DEPIN 5mg Capsule

ABOUT THE DRUG:

Nifedipine is a drug given in conditions like hypertension and angina pectoris. It belongs to the class of calcium channel blocker and is widely employed in heart diseases like angina pectoris and arrhythmias. It works by relaxing heart muscles and blood vessels. Nifedipine decreases the work load of heart blood vessels.

USES OF THE DRUG:

Nifedipineis given in heart related problems like hypertension, angina pectoris and cardiac arrhythmia that make the person prone to serious cardiovascular diseases like heart failure, heart attack and angina pectoris.

WORKING OF THE DRUG:

Nifedipine is a calcium channel blocker and is given in almost every heart related problem. Nifedepine blocks the calcium release from calcium channels. This blockage relaxes the blood vessels which ease the blood circulation. This lowers the blood pressure and improves the efficiency of the heart.

MANUFACTURER:

Nifelat 5 mg is manufactured by Cipla pharmaceuticals Ltd, a pharmaceutical giant. It is available on our website in the pack of 30 tablets.

DOSAGE FORM AND STRENGTHS:

Nifelat 5 mg is available in the form of tablets and you can easily buy the drug online.

Nifedepine tablets are available in the following six strength combinations on the website:

Nifelat 10 mg
Nicardia 20 mg
Nicardia 30 mg
Nicardia CD 300 mg
Adalat chrono 30 mg
Adalat chrono 60 mg

You can buy Nifelat 5 mg online at Pillsblue.com.

DO NOT TAKE THE DRUG IF YOU:

Have an allergy to Nifedipine or any other ingredient of the drug
Have kidney disease
Are having a liver disorder like cirrhosis
Have slow digestion

TELL YOUR DOCTOR IF YOU:

Are hypothyroidism
Are diabetic
Have coronary artery disease
Have congestive heart failure

HOW MUCH TO TAKE THE DRUG?

Always take the dose as prescribed by the physician. It is very important to consume medicine timely. The general recommended dose starts from 30 mg and can be increased to 60 mg depending upon the patient?s condition and demand. With time, dose adjustments are generally done according to the response of the patient.

HOW TO TAKE THE DRUG?

You must swallow the whole tablet with one glass full of water. Do not crush or chew it. Swallow the extended release tablets whole. A single dose can be taken once in a day or divided dose can be taken twice a day. It can be taken with or without food a day. It is best to take it at the same time daily because it shows best results and helps to remember when to take the drug.

FOR HOW LONG TO TAKE IT?

It is important to take the drug as instructed by your doctor. Abrupt discontinuation of medicine can cause adverse reactions. So before stopping the drug intake, always consult physician first.

OVERDOSE:

You may need urgent medical attention if you experience below mentioned symptoms:

Dizziness
Tachycardia
Flushing
Nausea
Vomiting
Blurred vision
Swelling of hands and feet

MISS DOSE:

Take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, then skip the dose and take your next dose at the correct time. Do not double up the dose to compensate for the missed one. You can buy Nifelat 5 mg online at Pillsblue.com.

SIDE EFFECTS OF DEPIN 5MG:

COMMON

Headache
Dizziness
Lightheadedness
Heartburn
Nausea
Vomiting
Fainting
Blurred vision

SERIOUS

Breathing difficulties
Fainting
Skin rashes
Yellowing of skin and eyes

COMMON DRUG INTERACTIONS:

Always inform your doctor about the drugs you are taking till date. This way, the doctor will be able to give you the list of drugs and other things that may interact with Nifedepine. Drugs listed below may interact with Nifedepine and can hinder its normal functioning:
Cimetidine
Isonazid
Levothyroxine
Imatinib
Tizanidine
Convipatan
Atazanavir
Sotalol
NSAIDs like Diclofenac, Cambia and Indomethacin

THINGS TO REMEMBER:

Keep the medicine in a close tight container and out of reach of children
Don?t use the expired medicine
Keep a complete record of all the medicines you are taking along with this medicine
To reduce dizziness and lightheadedness, get up slowly when rising from a sitting or lying position
Don?t exceed the recommended dose.

PRODUCT INTRODUCTION

Most common side effects

USES OF DEPIN CAPSULE

• Treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure)
• Prevention of Angina (heart-related chest pain)
• Prevention of Heart attack
• Prevention of Stroke

BENEFITS OF DEPIN CAPSULE

In Treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure)

Depin 5 Capsule works by relaxing the blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily around your body. This lowers your blood pressure and reduces your risk of having a stroke, a heart attack, or kidney problems in the future. You do not usually feel any direct benefit from taking this medicine, but it works in the long term to keep you well. Take regularly, as prescribed for this medicine to be most effective, even if you feel better.

In Prevention of Angina (heart-related chest pain)

Depin 5 Capsule works by relaxing blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily around your body. This means that more oxygen gets to your heart and reduces the risk of getting chest pain (angina). This medicine should not be used to treat chest pain which is already happening. It is used to prevent or reduce the frequency of angina attacks. This medicine needs to be taken regularly as prescribed for it to work effectively. So, it is important to keep taking it even if you feel well and have no symptoms.

In Prevention of Heart attack

Depin 5 Capsule helps lower your blood pressure and make it easier for your heart to pump blood around your body. This reduces the chances of you having a heart attack. It can also reduce the risk of dying if it is given immediately after a heart attack. This medicine needs to be taken regularly to be effective, so keep taking it even if you feel well. Do not stop without talking to your doctor.

In Prevention of Stroke

Depin 5 Capsule reduces the risk of future strokes. It helps lower your blood pressure and makes it easier for your heart to pump blood around your body. This reduces the chances of you having a stroke. Take it as advised by the doctor to get the maximum benefit.

SIDE EFFECTS OF DEPIN CAPSULE

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Depin

• Dizziness
• Fatigue
• Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk)
• Headache
• Peripheral edema

HOW TO USE DEPIN CAPSULE

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Depin 5 Capsule may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

HOW DEPIN CAPSULE WORKS

Depin 5 Capsule is a calcium channel blocker. In high blood pressure, it normalizes the blood pressure by relaxing the blood vessels to reduce the pressure on them, thereby improving the blood flow in the body. The enhanced blood flow in the body further relaxes the heart muscles by reducing the workload on the heart. It also improves the oxygen flow in the body, thereby, preventing any heart-related chest pain.

SAFETY ADVICE

Alcohol

CAUTION

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Depin 5 Capsule. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Depin 5 Capsule may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Depin 5 Capsule is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Driving

CAUTION

Depin 5 Capsule may cause dizziness or weakness due to low blood pressure. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Depin 5 Capsule may make you feel dizzy, faint, extremely tired or have visual disturbances. This may affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Depin 5 Capsule is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Depin 5 Capsule is recommended.
However, talk to your doctor if you have any underlying kidney disease.

Liver

CAUTION

Depin 5 Capsule should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Depin 5 Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

WHAT IF YOU FORGET TO TAKE DEPIN CAPSULE?

If you miss a dose of Depin 5 Capsule, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.