MANIDIPINE

Manidipine is a drug that belongs to a class of medicines known as dihydropyridine calcium-channel blockers. This medicine blocks the entry of calcium in the muscle cells, thus leading to vasodilation.

Uses

Manidipine is used in the treatment of hypertension.

Warnings

Manidipine should not be given to people with the following conditions:

Cardiogenic shock
Recent myocardial infarction
Acute unstable angina
Severe aortic stenosis

Side Effects

Manidipine may have the following side effects:

Dizziness
Flushing
Headache
Hypotension
Peripheral oedema
Tachycardia
Palpitations
Gastrointestinal disturbances
Increased urinary frequency
Lethargy
Eye pain
Depression
Ischaemic chest pain
Cerebral or myocardial ischaemia
Transient blindness
Rashes
Fever
Abnormal liver function
Gingival hyperplasia
Myalgia
Tremor
Impotence

Precautions

Precautions

Take extra caution in patients with the following conditions:

Hypotension
Poor cardiac reserve
Heart failure
Pregnancy
Lactation
Porphyria

Sudden withdrawal may exacerbate angina. Discontinue in patients who experience ischaemic pain following administration.

Interactions

Manidipinemay interactwith the following medicines:

Aldesleukin
Antipsychotics
Insulin
Carbamazepine
Phenytoin
Rifampicin
Cimetidine
Erythromycin

Overdose & Brands

If you think you may have overdosed on manidipine, seek medical help immediately.

Available Brands:

Caslot
Madipine
Manyper