Procardia
indicated to manage hypertension and utilized to support cardiac function in patients with angina pectoris.
Strengths: 30mg
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Medicine details
- Conditions
- Alternative names
Adalat
- Therapeutic class
Calcium Channel Blocker
- Pharmacological class
Dihydropyridine
- Contraindications
cardiogenic shock; hypersensitivity to nifedipine; pregnancy (first trimester)
- Precautions and warnings
may cause dizziness; monitor blood pressure
- Minor side effects
dizziness; headache; flushing
- Moderate side effects
peripheral oedema; palpitations; constipation
- Dosage forms
Prolonged-release tablet
- Administration route
Oral use
- Prescription status
POM
- Manufacturer
Bayer
- Onset Time
30–60 minutes
- Duration
12–24 hours
- Storage instructions
Protect from light.
- Drug interactions
grapefruit juice; cimetidine; rifampicin
- Age restrictions
Adults only.
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Not recommended during early pregnancy.
Serious side effects
severe hypotension — requires immediate medical attention; angina exacerbation — requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
indicated to manage hypertension and utilized to support cardiac function in patients with angina pectoris.
Mechanism of action
Nifedipine is a calcium channel blocker that inhibits the influx of calcium ions into cardiac and smooth muscle cells, causing vascular relaxation and reduced blood pressure.
Procardia
indicated to manage hypertension and utilized to support cardiac function in patients with angina pectoris.
Editorial Notes
- Active ingredient(s): Nifedipine
- Listed indication(s): Hypertension, Angina Pectoris
Available option
- 90 tablets - 30 mg698-30-mg-3945