Medical Description
Uses of Depin 5 MG
Contraindications of Depin 5 MG
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If you are allergic to Nifedipine or any other ingredients of Depin 5mg Capsule.
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If you have taken Nifedipine before and felt that your heart pain had worsened.
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If you experience a sudden heart-related chest pain.
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If you are pregnant or are planning a pregnancy.
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If you have any kind of heart problems.
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If you have high blood pressure.
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If you are taking a medicine called Rifampicin to treat tuberculosis.
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If you have a kock pouch (surgical procedure) in your gut.
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If you suffer from a blood condition called Porphyria.
Side effects of Depin 5 MG
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Headache
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Nausea, vomiting
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Constipation
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Swelling of the ankles and legs
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Dizziness
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Stomach pain
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Indigestion, gas
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Tiredness
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Dry mouth
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Skin redness
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Unconsciousness
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Fast or irregular heartbeats
Precautions and Warnings of Depin 5 MG
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
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You have low blood pressure
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You have liver problems
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You are on kidney dialysis
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You have any problems with your heart
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You have diabetes, as the treatment may have to be adjusted
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Depin 5mg Capsule is not recommended to be used in patients who are less than 18 years old
Mode of Action of Depin 5 MG
How Does It Work?
The heart muscles require calcium for contraction. Nifedipine in Depin 5mg Capsule works by blocking this calcium from entering the heart muscles and blood vessels, thus relaxing blood vessels so blood can flow more easily.
Directions for Use of Depin 5 MG
Interactions of Depin 5 MG
Interactions with other medicines
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You should always tell the doctor if you are taking any other medicines, herbal preparation and supplements to avoid any interaction with Depin 5mg Capsule.
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This medicine should not be used concomitantly along with Rifampicin (antibiotic).
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Medicines like erythromycin (antibiotic), ritonavir (used in HIV infection), ketoconazole (used in fungal infection), fluoxetine, nefazodone (used to treat psychiatric illness), cisapride (used to treat stomach problems), cimetidine (used to treat stomach ulcers), diltiazem (used to treat some heart conditions) when used along with this medicine may increase the effects of this tablet and should thus be used cautiously.
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Medicines like phenytoin, carbamazepine (used to treat fits or epilepsy), phenobarbital (used to treat sleep problems or anxiety) when taken along with this medicine may decrease its effect.
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Other medicines like vecuronium, mizolastine, tubocurarine, Tacrolimus, Quinidine, Digoxin should be used with caution along with Depin 5mg Capsule.
Interactions with food items
Storage and disposal of Depin 5 MG
Dosage of Depin 5 MG
Overdose
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Excess of this medicine may lead to irregular heartbeats, low blood pressure. Overdose may cause symptoms like nausea, vomiting, sleepiness, dizziness, confusion, lack of energy, skin redness, unconsciousness, coma.
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If you experience any of the symptoms or think you have taken too much of this medicine, contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital.
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