Nipress Information

Nipress is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of High BP. The alternative uses of Nipress have also been explained below.

The optimal dosage of Nipress is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. 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.

While these are the most often observed Nipress side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Nipress normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Nipress is Severe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Nipress related warnings talks about Nipress's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Nipress is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Cyanide Poisoning, Kidney Disease, Liver Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Nipress are listed in the contraindications section below.

Besides this, Nipress may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Nipress is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

Nipress Benefits & Uses
Nipress Dosage & How to Take
Nipress Side Effects
Nipress Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Nipress with Other Drugs
Nipress Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Nipress
Nipress Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Nipress Benefits & Uses

Nipress is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

High BP (Read More - Home Remedies for High Blood Pressure)

Other Benefits

Heart Failure

Nipress Dosage & How to Take

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

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 3 mcg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: dose should be given as 0.3 mcg/kg/minute for 10 minutes
Geriatric	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 3 mcg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: dose should be given as 0.3 mcg/kg/minute for 10 minutes
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 5 mcg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: dose should be given as 0.3 mcg/kg/minute for 10 minutes
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 5 mcg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: dose should be given as 0.3 mcg/kg/minute for 10 minutes
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 5 mcg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: dose should be given as 0.3 mcg/kg/minute for 10 minutes

Nipress Related Warnings

Is the use of Nipress safe for pregnant women?

Nipress can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.

Severe
Is the use of Nipress safe during breastfeeding?

Side effects of Nipress for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.

Mild
What is the effect of Nipress on the Kidneys?

Nipress does not damage the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Nipress on the Liver?

Nipress is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Nipress on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Nipress on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Nipress with Other Drugs

Nipress should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Paracetamol,Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan

Phenylephrine

Nipress Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Nipress unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Cyanide Poisoning
Kidney Disease
Hypothyroidism
Anemia
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Nipress

Is this Nipress habit forming or addictive?

Nipress does not cause addiction.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Nipress you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Nipress is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Nipress for mental disorders.

No

Nipress Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Nipress

Taking Nipress with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Nipress

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Nipress with alcohol.

Unknown