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Limited Q'ty Generic
- NIFEDIPINE CR TABLETS 20mg TOWA：100tablets
- $58.50 (SOLD OUT)
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warehouse：Japan1
Manufacturer ：Towa Pharmaceutical
Brand ：Towa Pharmaceutical
JAN Code：4987155103069
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Description
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This medicine suppresses calcium ion influx into cells which causes contraction of the heart and vessels, to dilate the coronary vessel and to decrease total peripheral vascular resistance. It consequently shows antihypertensive effects and antianginal effects.
It is usually used in the treatment of hypertension and angina pectoris.
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Presentation
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100tablets
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Feature
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Slightly red tablet
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Active Ingredients
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Nifedipine
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Effect/Efficacy
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This medicine suppresses calcium ion influx into cells which causes contraction of the heart and vessels, to dilate the coronary vessel and to decrease total peripheral vascular resistance. It consequently shows antihypertensive effects and antianginal effects.
It is usually used in the treatment of hypertension and angina pectoris.
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Usage/Dosage
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○ General dosage is as follows. However, the dosage may be adjusted according to the disease, age and symptoms. Strictly follow the instructions.
● For hypertension:
For adults, start taking 10 to 20 mg of the active ingredient at a time, once daily. The dosage may be gradually increased as necessary to take 20 to 40 mg at a time, once daily. In case of uncontrolled with 40mg once daily, the dosage may be increased to 40mg at a time, twice a day.
● For renal parenchymal hypertension and renovascular hypertension:
For adults, start taking 10 to 20 mg of the active ingredient at a time, once daily. The dosage may be gradually increased as necessary to take 20 to 40 mg at a time, once daily.
● For angina pectoris and variant angina pectoris:
For adults, 40 mg of the active ingredient at a time, once daily. The dosage may be adjusted according to the symptoms, however, the maximum daily dose is limited to 60 mg.
● This preparation contains 20 mg of the active ingredient in a tablet.
○ Swallow the medicine without splitting or chewing since it is a sustained-release tablet. If you chew and swallow it, the blood concentration will increase and may cause side effects such as headache or facial flush.
○ If you miss a dose, take a dose as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and continue your regular dosing schedule. You should never take two doses at one time.
○ If you accidentally take more than your prescribed dose, consult with your doctor or pharmacist.
○ Do not stop taking this medicine unless your doctor instructs you to do so.
