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Udp is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of High BP. The alternative uses of Udp have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Udp depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Udp as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Udp go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Udp's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Udp related warnings talks about Udp's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Udp is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Liver Disease as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Udp contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Udp may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Udp, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Udp 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
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Udp is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Udp safe for pregnant women?
Udp can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Udp safe during breastfeeding?
No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Udp on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Udp will cause side effects or not.
What is the effect of Udp on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Udp. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Udp on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Udp. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Udp only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Udp on the Heart?
Udp is not harmful for the heart.
Udp 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 Udp unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Udp habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Udp has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Udp since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Udp is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Udp in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Udp
There is no information on the effects of taking Udp with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Udp
Taking [medicine] and alcohol at the same time may lead to mild side effects. Contact your doctor right away if you observe any side effects.
Udp is calcium channel blocker. It works by inhibiting the movement of calcium into vascular smooth muscle cells and cardiac cells which inhibits the contraction of cardiac muscle and vascular smooth muscle and reduce electrical conduction within heart cell and dilate blood vessel. Dilation of the blood vessel reduces the blood pressure.
Yes, Udp can cause erectile dysfunction. It is uncommon side effects of this drug. If you experience erectile dysfunction after consuming this drug, please inform to a doctor, they might give you an alternate therapy.
Yes, Udp can be taken with ibuprofen. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking ibuprofen do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Yes, Udp can be taken with paracetamol. No drug-drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking ibuprofen do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
No, Udp should not be discontinued on your own. Discontinuation of a drug on your own can cause some serious problem such as blood pressure or chest pain which lead to heart attack and stroke. So before stopping this medicine, you must consult your doctor, he/she may switch your treatment if you can not tolerate this drug.
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B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience