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About Angifine 20mg Tablet SR

NIFEDIPINE belongs to a group of medications called Calcium channel blockers primarily used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Hypertension (High blood pressure) is a condition in which the force exerted by the blood against the artery walls becomes so high that it causes health problems, such as heart disease. It is also used to reduce strokes and chest pain (angina) caused by the arteries' blockage. In addition to this, NIFEDIPINE is also used to treat preterm labour.

NIFEDIPINE works by relaxing the blood vessels; this lowers your blood pressure and reduces your risk of having a stroke, a heart attack, other heart problems, or kidney problems in the future. This medicine needs to be taken regularly to be effective and also for the best results.

Uses of Angifine 20mg Tablet SR

Hypertension (high blood pressure)

Medicinal Benefits of Angifine 20mg Tablet SR

NIFEDIPINE works by relaxing the blood vessels; this lowers your blood pressure and reduces your risk of having a stroke, a heart attack, heart-related chest pain (angina) other heart problems, or kidney problems in the future. This medicine needs to be taken regularly to be effective and also for the best results.

Directions for Use

NIFEDIPINE should be taken with food to allow the absorption to be slower and the risk of orthostatic hypotension to be reduced or as directed by your physician. Swallow the whole tablet with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew, or break it.

Side Effects of Angifine 20mg Tablet SR

Most of the side effects of NIFEDIPINE do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor. The most common side effects of NIFEDIPINE are low blood pressure, headache, slow heartbeat, dizziness, rash. In some people, some of these events may continue after you stop taking NIFEDIPINE. Very rarely, it can cause peripheral oedema (swelling of your lower legs or hands), angioedema (swelling in the deep layers of the skin), flushing (reddening of your neck, upper chest, or face). It is not necessary for everyone to experience the above side effects. In case of any discomfort, speak with your doctor. 

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In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

NIFEDIPINE should be taken with caution in patients with chest pain (angina), congestive heart failure, liver/kidney disease, hypotension (low blood pressure), peripheral oedema (swelling of hands/legs), diabetes. You should monitor your blood pressure regularly to make sure the NIFEDIPINE is working efficiently. Besides, this prolonged intake of NIFEDIPINE can lower blood pressure (hypotension). So, daily monitoring of blood pressure is advisable. 

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction:

 NIFEDIPINE is known to interact when taken with an anticancer drug (quinidine), antiepileptic medicine (phenytoin), anti TB drug (rifampicin), antibiotics (erythromycin), other blood pressure-lowering pills and anti-psychotic drugs, anti-HIV drug (iamprendinavir, nelfinavir, ritonavir, saquinavir or amprenavir), drugs used to treat insomnia or anxiety (Phenobarbital).

Drug-Disease Interaction:

 NIFEDIPINE is contraindicated in patients with severe aortic stenosis (narrowed heart valve), cardiogenic shock (when suddenly heart does not get enough blood supply), the recent history of unstable angina (chest pain), heart failure and hypotension (low blood pressure).

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL

NIFEDIPINE can cause excessive drowsiness and increase the risk of stomach problems.

PREGNANCY

If you are pregnant, think you may be pregnant, or plan to have a baby, ask your doctor for advice before taking this medicine. You may be able to use NIFEDIPINE but only after special consideration by your doctor.

BREAST FEEDING

Do not take NIFEDIPINE as it may pass through the breast milk.

DRIVING

NIFEDIPINE may cause side effects, which could affect your ability to drive.

LIVER

There is limited information available on the use of NIFEDIPINE in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

KIDNEY

NIFEDIPINE is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.