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Adalat is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Capsule. It is primarily used for the treatment of High BP. Adalat also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Adalat is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The side effects typically associated with Adalat include Headache. While these are the most often observed Adalat side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Adalat are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Adalat's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Adalat related warnings talks about Adalat's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Adalat is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Heart Failure are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Adalat are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Adalat may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Adalat, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Adalat is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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
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Is the use of Adalat safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Adalat. If you are pregnant, do not take Adalat without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Adalat safe during breastfeeding?
Adalat may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Adalat on the Kidneys?
Using Adalat does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Adalat on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Adalat on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Adalat on the Heart?
There is no research available on the side effects of Adalat on the heart. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
Adalat should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Adalat unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Adalat habit forming or addictive?
Adalat is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Adalat as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Adalat should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Adalat is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Adalat
Taking Adalat with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Adalat
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Adalat with alcohol.
Adalat is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation.
No, you cannot take [medicine] with Ibuprofen, as ibuprofen may increase your blood pressure, you are advised to consult your doctor before taking this combination.
Yes, Adalat can cause edema (swelling). It is the common side effects of this drug. Usually swelling occurs in feet and ankle. If these effects cause troublesome, then consult your doctor regarding whether this effect arises due to nifedipine consumption or not. If yes, then you can stop taking this medicine with the help of a doctor because alternate treatment is also available. However, it is dose-related effects if taken a low dose, chances of edema are very less if consuming a high dose the chances of edema are high.
Yes, Adalat can cause constipation. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, if you are experiencing severe constipation after taking this drug then inform your doctor and take precautionary methods such as eating fibrous foods to avoid constipation.
Yes, Adalat can cause stomach upset. It is an uncommon side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing stomach upset after taking this medicine.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Procardia XL® (nifedipine)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 549
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 907-909
