Chemical Name: NISOLDIPINE (NYE-sole-di-peen)
This medicine is a calcium channel blocker used to treat high blood pressure.
Some brands are also used to control angina (chest pain). It may also be used to
treat other conditions as determined by your doctor.
Some medicines or medical conditions may interact with this medicine. INFORM
YOUR DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST of all prescription and over-the-counter medicine that
you are taking. ADDITIONAL MONITORING OF YOUR DOSE OR CONDITION may be needed if
you are taking intravenous (IV) calcium. Inform your doctor of any other medical
conditions, allergies, pregnancy, or breast-feeding. USE OF THIS MEDICINE IS NOT
RECOMMENDED if you have a history of low blood pressure. Contact your doctor or
pharmacist if you have any questions or concerns about taking this medicine.
Follow the directions for using this medicine provided by your doctor. SWALLOW
WHOLE. Do not break, crush, or chew before swallowing. Avoid taking this
medicine with a high fat meal. AVOID DRINKING GRAPEFRUIT JUICE while taking this
medicine. STORE THIS MEDICINE at room temperature, away from heat and light. IF
YOU MISS A DOSE OF THIS MEDICINE, take it as soon as possible. If it is almost
time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing
schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.
DO NOT STOP TAKING THIS MEDICINE without checking with your doctor. DO NOT
DRIVE, OPERATE MACHINERY, OR DO ANYTHING ELSE THAT COULD BE DANGEROUS until you
know how you react to this medicine. Using this medicine alone, with other
medicines, or with alcohol may lessen your ability to drive or to perform other
potentially dangerous tasks. WHILE YOU ARE USING THIS MEDICINE, brush and floss
your teeth carefully to reduce swelling and tenderness of your gums. BEFORE YOU
BEGIN TAKING ANY NEW MEDICINE either prescription or over-the-counter, check
with your doctor or pharmacist. FOR WOMEN: IF YOU PLAN ON BECOMING PREGNANT,
discuss with your doctor the benefits and risks of using this medicine during
pregnancy. IT IS UNKNOWN IF THIS MEDICINE IS EXCRETED in breast milk. DO NOT
BREAST-FEED while taking this medicine.
SIDE EFFECTS that may occur while taking this medicine include dizziness,
lightheadedness, headache, weakness, flushing, nausea, or heartburn. If they
continue or are bothersome, check with your doctor. CHECK WITH YOUR DOCTOR AS
SOON AS POSSIBLE if you experience tender, bleeding, or swollen gums; irregular
heartbeat; shortness of breath; or swelling of the feet or hands. If you notice
other effects not listed above, contact your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist.
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency
room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include dizziness, weakness, slowed
or irregular heartbeat, nausea, drowsiness, confusion, and slurred speech.
DO NOT SHARE THIS MEDICINE with others for whom it was not prescribed. DO NOT
USE THIS MEDICINE for other health conditions. KEEP THIS MEDICINE out of the
reach of children. IF USING THIS MEDICINE FOR AN EXTENDED PERIOD OF TIME, obtain
refills before your supply runs out.
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