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Cardipin (Zydus), a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of High BP. Secondary and off-label uses of Cardipin (Zydus) have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Cardipin (Zydus) depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The most common side effects of Cardipin (Zydus) are Headache. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Cardipin (Zydus) can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Cardipin (Zydus) go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Cardipin (Zydus) has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Cardipin (Zydus) has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Cardipin (Zydus) related warnings section.
Cardipin (Zydus) can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Cardipin (Zydus) in conditions like Heart Failure. Other contraindications of Cardipin (Zydus) have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Cardipin (Zydus) may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Cardipin (Zydus), it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Cardipin (Zydus) is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Cardipin (Zydus) is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Cardipin (Zydus) safe for pregnant women?
Cardipin shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Cardipin (Zydus) safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Cardipin may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Cardipin should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Cardipin (Zydus) on the Kidneys?
Cardipin does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Cardipin (Zydus) on the Liver?
Side effects of Cardipin rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Cardipin (Zydus) on the Heart?
Information about safety of Cardipin for heart is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
Cardipin (Zydus) should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cardipin (Zydus) unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cardipin (Zydus) habit forming or addictive?
Cardipin (Zydus) is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Cardipin (Zydus) as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Cardipin (Zydus) only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Cardipin (Zydus) cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Cardipin (Zydus)
Cardipin (Zydus) may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cardipin (Zydus)
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Cardipin (Zydus) with alcohol will be.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Procardia XL® (nifedipine)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 549
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 907-909
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Procardia XL® (nifedipine)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 549
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 907-909
