Nicardia XL 60 Mg (Nifedipine)

What is Nicardia XL 60 Mg?

Nicardia XL 60 Mg Tablet is a medicine used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to prevent angina (heart-related chest pain). It belongs to a class of medicines known as calcium channel blockers. It lowers blood pressure and reduces the workload of the heart. This helps prevent heart attacks and strokes.

Nicardia XL 60 Tablet may be prescribed alone or along with other medicines. The dose and how often you need it will be decided by your doctor so that you get the right amount to treat your condition. Your doctor may adjust the dose depending on how you respond to this medicine and your blood pressure levels. You can take it at any time of the day, with or without food, but it is best to take it at the same time each day. Take this medicine as soon as you have taken it out of the packet. It is sensitive to light and may not work properly if it is left out of the pack for too long.

How To Use Nicardia XL 60 Mg Tablet 

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Nicardia XL 60 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Nicardia XL 60 Mg Tablet Works

Nicardia XL 60 Tablet is a calcium channel blocker. In high blood pressure, it normalizes the blood pressure by relaxing the blood vessels to reduce the pressure on them, thereby improving the blood flow in the body. The enhanced blood flow in the body further relaxes the heart muscles by reducing the workload on the heart. It also improves the oxygen flow to the heart, thereby, preventing any heart-related chest pain.

Benefits Of Nicardia XL 60 Mg

In Prevention of Angina (heart-related chest pain)

Nicardia XL 60 Tablet works by relaxing blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily around your body. This means that more oxygen gets to your heart and reduces the risk of getting chest pain (angina). This medicine should not be used to treat chest pain which is already happening. It is used to prevent or reduce the frequency of angina attacks. This medicine needs to be taken regularly as prescribed for it to work effectively. So, it is important to keep taking it even if you feel well and have no symptoms.

In the Prevention of Heart attack

Nicardia XL 60 Tablet helps lower your blood pressure and make it easier for your heart to pump blood around your body. This reduces the chances of you having a heart attack. It can also reduce the risk of dying if it is given immediately after a heart attack. This medicine needs to be taken regularly to be effective, so keep taking it even if you feel well. Do not stop without talking to your doctor.

In Treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure)

Nicardia XL 60 Tablet works by relaxing the blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily around your body. This lowers your blood pressure and reduces your risk of having a stroke, a heart attack, or kidney problems in the future. You do not usually feel any direct benefit from taking this medicine, but it works in the long term to keep you well. Take regularly, as prescribed for this medicine to be most effective, even if you feel better.

In Prevention of Stroke

Nicardia XL 60 Tablet reduces the risk of future strokes. It helps lower your blood pressure and makes it easier for your heart to pump blood around your body. This reduces the chances of you having a stroke. Take it as advised by the doctor to get the maximum benefit.

Side Effects Of Nicardia XL 60 Mg Tablet 

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Nicardia

• Dizziness
• Fatigue
• Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk)
• Headache
• Peripheral edema

Warnings

Alcohol

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Nicardia XL 60 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

Nicardia XL 60 Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breastfeeding

Nicardia XL 60 Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Driving

Nicardia XL 60 Tablet may cause dizziness or weakness due to low blood pressure. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Nicardia XL 60 Tablet may make you feel dizzy, faint, extremely tired or have visual disturbances. This may affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

Nicardia XL 60mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Nicardia XL 60mg Tablet is recommend.

However, talk to your doctor if you have any underlying kidney disease.

Liver

Nicardia XL 60mg Tablet should be use with caution in patients with liver disease. A dose adjustment of Nicardia XL 60mg Tablet may be need. 

What If You Forget To Take Nicardia XL 60 Mg Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Nicardia XL 60mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

FAQ’s

1.  Is Nicardia XL 60 Tablet a diuretic?

No, Nicardia XL 60mg Tablet is not a diuretic medication. However, some evidence indicates that Nicardia XL 60mg Tablet has a partial diuretic property which may result in increased sodium loss through urine. It is a medication which relaxes the blood vessels by directly acting on them. This helps to decrease the blood pressure of the individual. As a result, blood flows more easily and lowers blood pressure, which helps to reduce the strain or pressure on your heart.

2. Is Nicardia XL 60 Tablet bad for kidneys?

No, Nicardia XL 60mg Tablet is not bad for kidneys. In few research studies, taking Nicardia XL 60mg Tablet in recommend doses has in fact been shown to be beneficial for the kidneys. It is not advise to use this medicine without consulting the doctor. It should be use exactly as prescribe.

3. Can Nicardia XL 60 Tablet cause liver damage?

Yes,Nicardia XL 60mg Tablet can cause liver damage in some cases, but this is very rare. However, some people may develop a rise in liver enzymes after taking Nicardia XL 60mg Tablet. Let your doctor know if you notice any such changes in your recent lab tests. Do not start this medication without consulting your doctor and do inform him if you have any history of liver disease or liver damage. This is because, in case of liver damage, dose adjustment may be require.