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Cardipin (Intas) is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of High BP. Secondary and off-label uses of Cardipin (Intas) have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Cardipin (Intas). Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Cardipin (Intas) also has some side effects, the most common being Headache. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Cardipin (Intas) can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Cardipin (Intas) normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Cardipin (Intas) has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Cardipin (Intas) related warnings talks about Cardipin (Intas)'s effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Cardipin (Intas) can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Cardipin (Intas) in conditions like Heart Failure. Other contraindications of Cardipin (Intas) have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Cardipin (Intas) have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Cardipin (Intas) is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Cardipin (Intas) 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 Cardipin (Intas) safe for pregnant women?
Cardipin (Intas) shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Cardipin (Intas) safe during breastfeeding?
Cardipin (Intas) may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Cardipin (Intas) on the Kidneys?
Cardipin (Intas) does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Cardipin (Intas) on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Cardipin (Intas) on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Cardipin (Intas) on the Heart?
In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Cardipin (Intas) on the heart, information on safety of Cardipin (Intas) for the heart is unavailable.
Cardipin (Intas) 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 Cardipin (Intas) unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cardipin (Intas) habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Cardipin (Intas) is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Cardipin (Intas) you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Cardipin (Intas) only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Cardipin (Intas) for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Cardipin (Intas)
Taking Cardipin (Intas) with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cardipin (Intas)
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Cardipin (Intas) and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Take Cardipin (Intas) as directed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed by your doctor.
Cardipin (Intas) comes in the form of a tablet and capsule. The capsules are taken 3 to 4 times daily or as advised by your doctor but extended-release tablets should be taken once daily with or without food at any time of the day. Precautions must be taken in patients with liver disease, diabetes, and kidney disease. Do not drink grapefruit juice or eat grapefruit 3 days before and while taking Cardipin (Intas).
Yes, Cardipin (Intas) 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, Cardipin (Intas) can cause erectile dysfunction. It is an uncommon side effect of this drug. If you experience erectile dysfunction after consuming this drug, please inform a doctor, they might give you alternate treatment.
Discontinuation of Cardipin (Intas) on your own can cause unwanted side effects. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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
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