Nisoldipine : Before Using

Nisoldipine - Systemic

Brand Names

Sular Nisoldipine *** Before Using *** How to Use *** Fore Safe Use *** Side Effects

Before Using

In deciding to using a medication, the chance of taking the drug must be weighed against the good it will do. This is a decision you will make. For nisoldipine, the following must be considered

Allergic reaction

Tell your family doctor if you have any unusual or allergy to nisoldipine or any other dihydropyridine-type calcium channel blocking agent. Also tell your health care professional if you are allergic to any other substances, such as foods, preservatives, or dyes.

Pregnancy care

Nisoldipine has not been studied in pregnant women. However, studies in pets have shown that, at very high doses, nisoldipine may cause fetal death. Before taking this drug, make sure your family doctor knows if you are pregnant or if you may become pregnant.

Breast-feeding problem

It is not known whether nisoldipine passes into breast milk. Mothers who are taking this drug and who wish to breast-feed must discuss this with their family doctor.

Use for Children

Studies on this drug have been done only in adult diseaseds and there is no special info comparing use of nisoldipine in child with use in other age groups.

Elderly care

Elderly people may have higher blood levels of nisoldipine, which may increase the risk of side effects during treat.

Drug interactions

Although certain medication must not be using together at all, in other cases two various medication may be using together even if an interaction might occur. In these cases, your family doctor may want to change the dose, or other precautions may be necessary. Tell your health care professional if you are using any other prescription or nonprescription - over-the-counter "OTC " drug.

Other Information for using

The presence of other medical problems may effect the use of nisoldipine. Make sure you tell your family doctor if you have any other medical problems, especially:

Blood vessel disease - coronary artery disease Nisoldipine may cause chest pain or a heart attack

Congestive heart failure Nisoldipine may make this condition worse

Liver disease Higher blood levels of nisoldipine may result and a smaller dose may be needed