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What is Adalat Generic | NIFEDIPINE ?Adalat [Nifedipine] is the brand name while nifedipine is the ingredient manufactured by the famous medicine company Generic. Adalat [Nifedipine] is an extended release tablet dosage in the form of calcium channel blocker nifedipine. Adalat is a heart and blood pressure medication. Its appearance is yellow crystalline substance which is insoluble in water but soluble in ethanol. The tablets vary in the content of nifedipine. They either contain 30 60 or 90 mg of nifedipine for oral administration. Nifedipine acts directly on the vascular smooth muscle and is a peripheral arterial vasodilator. Nifedipine belongs to a class of medications which are known as calcium channel blockers. The blood flow is made to flow easily by nifedipine which helps in relaxing the blood vessels. The tablets of Adalat consist of an external coat and an internal core. Both these internal core and external coat contain nifedipine the external coat acts as a slow release formulation and the internal core works as a fast release formulation. Adalat is the best anti-hypertensive drug. Reducing high blood pressure helps in preventing strokes heart attacks and kidney problems. Adalat is contraindicated in persons who have known hypersensitivity to nifedipine. Adalat is a drug for hypertension. Adalat helps in increasing your ability to exercise and helps in reducing the frequency of angina attacks. This anti-hypertensive medicine should be taken regularly to be effective. In case of attacks of chest pain this medicine should not be taken on the contrary other medicines like sublingual nitroglycerin should be taken to relieve the chest pain attacks as directed by your doctor. Adalat is used for the treatment of heart and blood pressure complaints. In case you miss any of your dose avoid doubling your dose to compensate with the missed dose. . |
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Uses of Adalat GenericAdalat [Nifedipine] is indicated in the treatment of high blood pressure hypertension and chest pain angina. It is frequently been used as a tocolytic agent which delays premature labor. Nifedipine is also used to treat high altitude pulmonary edema.This medication is used singly or in combination with other drugs. |
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How to use Adalat Generic?The dose of Adalat [Nifedipine] is adjusted as per the requirements of the patient. Adalat [Nifedipine] is prescribed orally once a day on emplty stomach. The medication should be swallowed as a whole not chewed or divided or crushed. The medicine should not be taken with food. Generally the maintenance dose is 30mg to 60mg once in a day. The medicine should be taken regularly at the same time of the day everyday. The medicine should be taken regularly even if you are feeling well. Your doctor may gradually reduce the dose. Grapefruit should be avoided while taking Adalat. |
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Side effects of Adalat GenericAdalat [Nifedipine] adverse effects observed are peripheral edema headache dizziness nausea flushing constipation cramps sexual complaints swelling of the ankles/feet shortness of breath weakness tiredness fast/slow/irregular heartbeat fainting mood changes swollen/tender gums vision changes serious allergic reaction etc. |
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Adalat Generic InteractionBefore starting to take Adalat [Nifedipine] medication inform your doctor regarding all the medicines taken by you especially: acarbose alpha blockers beta blockers digoxin fentanyl melatonin quinidine drugs affecting liver enzymes that remove nifedipine from your body benzodiazepines cimetidine cyclosporine digoxin erythromycin flecainide fluconazole imipramine itraconazole ketoconazole Phenobarbital phenytoin propafenone ranitidine warfarin etc. |
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Important information about Adalat GenericKeep all appointments with your doctor and the laboratory. Your blood pressure should be checked regularly to determine your response to nifedipine. Good dental hygiene decreases the chance and severity of gum swelling. Brush your teeth regularly and schedule dental cleanings every 6 months. The extended-release tablet does not dissolve in the stomach after being swallowed. It slowly releases medicine as it passes through your small intestines. It is not unusual to see the tablet shell in the stool. Do not let anyone else take your medication. Ask your pharmacist any questions you have about refilling your prescription. |
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StorageIt should be protected from light and moisture and stored at room temperature less than 86°F 30°C. It should be stored away from children and pets. Adalat should be dispensed in tight and light- resistant containers. |
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Precaution of Adalat Generic?Inform your doctor if you are allergic to any medications or have any other allergies. Inform your doctor regarding your medical history before starting this treatment for heart and blood pressure complaints. Before undergoing any surgery inform your doctor or dentist that you are on this medicine. You should be careful while driving using machinery or doing any activity that requires you to be alert as this medicine may cause dizziness. Consult your physician before taking this medicine if you are pregnant or are nursing. |
