NIFECAINE CRM

Overview

NIFECAINE CRM is a Schedule H drug.

NIFECAINE CRM is composed of: NIFEDIPINE (0.3 %W/W)


Nifedipine is a calcium channel blocker. It works by relaxing blood vessels which makes the heart more efficient at pumping blood throughout the body. Nifedipine is used in the treatment of high blood pressure and chest pain (Angina).

Usage

NIFEDIPINE is generally used to treat: Blood Pressure, High, Stable Angina

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 18yrs

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe

Precautions for NIFECAINE CRM and its Constituents

Caution should be exercised in patients with history of chest pain, blood vessel problems, recent heart attack, irregular heartbeat; low blood pressure, liver or kidney disease, swelling in the extremities, fluid in lungs, any allergy, who are taking other medications, elderly, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. It may cause dizziness or lightheadedness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.

Symptoms of Overdosage

NIFEDIPINE over-dosage can result in: Difficulty Breathing

Common Side-Effects

NIFEDIPINE : Face Swelling, Cough, Labored Breathing, Dizziness, Irregular Heartbeat, Head Headache, Weight Gain, Shortness Of Breath, Wheezing, Nausea, Vomit

Serious Side-Effects

NIFEDIPINE : Irregular Heartbeat, Fainting, Chest Pain, Shortness Of Breath

Rare Side-Effects

NIFEDIPINE : Face Swelling, Body Itching, Difficulty Breathing, Dizziness

Disease Interactions

NIFEDIPINE can interfere with: Aortic Valve Stenosis, Heart Attack, Hypotension, Hypertension, Myocardial Infarction, Congestive Heart Disease, Acute Renal Failure

Technical Classification

NIFEDIPINE is categorized as: CALCIUM CHANNEL BLOCKING AGENTS / CARDIOVASCULAR AGENTS

Available Alternatives for NIFECAINE CRM

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

ANOBLISS 1.5% W/W/0.3% W/W CRM	INR 104 for 30 GM CREAM	LIDOCAINE 1.5 %W/W, NIFEDIPINE 0.3 %W/W
ANOBLISS CREAM	INR 104 for 30 GM CREAM	LIDOCAINE 1.5 %W/W, NIFEDIPINE 0.3 %W/W
ANORELIEF CRM	INR 116.5 for 30 GM CREAM	LIDOCAINE 1.5 %W/W, NIFEDIPINE 0.3 %W/W
NIFECAINE CRM	INR 108 for 30 GM CREAM	LIDOCAINE 1.5 %W/W, NIFEDIPINE 0.3 %W/W

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

ESCOT 0.5%/0.3% CRM

INR 99 for 30 GM CREAM

NIFEDIPINE 0.3 %, LIDOCAINE 0.5 %