About ▼ Careers Internship MedBlogs Contact us

LOGIN REGISTER

Advertisement

Medindia » Drugs » Side effects of Drugs

Side effect(s) of Nimodipine

Read the side effects of Nimodipine as described in the medical literature. In case of any doubt consult your doctor or pharmacist.

Central Nervous System- Dizziness, lightheadedness, headache and depression.

Heart- Flushing, fast/slow heart rate, fainting and low blood pressure.

Gastrointestinal- Heartburn, stomach upset, constipation, nausea and vomiting.

Allergic reactions- Rash, difficulty in swallowing/breathing and swelling of the face, eyes, lips, tongue, arms or legs.

Other Precautions : * Avoid grapefruit intake while taking this medication.

Drug Name : Nimodipine

Nimodipine(Nimotop) generic is a calcium channel blocker, prescribed for brain hemorrhage (bleeding in the brain) and also rarely used for high blood pressure. It increases blood flow to injured brain tissue.
More Info about Nimodipine

Advertisement

Advertisement

Recommended Reading

Stroke can cause permanent disability and it is important to recognize its early warning signs to stop its progress. Early warning signs of stroke include sudden weakness of facial muscles.

How to Deal with a Stroke

How to Deal with a Stroke

Stroke is a brain attack, which occurs when the blood supply to the brain is interrupted. It affects all age groups; according to the WHO, 15 million people are affected by stroke annually.

Most Popular on Medindia

Blood - Sugar Chart Loram (2 mg) (Lorazepam) Sinopril (2mg) (Lacidipine) A-Z Drug Brands in India Selfie Addiction Calculator Find a Doctor Hearing Loss Calculator Indian Medical Journals Drug - Food Interactions Drug Side Effects Calculator

Disclaimer - All information and content on this site are for information and educational purposes only. The information should not be used for either diagnosis or treatment or both for any health related problem or disease. Always seek the advice of a qualified physician for medical diagnosis and treatment. Full Disclaimer

Advertise with us | Medindia Copyright | Privacy Policy | Terms of Use

© All Rights Reserved 1997 - 2022

RapidSSL This website is certified by Health On the Net Foundation. Click to verify This site complies with the HONcode standard for trustworthy health information: verify here.

This site uses cookies to deliver our services. By using our site, you acknowledge that you have read and understand our Cookie Policy, Privacy Policy, and our Terms of Use

OK, I agree No, give me more info Close