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Isradipine Medication Information
Get detailed information on Isradipine, including pronunciation, uses, dosage guidelines, indications, and instructions on how and when to take it and when to avoid it.
The updated prescription information on Isradipine provides an overview of possible side effects, precautions, warnings, and storage tips.
You'll also find brand names used in india and internationally, along with pricing details. For further clarification, consult your healthcare provider.
Generic Name : Isradipine Pronunciation : iz-RA-di-peen ICD Code : Y52.5 Therapeutic Classification : Anti- HypertensivesTrade Names/Brand 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.
