefruit juice.
Adverse/Side Effects
Minor side effects: constipation, diarrhea, dizziness or lightheadedness, flushing or a feeling of warmth, headache, nausea, weakness and fatigue.
Severe side effects: difficulty breathing, coughing, wheezing, bleeding or tender or swollen gums, chest pain, visual disturbances, fainting, raised or pounding heartbeat, painful and swollen joints, skin rash, or swollen ankles.
Consult a doctor if minor side effects become bothersome, or if any severe side effects are experienced.
Overdose
Symptoms of Adalat overdose may include rapid, slow, or irregular heartbeat; dizziness; fainting; and loss of consciousness. Contact a doctor, emergency room or poison control centre immediately if you experience overdose symptoms.
Storage Instructions
Store Adalat at room temperature, away from moisture, heat and light, and out of reach of pets and children.
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