Nifetolol 50 mg/20 mg Tablet SR
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Introduction of Nifetolol Tablet SR
Nifetolol 50 mg/20 mg Tablet SR is a medicine used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure). This combination medicine controls blood pressure when a single medication is not effective. By lowering the blood pressure, it helps in preventing future heart attack and stroke.
Nifetolol 50 mg/20 mg Tablet SR is a combination of two antihypertensive medicines
Nifetolol 50 mg/20 mg Tablet SR is a combination of two antihypertensive medicines
Uses of Nifetolol Tablet SR
Benefits of Nifetolol Tablet SR
In Hypertension (high blood pressure)
Nifetolol 50 mg/20 mg Tablet SR is a combination medicine that contains two active ingredients, Nifedipine and Atenolol. Both of the medicines in this combination work to lower blood pressure but in different ways. Together they help to relax blood vessels, reduce heart rate and make it easier for your heart to pump blood around your body. This lowers blood pressure.
If your blood pressure is controlled you are less at risk of having a heart attack, stroke or kidney problems. The medicine must be taken regularly as prescribed to be effective. You do not usually feel any direct benefit from taking this medicine, but it works in the long term to keep you well. You should also make appropriate lifestyle changes (such as eating healthy and staying active) to maximize the effectiveness of this medicine.
If your blood pressure is controlled you are less at risk of having a heart attack, stroke or kidney problems. The medicine must be taken regularly as prescribed to be effective. You do not usually feel any direct benefit from taking this medicine, but it works in the long term to keep you well. You should also make appropriate lifestyle changes (such as eating healthy and staying active) to maximize the effectiveness of this medicine.
Side effects of Nifetolol Tablet SR
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 Nifetolol
- Ankle swelling
- Headache
- Tiredness
- Palpitations
- Cold extremities
- Sleepiness
- Nausea
- Edema (swelling)
- Slow heart rate
- Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk)
- Constipation
How to use Nifetolol Tablet SR
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. Nifetolol 50 mg/20 mg Tablet SR is to be taken empty stomach.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
Nifetolol 50 mg/20 mg Tablet SR may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Nifetolol 50 mg/20 mg Tablet SR is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Nifetolol 50 mg/20 mg Tablet SR is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Nifetolol 50 mg/20 mg Tablet SR may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Nifetolol 50 mg/20 mg Tablet SR may make you feel dizzy, faint, extremely tired or have visual disturbances. This may affect your ability to drive.
Nifetolol 50 mg/20 mg Tablet SR may make you feel dizzy, faint, extremely tired or have visual disturbances. This may affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Nifetolol 50 mg/20 mg Tablet SR should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Nifetolol 50 mg/20 mg Tablet SR may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Regular monitoring of blood pressure is recommended and can help in better dose adjustment.
Regular monitoring of blood pressure is recommended and can help in better dose adjustment.
Liver
CAUTION
Nifetolol 50 mg/20 mg Tablet SR should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Nifetolol 50 mg/20 mg Tablet SR may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Nifetolol Tablet SR?
If you miss a dose of Nifetolol 50 mg/20 mg Tablet SR, 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.
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Quick tips
Nifetolol Tablet SR
- You have been prescribed Nifetolol 50 mg/20 mg Tablet SR for the treatment of high blood pressure.
- Lowering blood pressure reduces chance of future heart attack & strokes.
- It may cause dizziness. Get up slowly when rising from a sitting or lying position.
- Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor as it can cause sudden increase in your blood pressure.
- Let your doctor know if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy.
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