Caldip 10mg Infusion
Rs.96for 1 bottle(s) (10 infusions each)
food interaction for Caldip Infusion
alcohol interaction for Caldip Infusion
pregnancy interaction for Caldip Infusion
lactation interaction for Caldip Infusion
food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
No interaction found/established
Caldip 10mg Infusion may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
UNSAFE
Caldip 10mg Infusion may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Caldip 10mg Infusion is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
SALT INFORMATION FOR Caldip 10mg Infusion
Nimodipine(10mg)
Caldip infusion uses
{med_name} is used in the treatment of subarachnoid haemorrhage.
How caldip infusion works
Caldip 10mg Infusion is a calcium channel blocker. It relaxes the narrow blood vessels in the brain and makes the blood flow more easily. This prevents brain damage after bleeding around the brain.
Common side effects of caldip infusion
Rash, Headache, Stomach discomfort, Nausea, Decreased blood pressure, Slow heart rate
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Expert advice FOR Caldip Infusion
- Your doctor will monitor your blood pressure and heart rate during the treatment with this medicine.
- A sudden drop in your blood pressure may occur, especially when you first start taking Nimodipine. To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Frequently asked questions FOR Caldip 10mg Infusion
Nimodipine
Q. What is Caldip 10mg Infusion?
Caldip 10mg Infusion belongs to a class of medicines known as calcium channel blockers. Caldip 10mg Infusion is used to prevent any further damage to the brain function which happens after subarachnoid haemorrhage (bleeding around the brain when a weak nerve in the brain bursts).
Q. How does Caldip 10mg Infusion work?
Caldip 10mg Infusion relaxes and widens the blood vessels so that blood can flow easily through them, thereby improving the blood supply to the brain. This as a result decreases brain damage due to internal bleeding in the brain and also prevents vasospasm (reflex narrowing of blood vessels caused by this bleeding).
Q. What precautions do I need to take while taking Caldip 10mg Infusion?
Talk to your doctor if you ever had head injury or bleeding in and around the brain. Let your doctor know about all the other medicines you are taking because they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine. If you have been taking this medicine through a drip, it is likely that you may be switched to a tablet form of Caldip 10mg Infusion to continue your treatment, once the drip is stopped. Inform your doctor if you have any problems with your heart, brain or liver. Do not take Caldip 10mg Infusion if you are allergic to it or any of its ingredients. Caldip 10mg Infusion should not be given to children below the age of 18 as the safety of Caldip 10mg Infusion is not known in children. Do not take antacids for 2 hours before or after taking Caldip 10mg Infusion as this may prevent the medication from working. Avoid taking alcohol while taking Caldip 10mg Infusion as it may only worsen the dizziness that may occur as a side effect of Caldip 10mg Infusion. You should not drive or do anything that requires focus as your alertness may be affected by Caldip 10mg Infusion. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding or planning to conceive, please consult your doctor before taking Caldip 10mg Infusion.