Nicardia Retard 10 Mg

Nicardia Retard 10 Mg

Nicardia Retard 10 Mg is a short acting medicine used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure) and angina (heart-related chest pain). It helps to lower high blood pressure and thus reduces the chances of future heart attack and stroke. Nicardia Retard 10 Mg should be used along with a proper diet, salt restriction and regular exercise for best results. It should be taken regularly at a fixed time every day. Nicardia Retard 10 Mg should not be stopped abruptly. It may cause palpitations, tachycardia (increased heart rate), dizziness and ankle swelling as a side effect. Hence, this medicine should strictly be used as advised by your doctor.

Drug = Nifedipine

Strength = 10 Mg

Manufacturer = J B Chemicals and Pharmaceuticals Ltd

How To Take

Take Nicardia Retard 10 Mg in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Nicardia Retard 10 Mg may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Dosage

Nicardia CD Retard 30 Mg

Nicardia Retard 10 Mg

Nicardia Retard 20 Mg

Nicardia XL 30 Mg

Nicardia XL 60 Mg

Nicardia 10 Mg

Nicardia 5 Mg

Side Effects

Fatigue

Ankle swelling

Sleepiness

Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk)

Headache

Nausea

Dizziness

Palpitations

Edema (swelling)

Abdominal pain

Warning

Pregnancy :- Nicardia Retard 10 Mg is not recommended for use during pregnancy unless absolutely necessary. Consult your doctor about the potential benefits and risks before deciding to take Nicardia Retard 10 Mg.

Breast-feeding :- Nicardia Retard 10 Mg is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. Consult your doctor about the potential benefits and risks before deciding to take Nicardia Retard 10 Mg.

Hypotension :- Use with caution in patients with severe aortic stenosis as it may lower the blood pressure because of the gradual onset of action. Consult your doctor if you experience any undesired effects.

Myocardial infarction or angina :- Use with caution while starting or increasing the dose in patients with coronary artery diseases as it may worsen the symptoms of myocardial infarction or angina.

Uses

Nicardia Retard 10 Mg is used to treat high blood pressure and other heart complications. Nicardia Retard 10 Mg should be taken in conjunction with a proper diet and regular exercise. It is also used in managing chest pain.