Uses of Nidipine SR

Hypertension (high blood pressure)
Angina (heart-related chest pain)

Side effects of Nidipine SR

Ankle swelling
Dizziness
Edema (swelling)
Fatigue
Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk)
Headache
Palpitations

How to use Nidipine SR

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Nidipine SR may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Nidipine SR works

Nidipine SR is a calcium channel blocker. In high blood pressure, it normalizes the blood pressure by relaxing the blood vessels to reduce the pressure on them, thereby improving the blood flow in the body. The enhanced blood flow in the body further relaxes the heart muscles by reducing the workload on the heart. It also improves the oxygen flow in the body, thereby, preventing any heart-related chest pain.

What if you forget to take Nidipine SR?

If you miss a dose of Nidipine SR, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Quick Tips

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 Nicardia Retard 20 Tablet SR. 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 Nicardia Retard 20 Tablet SR affects you.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Safety Advice

CAUTION – Alcohol: Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Nidipine SR. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Pregnancy: Nidipine SR 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.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Breastfeeding: Nidipine SR is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
CAUTION – Driving: Nidipine SR may cause dizziness or weakness due to low blood pressure. Do not drive if these symptoms occur. \nNidipine SR may make you feel dizzy, faint, extremely tired or have visual disturbances. This may affect your ability to drive.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Kidney: Nidipine SR is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Nidipine SR is recommended.\nHowever, talk to your doctor if you have any underlying kidney disease.
CAUTION – Liver: Nidipine SR should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Nidipine SR may be needed. Please consult your doctor.