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Isradipine Medication Information
Learn everything you need to know about Isradipine-pronunciation, uses, dosage guidelines, indications, and when to take or avoid it.
Get up-to-date information on side effects, precautions, warnings, and proper storage to ensure safe usage.
Explore Isradipine brand names commonly used in India and internationally, along with detailed pricing information. Consult your healthcare provider for tailored medical advice.
Generic Name : Isradipine Pronunciation : iz-RA-di-peen ICD Code : Y52.5 Therapeutic Classification : Anti- HypertensivesBrand Names or Trade Names of Isradipine
International :
Dynacirc R, Dynacirc Cr
Why is Isradipine Prescribed? (Indications)
This medication is a calcium channel blocker, used to treat high blood pressure. It relaxes blood vessels; thus it reduces the risk of heart attack and stroke. This medication is also effective in treating Raynaud’s disease.When should Isradipine not be taken? (Contraindications)
Allergic to the drug or components of the product.What is the dosage of Isradipine?
PO- The recommended dose is 2.5 to 10 mg/day in 2 divided doses (max dose 20 mg/day).How should Isradipine be taken?
It comes as a capsule and tablet to take by mouth.What are the warnings and precautions for Isradipine?
•It may cause dizziness, drowsiness, or lightheadedness. Do not drive a car or operate machines while taking this medication.• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of heart, liver or kidney disease or history of gastrointestinal obstruction, children, elderly, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
What are the side effects of Isradipine?
Most Common- Headache, dizziness or lightheadedness, flushing, constipation, fatigue, abdominal discomfort and rash.Skin- Itching, hives and severe allergic reactions.
Musculoskeletal- Body aches, pain and cramps of legs/feet.
Respiratory- Difficulty in breathing, nasal congestion and cough.
Heart- Nosebleed, fast heart rate, chest pain, shortness of breath, low blood pressure, fainting, heart attack, heart failure and swelling of feet.
Gastrointestinal- Constipation, diarrhea, vomiting and increased or decreased appetite.
Genitourinary- Frequent urination, impotence, painful urination.
Central Nervous System- Drowsiness, sleeplessness, lethargy, nervousness, decreases in sexual activities, impotence, depression, numbness and tingling, transient ischemic attack and stroke.
Eye and ENT- Dry mouth and visual disturbances.
Miscellaneous- Weight gain/loss, fever, decrease in white blood cell, excessive sweating and liver dysfunction.