Adalat
Formulated to manage hypertension and angina pectoris utilized to alleviate cardiovascular strain.
Strengths: 10 · 20 · 30mg
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Medicine details
- Conditions
- Alternative names
Adipine; Coracten
- Therapeutic class
Calcium Channel Blocker
- Pharmacological class
Dihydropyridine Calcium Channel Blocker
- Known off-label uses
raynaud's phenomenon
- Contraindications
hypersensitivity to nifedipine; cardiogenic shock; ileostomy
- Precautions and warnings
monitor hepatic function; may cause hypotension
- Minor side effects
dizziness; headache; peripheral oedema
- Moderate side effects
tachycardia; flushing; palpitations
- Dosage forms
Film-coated tablet; Modified-release tablet
- Administration route
Oral use
- Prescription status
POM
- Manufacturer
Bayer
- Onset Time
30–60 minutes
- Duration
8–12 hours
- Storage instructions
Store below 25°C, away from light and moisture.
- Drug interactions
alcohol; grapefruit; rifampicin
Serious side effects
anaphylaxis — requires immediate medical attention; angina exacerbation — requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Formulated to manage hypertension and angina pectoris utilized to alleviate cardiovascular strain.
Mechanism of action
Works by blocking calcium influx into the smooth muscle of the heart and blood vessels. This action relaxes blood vessels, which lowers blood pressure and improves blood flow to the heart muscle, relieving chest pain.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Avoid use during pregnancy unless strictly necessary. Breastfeeding is not recommended.
Adalat
Formulated to manage hypertension and angina pectoris utilized to alleviate cardiovascular strain.
Editorial Notes
- Active ingredient(s): Nifedipine
- Listed indication(s): Hypertension, Angina Pectoris
Usually available as
- 360 tablets - 10 mg47-10-mg-1883
- 180 tablets - 20 mg47-20-mg-1888
- 90 tablets - 30 mg47-30-mg-1893