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Nimodipine Medication Information
Discover comprehensive details about Nimodipine, including its pronunciation, uses, dosage instructions, indications, and guidelines on how and when to take it or avoid it.
The updated prescription information covers potential side effects, precautions, warnings, and storage recommendations.
Additionally, explore the Nimodipine brands available in India and internationally, along with pricing information. For personalized advice, consult your healthcare provider.
Generic Name : Nimodipine Pronunciation : nye-MOE-di-peen ICD Code : Y52.3 Therapeutic Classification : VasodilatorsBrand Names or Trade Names of Nimodipine
India :
International :
Nimotop, Nymalize
Why is Nimodipine Prescribed? (Indications)
This medication is a calcium channel blocker, prescribed for brain hemorrhage (bleeding in the brain) and also rarely used for high blood pressure. It increases blood flow to injured brain tissue.When should Nimodipine not be taken? (Contraindications)
Hypersensitivity.What is the dosage of Nimodipine?
Oral: The recommended dose is 60 mg (two 30 mg capsules) every 4 hours for 21 consecutive days.How should Nimodipine be taken?
It comes as a tablet and capsule to take by mouth, on an empty stomach, either 1-hour before a meal, or 2 hours after a meal.What are the warnings and precautions for Nimodipine?
• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of heart, liver or kidney disease, any allergy, recent head injury, who are taking other medications, elderly, children, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.• It may cause dizziness, lightheadedness or drowsiness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.
• Avoid alcohol consumption.
• Monitor blood pressure regularly while taking this medication.
What are the side effects of Nimodipine?
Central Nervous System- Dizziness, lightheadedness, headache and depression.Heart- Flushing, fast/slow heart rate, fainting and low blood pressure.
Gastrointestinal- Heartburn, stomach upset, constipation, nausea and vomiting.
Allergic reactions- Rash, difficulty in swallowing/breathing and swelling of the face, eyes, lips, tongue, arms or legs.