Description

Adalat is a perfect remedy in struggle against hypertension or high blood pressure, angina or chest pain.

Adalat acts by relaxing blood vessels (such as veins and arteries), which makes it easier for the heart to pump and reduces its workload.

Adalat is also known as Nifedipine, Nicardia, Nifedical, Procardia.

Generic name of Adalat is Nifedipine.

Brand names of Adalat are Adalat CC, Procardia, Procardia XL.

Dosage

Adalat should be taken orally with or without food.

It is better to take Adalat at the same time every day. Take on an empty stomach.

Avoid grapefruit juice during treatment with Adalat.

If you want to achieve most effective results do not stop taking Adalat suddenly.

Missing a dose

Do not take double dose. If you miss a dose you should take it as soon as you remember about your missing. If it is the time for the next dose you should continue your regular dosing schedule.

Overdose

If you overdose Adalat and you don't feel good you should visit your doctor or health care provider immediately.

Storage

Store at room temperature between 15 and 25 degrees C (59 and 77 degrees F) away from moisture and heat. Keep container tightly closed. Throw away any unused medicine after the expiration date. Keep out of the reach of children.

Side effects

Adalat has its side effects. The most common are:

• migraine
• fatigue
• flushing
• vivid or unusual dreams
• nausea
• constipation
• problems with urination
• trouble sleeping
• ubnormal heartbeats
• lightheadedness
• psychosis
• swelling of the legs or ankles
• yellowing of the skin or eyes

Less common but more serious side effects during taking Adalat: allergy reactions (urticaria, breathing difficulties, rash, and eruption)

Side effects manifestations are not only depend on medicine you are taking but also depend on your health state and on the other factors.

Contra-indications

Do not take Adalat if you are allergic to Adalat components.

Do not take Adalat if you're pregnant or you plan to have a baby, or you are a nursing mother. Adalat can harm your baby.

Do not use Adalat in combination with salt substitutes or potassium supplements.

If you want to achieve most effective results without any side effects it is better to avoid alcohol.

Avoid grapefruit juice during treatment with Adalat.

Try to be careful using Adalat if you suffer from kidney disease, liver disease, diseases of the heart or blood vessels (sick sinus syndrome), aortic stenosis, heart failure, low blood pressure, or coronary artery disease.

Do not stop taking Adalat suddenly.

Q: What does Adalat mean?

A: Adalat is a high-quality medication which is taken in treatment of hypertension or high blood pressure, angina or chest pain.

Q: What are brand and generic names of Adalat?

A: Generic name of Adalat is Nifedipine. Brand names of Adalat are Adalat CC, Procardia, Procardia XL.

Q: What is necessary to avoid?

A: Do not use Adalat in combination with salt substitutes or potassium supplements. If you want to achieve most effective results without any side effects it is better to avoid alcohol. Avoid grapefruit juice during treatment with Adalat.

Q: In what way does Adalat operate?

A: Adalat acts by relaxing blood vessels (such as veins and arteries), which makes it easier for the heart to pump and reduces its workload.