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Description
SKYDIPIN 30mg Tablets contain Nifedipine as the active ingredient.
Primary Medical Uses:
– Treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure).
– Management of angina pectoris (chest pain) caused by coronary artery disease.
– Used in certain cases of Raynaud’s phenomenon and other circulatory disorders.
Drug Class:
– Calcium channel blocker (dihydropyridine class).
General Mechanism of Action:
– Works by relaxing the smooth muscles of blood vessels, leading to vasodilation.
– This vasodilation lowers blood pressure and improves blood flow to the heart, reducing chest pain.
Common Forms:
– Oral tablets, often in immediate or extended-release formulations.
– Available in various strengths, including 30mg tablets.
Dosage Instructions:
– Dosage is individualized based on the condition being treated.
– Typically started at a low dose with gradual adjustment by a healthcare provider.
– Extended-release forms are usually taken once or twice daily, while immediate-release forms may require more frequent dosing.
– Should be taken consistently and according to a healthcare provider’s guidance.
Possible Side Effects, Contraindications, or Interactions:
– Common side effects include headache, flushing, dizziness, swelling of the feet or ankles, and palpitations.
– Contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to nifedipine or related drugs.
– Caution is advised when used with other blood pressure medications, especially beta-blockers and other calcium channel blockers.
– Not recommended during pregnancy unless clearly necessary and under strict medical supervision.
SKYDIPIN 30mg Tablets are used primarily to manage high blood pressure and angina by relaxing blood vessels and improving blood flow.
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