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Nifedipine sustained action - oral

(nye-fed-eh-peen)

common brand names: Adalat CC

Simular Drugs : Af, Afeditab Cr, Afrin, Afrin, Afrin, Afrin Childrens, Aftate

Afeditab Cr Usage: it drug is calcium channel blocker. Calcium is involved in blood vessel contraction. By blocking calcium, nifedipine relaxes & widens the blood vessels. Its used to treat high blood pressure.

Afeditab Cr can be used also for: this drug may also be used since chest pain (angina).

How to use Afeditab Cr: Best if taken on an empty stomach but may be taken with food. Be consistent; ether always with food or with out. pills should be swallowed whole, preferably with full glass of water. do not chew, divide or crush before taking. do not stop taking suddenly.

Afeditab Cr side effects: this drug can cause dizziness & lightheadedness especially during 1st several days. Avoid activities requiring alertness. When you sit or lie down since while, get up slowly to minimize dizziness & allow your body to adjust. You may also experience bloating, heartburn, nausea, blurred vision, muscle cramps, headache, flushing, sweating, sleep disturbances or ankle/foot swelling. Notify your healthcare professional promptly if these effects persist or worsen. Notify youre healthcare professional promptly if you develop: chest pain, irregular pulse. in the unlikely episode you have an allergic reaction to this drug, seek doctor attention immediately. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling (especially facial), dizziness, trouble breathing. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your physician or physician.

Afeditab Cr Precautions: Tell your pharmacist your medical history, especially of: liver disease, heart failure, allergies (especially drug allergies. If you scheduled to have surgery (including dental surgery) tell the healthcare professional you use nifedipine. Limit using alcohol while taking this medication. do not allow anyone else to take it medication. Before taking this pill, tell you're doctor if you are pregnant or breast-feeding.

Afeditab Cr drug interactions: Tell you're doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medications you taking, especially of: beta-blockers, digoxin, quinidine, cimetidine, intravenous (IV) calcium, fentanyl, barbiturates, phenytoin, magnesium sulfate injection, HBP drugs, St John's wort. Avoid any medications that increase some your heart-rate (the decongestants phenylephrine, pseudoephedrine and phenylpropanolamine examples). These drugs commonly found in over-the-counter cough-and-cold products. do not eat grapefruit or drink grapefruit juice unless your physician instructs you otherwise. do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.

Afeditab Cr Overdose: If overdose is suspected, contact some your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include rapid, slow, or irregular heartbeat; dizziness; fainting; & loss of consciousness.

Afeditab Cr special notes: do not share this product with others.

If you missed Afeditab Cr dose: If you miss dose, take as soon as remembered; don't take if It's almost time for following dose, instead, skip the missed dose & resume your usual dosing schedule. don't 'double-up' the dose to catch up.

Afeditab Cr Storage: Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (between 15 & 30 degrees C) away from moisture & sunlight. do not store in the bathroom.

Medical alert: youre condition may cause complications in medical emergency.

Active Ingredients : Nifedipine Sustained Action