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Ivabradine
Latest prescription information about Ivabradine. Learn how to pronounce the drug’s name, its indications, dosage, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, its storage instructions and warnings if any when taken during pregnancy. Also listed are the International and Indian trade name(s) of the drug and its price list.
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Generic Name : Ivabradine
Trade Name(s):
India- Ivabid, Ivabrad. International- Coralan, Corlentor, Procoralan, Coraxan. This medication is a cardiotonic agent, prescribed for angina pectoris. When it is not to be taken (Contraindications):
When it is to be taken : Adult: PO- Initial: The recommended dose is 5 mg twice daily. Increase if necessary to 7.5 mg twice daily after 3-4 weeks. It may be reduced upto 2.5-5 mg twice daily if needed. How it should be taken : It comes as a tablet to take by mouth, with food. Special Instruction : * Caution should be exercised in patients with abnormal heart rhythm, high blood pressure, stroke, who are taking other medications, liver impairment, runny nose, any allergy, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. * Patient may develop with increased risk of fluctuating eye pressure; if it is so stop the medication immediately. * Monitor regularly for atrial flutter occurrence while taking this medication. * It may cause blurred vision, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication. Side Effects : Heart - Slow heart rate, palpitations, heart block, abnormal heart rhythm, difficulty in breathing and fainting. Central Nervous System - Headache, and dizziness. Eye - Blurred vision. Gastrointestinal - Nausea, vomiting and constipation. Blood - Eosinophilia. Musculoskeletal - Muscle cramps and muscle weakness. * Avoid excess dosage. Storage Conditions : Store it at room temperature (25°C). |
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