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Nifidip is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of High BP. The alternative uses of Nifidip have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Nifidip. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Nifidip include Headache. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Nifidip can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Nifidip 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.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Nifidip is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Nifidip related warnings talks about Nifidip's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Nifidip can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Nifidip in conditions like Heart Failure. Some other conditions that can be affected by Nifidip are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Nifidip have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Nifidip, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Nifidip 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 Nifidip safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Nifidip. If you are pregnant, do not take Nifidip without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Nifidip safe during breastfeeding?
Nifidip may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Nifidip on the Kidneys?
Nifidip is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Nifidip on the Liver?
Nifidip may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Nifidip on the Heart?
Information about safety of Nifidip for heart is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
Nifidip 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 Nifidip unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Nifidip habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Nifidip is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Nifidip as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Nifidip is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Nifidip is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Nifidip
Taking Nifidip with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Nifidip
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Nifidip and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Yes, Nifidip may cause hair loss. It is a rare side effect of this drug. This problem goes away after discontinuation of the drug. However, if you notice excessive hair loss then consult it with your doctor.
Nifidip is the brand name of nifedipine. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medications called calcium channel blockers. It is available in solid oral dosage forms like tablets and capsules. It is used alone and with other medications to treat high blood pressure (high BP). It is also used in the treatment of angina (chest pain).
Yes, Nifidip has been reported to cause weight gain. It is a known side effect of this drug. However, if you experience any unusual sudden weight gain after taking this drug, then consult it with your doctor without further delay.
Yes, Nifidip 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.
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.
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
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 907-909