Adalat® CC is an extended release tablet dosage form of the calcium channel blocker nifedipine.
Can you overdose on Procardia?
If you take too much nifedipine, contact your doctor or go to your nearest hospital straight away. An overdose of nifedipine can cause dizziness and irregular heartbeats, and make you feel sick (nausea), confused and sleepy. The amount of nifedipine that can lead to an overdose varies from person to person.
How does Procardia make you feel?
Dizziness, flushing, weakness, swelling ankles/feet, constipation, and headache may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly. To reduce dizziness and lightheadedness, get up slowly when rising from a sitting or lying position.
Does Procardia XL make you sleepy?
Tell your doctor if you have unlikely but serious side effects of Procardia XL including: swelling of the ankles and feet, shortness of breath, and. unusual weakness or tiredness.
What is the difference between Adalat CC and Procardia XL?
The primary difference between the drugs is the manner in which they release nifedipine. Procardia XL leaches nifedipine through an osmotic pump delivery system. Adalat CC sloughs off the calcium channel blocking agent via successively dissolving layers.
What do CC pills do?
Adalat CC (nifedipine) belongs to a group of drugs called calcium channel blockers. It works by relaxing the muscles of your heart and blood vessels. Adalat CC is used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure) or angina (chest pain).
How fast does Procardia XL work?
How quickly does nifedipine work? Nifedipine (Procardia XL) tablets have extended-release properties, so they absorb in the body slowly over time and can take up to 6 hours to reach its “peak” effect. The immediate-release capsule form of nifedipine is fast-acting and will start to have an effect within 30 minutes.
Does Procardia cause insomnia?
sleep problems (insomnia), rash or itching, urinating more than usual, or. flushing (warmth/redness/tingly feeling under your skin).
Does Procardia cause weight gain?
Headache, weight gain, and swelling are common nifedipine side effects.
Does Procardia XL cause weight gain?
When does Procardia XL start working?
Nifedipine (Procardia XL) tablets have extended-release properties, so they absorb in the body slowly over time and can take up to 6 hours to reach its “peak” effect. The immediate-release capsule form of nifedipine is fast-acting and will start to have an effect within 30 minutes.
What is Procardia XL used to treat?
Procardia XL (Nifedipine) is used in the treatment of high blood pressure and chest pain.
How do I report side effects of Procardia?
You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. What other drugs will affect Procardia? If you have been using a beta-blocker medication (such as atenolol, carvedilol, metoprolol, propranolol, sotalol, and others), you should not stop using it suddenly.
How is the dose of Procardia (Procardia) titrated?
If symptoms so warrant, titration may proceed more rapidly provided that the patient is assessed frequently. Based on the patient’s physical activity level, attack frequency, and sublingual nitroglycerin consumption, the dose of PROCARDIA may be increased from 10 mg t.i.d. to 20 mg t.i.d. and then to 30 mg t.i.d. over a three-day period.
Can Procardia extended release tablets be split?
The extended release tablets should not be split, chewed or crushed. They are meant to be swallowed as whole. If you take Procardia regularly, it may prevent chest pain. Do not stop taking this medicine without consulting your doctor first.
