NICARDIPINE HYDROCHLORIDE

Overview

NICARDIPINE HYDROCHLORIDE is a Schedule H drug.
Nicardipine is a prescription medication used to treat high blood pressure. Nicardipine belongs to a group of drugs called calcium channel blockers, which relax blood vessels, making it easier for the heart to pump blood. Nicardipine is used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure) and angina (chest pain). 

Usage

NICARDIPINE HYDROCHLORIDE is generally used to treat: Angina Pectoris, Hypertension
NICARDIPINE HYDROCHLORIDE can address symptoms like: Chest Pain

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 < 2yrs

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

How Do I Take It?

Route of Administration: Oral,

Precautions

  • Before taking nicardipine, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it or if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems.
  • This medication should not be used if you have a certain medical condition. Before using this medicine, consult your doctor or pharmacist if you have a certain structural heart problem (aortic stenosis).
  • Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of liver disease, kidney disease.
  • Before having surgery, tell your doctor or dentist that you are taking this medication.
  • This drug may make you dizzy. Alcohol or marijuana can make you more dizzy. Do not drive, use machinery, or do anything that needs alertness until you can do it safely. Limit alcoholic beverages.
  • During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when clearly needed. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
  • It is unknown if this drug passes into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

Symptoms of Overdosage

NICARDIPINE HYDROCHLORIDE over-dosage can result in: Palpitations (fluttering In Chest), Drowsiness, Confusion, Slurred Speech

Common Side-Effects

NICARDIPINE HYDROCHLORIDE : Arms Pain, Jaws Pain, Back Pain, Nausea, Palpitations (fluttering In Chest), Body Excessive Sweating, Legs Swelling

Serious Side-Effects

NICARDIPINE HYDROCHLORIDE : Chest Pain, Irregular Heartbeat, Shortness Of Breath, Eyes Blurred Vision, Rapid Heart Rate (pulse)

Rare Side-Effects

NICARDIPINE HYDROCHLORIDE : Skin Rash, Hives, Itchy Skin, Cold, Confusion, Cough, Difficulty Swallowing, Dizziness, Fainting, Lightheadedness, Fever, Chills, Lower Back Pain, Pain With Urination, Difficulty Urinating, Fatigue (tiredness), Wheezing

Food Interactions

You should avoid or limit the consumption of grapefruit and grapefruit juice if you are receiving treatment with nicardipine. Grapefruit juice can significantly increase the blood levels and effects of medications like nicardipine.

Disease Interactions

NICARDIPINE HYDROCHLORIDE can interfere with: Aortic Valve Stenosis, Shock, Hypotension, Ischemic Heart Disease, Acute Liver Failure, Acute Renal Failure, Congestive Heart Disease, Myocardial Infarction

Technical Classification

NICARDIPINE HYDROCHLORIDE is categorized as: CALCIUM CHANNEL BLOCKING AGENTS / CARDIOVASCULAR AGENTS

Storage Conditions

Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)

Available Alternatives

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