Masdipine SR 30mg 20 S

What it is used for: Hypertension.

Indications as listed by the manufacturer: It is used to treat high blood pressure or angina.

How it works: It works by relaxing and expanding the blood vessels. This makes the blood flow more easily and lowers blood pressure. Lower blood pressure reduces the strain on your heart.

Active ingredient: Nifedipine.

Reported side effects: Common side effects (These may affect up to 1 in 10 people) : • Headache • flushing • general feeling of being unwell • constipation • swelling, particularly of the ankles and legs . Uncommon side effects (These may affect up to 1 in 100 people) : • Stomach pain (abdominal pain) • unspecific pain • chills • low blood pressure when standing up (symptoms include fainting, dizziness, light headedness, occasional palpitations, blurred vision and sometimes confusion) • fainting • irregular heartbeat (palpitations) • dry mouth • indigestion or upset stomach • wind (flatulence) • feeling sick (nausea) • muscle cramps .

Known drug interactions: Rifampicin • Cimetidine • Digoxin, diltiazem, quinidine or beta-blockers • Quinupristin/dalfopristin • Phenytoin, carbamazepine or valproic acid • Cisapride • Magnesium sulphate • Erythromycin • Ketoconazole, itraconazole or fluconazole • Indinavir, nelfinavir, ritonavir, saquinavir or amprenavir • Fluoxetine or nefazodone • Tacrolimus • Phenobarbital.

Adults : Hypertension : Initially 10-20 mg twice daily adjusting to response , usually 10-40mg twice daily. Alternately 1 tab of 30mg once daily , preferably in empty stomach; the dose, if necessary may be increased to 1 tab of 60 mg once daily. Angina : Initially 10mg three times daily adjusted according to response , usually 10-20mg three times daily with or after meals. If immediate effect required , bite capsule and allow liquid to remain in the mouth. Children : Not recommended. OR As directed by your physician.

Active ingredient: Nifedipine. Labelled strength: 30mg.

Store this medicine at room temperature, away from direct light and heat.

Manufactured by Masdipine Pharma (Pvt) Ltd.. Country of origin: Switzerland.