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ADALAT
CC
IMPORTANT NOTE:
THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION IS INTENDED TO SUPPLEMENT, NOT SUBSTITUTE
FOR, THE EXPERTISE AND JUDGMENT OF YOUR PHYSICIAN, PHARMACIST OR
OTHER HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONAL. IT SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED TO
INDICATE THAT USE OF THE DRUG IS SAFE, APPROPRIATE, OR EFFECTIVE FOR
YOU. CONSULT YOUR HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONAL BEFORE USING ADALAT CC.
NIFEDIPINE SUSTAINED ACTION - ORAL (nye-FED-eh-peen)
COMMON BRAND NAME(S):
Adalat CC
USES:
ADALAT CC is a calcium channel blocker. Calcium is involved in blood
vessel contraction. By blocking calcium, nifedipine relaxes and
widens the blood vessels. It is used to treat high blood pressure.
OTHER USES:
ADALAT CC may also be used for chest pain (angina).
HOW TO TAKE ADALAT CC:
Best if taken on an empty stomach but may be taken with food. Be
consistent; either always with food or without. Tablets should be
swallowed whole, preferably with a full glass of water. Do not chew,
divide or crush before taking. Do not stop taking suddenly.
SIDE EFFECTS:
ADALAT CC may cause dizziness and lightheadedness especially during
the first few days. Avoid activities requiring alertness. When you
sit or lie down for a while, get up slowly to minimize dizziness and
allow your body to adjust. You may also experience bloating,
heartburn, nausea, blurred vision, muscle cramps, headache,
flushing, sweating, sleep disturbances or ankle/foot swelling.
Notify your doctor promptly if these effects persist or worsen. Notify
your doctor promptly if you develop:
chest pain, irregular pulse. In the unlikely event you have an
allergic reaction to this drug, seek medical attention immediately.
Symptoms of an allergic reaction include:
rash, itching, swelling (especially facial), dizziness, trouble
breathing. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact
your doctor or pharmacist.
PRECAUTIONS:
Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of:
liver disease, heart failure, allergies (especially drug allergies.
If you are scheduled to have surgery (including dental surgery) tell
the doctor you use nifedipine. Limit using alcohol while taking
ADALAT CC. Do not allow anyone else to take ADALAT CC. Before taking
ADALAT CC, tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breast-feeding.
DRUG INTERACTIONS:
Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription drugs
you are taking, especially of:
beta-blockers, digoxin, quinidine, cimetidine, calcium supplements,
fentanyl, barbiturates, phenytoin, magnesium sulfate injection, high
blood pressure drugs. Avoid any drugs that increase your heart-rate
(the decongestants phenylephrine, pseudoephedrine and
phenylpropanolamine are examples). These drugs are commonly found in
over-the-counter cough-and-cold products. Do not eat grapefruit or
drink grapefruit juice unless your doctor instructs you otherwise.
Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist
approval.
OVERDOSE:
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center
or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include
rapid, slow, or irregular heartbeat; dizziness; fainting; and loss
of consciousness.
MISSED DOSE:
If you miss a dose, take as soon as remembered; do not take if it is
almost time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and
resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not "double-up" the
dose to catch up.
STORAGE:
Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (between 15
and 30 degrees C) away from moisture and sunlight. Do not store in
the bathroom.
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