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Nifelat is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of High BP. Nifelat also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Nifelat 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. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Nifelat include Headache. Some other side effects of Nifelat have been listed ahead. These side effects of Nifelat are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Nifelat's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. Warnings related to Nifelat's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Nifelat is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Heart Failure are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Nifelat contraindications section.
Besides this, Nifelat may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Nifelat, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Nifelat 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 Nifelat is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Nifelat safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Nifelat. If you are pregnant, do not take Nifelat without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Nifelat safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Nifelat may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Nifelat should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Nifelat on the Kidneys?
Using Nifelat does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Nifelat on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Nifelat on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Nifelat on the Heart?
There is no research available on the side effects of Nifelat on the heart. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
Nifelat 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 Nifelat unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Nifelat habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Nifelat.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Nifelat as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Nifelat is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Nifelat is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Nifelat
Taking Nifelat with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Nifelat
Information about the interaction of Nifelat and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
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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
