Adalat (Nifedipine)

Adalat Information

Adalat, with the generic name of Nifedipine, belongs to a class of drugs known as calcium channel blockers. It works by relaxing the blood vessels, thus, making the pumping of your heart much easier and less tiresome.

Adalat Indications

Adalat is specially formulated for treatment of conditions such as:

• hypertension (high blood pressure)
• Angina (chest pain)

Adalat Warnings/Precautions

Inform your doctor if you are suffering from any of the conditions below before deciding to take Adalat:

• Kidney or liver disease
• Other heart or blood vessel diseases such as sick sinus syndrome, aortic stenosis, heart failure, low blood pressure, or coronary artery disease

It may not be advisable to take Adalat. You may also be given dosage adjustments or may be required to undergo special monitoring during the treatment period with Adalat.

Adalat is in a class of drugs called FDA Pregnancy Category C. This entails that Adalat effects to an unborn fetus is not known. It is therefore suggested to see your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to be before taking this drug.

This medication passes into breast milk. Nursing moms are strongly recommended to see their doctor prior to taking Adalat.

Patients over 65 years old may be given lower dosage of Adalat as they are more prone to incurring side effects.

Adalat Intake Instructions

Adalat must be taken exactly as directed by your doctor. If there is any instruction in the label that appears unclear to you, ask your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist.

Each dose of Adalat is taken with a full glass of water on an empty stomach. The pills must be swallowed whole and not crushed, chewed, or broken down.

So as not to worsen your condition, do not discontinue intake of Adalat unless otherwise directed by your physician.

Refrain from consuming grapefruit or grape juice while under medication of Adalat as it may cause interactions and lead to severe side effects.

Procardoa XL tablet may be seen in the stool. This is normal as the tablet is made to be eliminated by the body that way.

Adalat Missed Dose

Unless directed by your doctor, Adalat must not be double dosed. If you miss a dose, take Adalat as soon as you remember as long as it is not almost time for the next scheduled dose. Otherwise, forego missed dose and proceed with the next one.

Adalat Overdose

Over dosage of Adalat is made evident by:

• Dizziness
• Weakness
• Chest pain
• Shortness of breath
• Fain ting
• Unusually faster or slower heartbeat
• Coma
• Slurred speech
• Confusion

If any of the above conditions is observed with Adalat, seek immediate medical treatment.

Adalat Side Effects

Stop intake and seek medical assistance if you feel any of the following severe conditions:

• Allergic reactions such as difficulty in breathing, closing of the throat, swelling of the lips, tongue, face, or hives
• Unusually fast or slow heartbeat
• Severe dizziness or fainting
• Psychosis
• Yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice)
• Swelling of the legs or ankles

Minor side effects that are more likely to occur include:

• Headache, fatigue, tiredness
• Flushing
• Insomnia
• Vivid or abnormal dreams
• Nausea or constipation
• Increased urination

In any of the cases mentioned above, continue use of Adalat and inform your doctor.

For other side effects not listed that are particularly causing discomfort or pain when using Adalat, tell your doctor at once.

Adalat Drug Interactions

Other drugs may have adverse interactions with Adalat. Such would include:

• Other heart medications to treat the same or another condition
• cimetidine (Ta gamet, Ta gamet HB)
• erythromycin (E-Mycin, E.E.S., Eryc, Ery-Tab, others)
• itraconazole (Sporanox) or ketoconazole (Nizoral)
• carbamazepine (Tegretol)
• phenytoin (Dilantin)
• rifampin (Rifadin, Rimactane) or rifabutin (Mycobutin )

If you are taking any of the above medications, inform your doctor. You may need to undergo special monitoring or may be given dosage adjustments. You may also be refrained from taking Adalat.

Always have a talk with your doctor prior to taking other prescribed or over-the-counter medicines, including herbal products, while under treatment with Adalat.

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