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Nimodivine 30mg Tablet

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Composition FOR Nimodivine 30mg Tablet

Nimodipine(30mg)

food interaction for Nimodivine Tablet

alcohol interaction for Nimodivine Tablet

pregnancy interaction for Nimodivine Tablet

lactation interaction for Nimodivine Tablet

food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
Nimodivine 30mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
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CAUTION
Nimodivine 30mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
UNSAFE
Nimodivine 30mg Tablet 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
Nimodivine 30mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

SALT INFORMATION FOR Nimodivine 30mg Tablet

Nimodipine(30mg)

Nimodivine tablet uses

{med_name} is used in the treatment of Angina (heart-related chest pain), Arrhythmia, hypertensive emergency, subarachnoid haemorrhage and anal fissure.

How nimodivine tablet works

Nimodivine 30mg Tablet 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 nimodivine tablet

Decreased blood pressure, Headache, Increased heart rate, Nausea, Rash, Stomach discomfort, Edema (swelling), Muscle cramp

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Expert advice FOR Nimodivine Tablet

  • Take it as per dose and duration suggested by your doctor.
  • Do not take any antacids for 2 hours before or after taking Nimodipine as it may affect the working of the 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.
  • Your doctor will monitor your blood pressure and heart rate during the treatment with this medicine.
  • Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding. 
  • You have been prescribed Nimodipine to improve your blood pressure and/or to reduce the number and severity of angina attacks.
  • Lowering blood pressure reduces the chance of future heart attack and stroke.
  • Take it at the same time every day to help you remember to take it.
  • 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.
  • It can cause ankle or foot swelling. To reduce the swelling, raise your legs while you are sitting down. Talk to your doctor if it does not go away.
  • It may cause dizziness. Do not drive or perform any activity that requires mental focus until you know how Nimodipine affects you. 
  • Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding. 

Frequently asked questions FOR Nimodivine 30mg Tablet

Nimodipine

Q. How does Nimodivine 30mg Tablet work?
Nimodivine 30mg Tablet 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 is Nimodivine 30mg Tablet?
Nimodivine 30mg Tablet belongs to a class of medicines known as calcium channel blockers. Nimodivine 30mg Tablet 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. I am better now after taking Nimodivine 30mg Tablet. Can I stop taking it?
No, do not stop taking Nimodivine 30mg Tablet even if you start feeling better after taking it. This medicine is usually taken for 2 to 4 weeks. However, you must continue taking Nimodivine 30mg Tablet in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. If you stop taking it suddenly without consulting your doctor, your condition may worsen. Therefore, it is very important to follow your doctor’s instructions carefully and keep your doctor informed if you face any issues while taking Nimodivine 30mg Tablet.
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Q. What are the side effects of Nimodivine 30mg Tablet?
The most common side effects of Nimodivine 30mg Tablet are decreased blood pressure, headache, increased or decreased heart rate, nausea, rash, stomach discomfort, edema (swelling) and muscle cramps. These are usually not bothersome but you must consult your doctor if any of these worries you or gets worse.
Q. What precautions do I need to take while taking Nimodivine 30mg Tablet?
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 Nimodivine 30mg Tablet 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 Nimodivine 30mg Tablet if you are allergic to it or any of its ingredients. Nimodivine 30mg Tablet should not be given to children below the age of 18 as the safety of Nimodivine 30mg Tablet is not known in children. Do not take antacids for 2 hours before or after taking Nimodivine 30mg Tablet as this may prevent the medication from working. Avoid taking alcohol while taking Nimodivine 30mg Tablet as it may only worsen the dizziness that may occur as a side effect of Nimodivine 30mg Tablet. You should not drive or do anything that requires focus as your alertness may be affected by Nimodivine 30mg Tablet. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding or planning to conceive, please consult your doctor before taking Nimodivine 30mg Tablet.
Q. How do I give Nimodivine 30mg Tablet to a person who is unable to swallow properly?
If a person is unable to swallow properly, the doctor will suggest ways to give Nimodivine 30mg Tablet via a nasogastric tube. You must not mix the contents of Nimodivine 30mg Tablet into any other liquid or medicine as it may affect the working of the medicine. Nimodivine 30mg Tablet should not be injected. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit.
Q. What if I take an overdose of Nimodivine 30mg Tablet by mistake?
If you take an overdose of Nimodivine 30mg Tablet by mistake, get emergency medical help. Your blood pressure may decrease considerably and you may feel lightheaded or faint also. You may also experience irregular heart rate (fast or slow), making you feel sick or nauseated.
Q. What if I forget to take a dose of Nimodivine 30mg Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Nimodivine 30mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. Carry on taking that day’s dose at 4-hour intervals. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one.
Q. Can I take Nimodivine 30mg Tablet with food?
Nimodivine 30mg Tablet can be taken with or without food. Avoid eating grapefruit (chakotra) or drinking grapefruit juice while taking Nimodivine 30mg Tablet.
Q. Is Nimodivine 30mg Tablet safe during pregnancy and breastfeeding?
No, Nimodivine 30mg Tablet is not safe if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding. Please consult your doctor before taking, as it may cause harmful effects to the baby.

Content on this page was last updated on 10 November, 2024, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)