Nimodipine Benefits & Uses

Nimodipine is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Brain Hemorrhage

Other Benefits

Brain Injury

Nimodipine Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Brain Injury Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 400 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 hourly Course Duration: 3 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Brain Injury Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 400 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 hourly Course Duration: 3 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Nimodipine Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Nimodipine is used -

Moderate

Wheezing
Jaundice (Read More - Home Remedies for Jaundice)
Palpitations (fluttering in chest)
Anemia (Read More - Home Remedies for Anaemia)

Mild

Headache
Nausea or vomiting
Diarrhoea
Flushing
Muscle Ache (Read More - Home Remedies for Muscle Aches)
Excessive sweating

Nimodipine Related Warnings

Is the use of Nimodipine safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Nimodipine. If you are pregnant, do not take Nimodipine without a doctor's advice.

Severe
Is the use of Nimodipine safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Nimodipine. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.

Severe
What is the effect of Nimodipine on the Kidneys?

Nimodipine does not damage the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Nimodipine on the Liver?

In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Nimodipine on the liver, information on safety of Nimodipine for liver is unavailable.

Unknown
What is the effect of Nimodipine on the Heart?

Nimodipine may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Nimodipine with Other Drugs

Nimodipine should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Amoxicillin,Omeprazole,Clarithromycin

Ketoconazole

Moderate

Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan,Paracetamol,Phenylephrine

Aspirin(ASA),Paracetamol,Caffeine

Paracetamol,Codeine

Diclofenac

Diazepam

Ibuprofen

Nimodipine Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Nimodipine unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate)
Heart Failure
Low Blood Pressure
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Nimodipine

Is this Nimodipine habit forming or addictive?

Nimodipine is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Nimodipine, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Nimodipine can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Nimodipine only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, the use of Nimodipine in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Nimodipine Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Nimodipine

Nimodipine may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Nimodipine

Consumption of alcohol and Nimodipine together may have severe effects on your health.

Severe

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Nimotop® (nimodipine)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 550

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 911-913

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